Peter Treichler

Peter Treichler is a highly experienced FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based at Akron Airport (9G3) in New York. With over 25 years of professional pilot experience, Treichler serves the Buffalo and Rochester regions as a multifaceted examiner, conducting checkrides for certificates ranging from Sport Pilot to Airline Transport Pilot (ATP). He holds an multi-engine ATP certificate and is a Gold Seal Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, MEI), alongside being an active A&P mechanic with Inspection Authorization (IA). He also operates Quality Aero LLC, an aviation consulting firm that manages flight school operations and maintenance services.

Beyond his role as an examiner, Treichler’s career is distinguished by his extensive experience with heavy and vintage aircraft. He currently flies the Boeing 787 for a major US airline and holds type ratings in 13 different aircraft, including the B-24 Liberator and B-25 Mitchell. His specialization in vintage warbird instruction and maintenance highlights a deep commitment to technical precision and safety. Known for his rigorous adherence to FAA standards, he maintains a stellar professional reputation, fostering a safety-first culture for the next generation of pilots in the Western New York aviation community.