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Richard Stephen Washart is a highly respected FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based in Marmora, New Jersey. With a career spanning over four decades in the aviation industry, Washart has become a staple of the flying community in the South Jersey and Cape May County regions. He is the principal of 609 Aviation, through which he coordinates and provides professional FAA checkrides at key regional hubs such as Cape May County Airport (WWD) and Ocean City Municipal Airport (26N).
Washart holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a vastly experienced Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, MEI) with thousands of hours logged in various single and multi-engine aircraft. His specialization as an examiner covers a wide array of pilot certifications, including Private, Commercial, Instrument, and Multi-Engine ratings. Known for his rigorous adherence to FAA Airman Certification Standards, he has earned a reputation for being a thorough and fair evaluator who prioritizes sound aeronautical decision-making and safety. Throughout his extensive career, he has maintained an impeccable safety record, reflecting his deep commitment to the integrity of the pilot certification process.