Ronald Joseph Faliszek

Ronald Joseph Faliszek is a distinguished aviation professional serving as the Chief Flight Instructor and an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Albany, Ohio. With a career deeply rooted in the collegiate flight training environment at Ohio University’s Russ College of Engineering and Technology, Faliszek has spent decades training and evaluating the next generation of professional pilots. Operating out of the Fuller Aviation Training Center at the Ohio University Airport (KUNI), he is a central figure in the regional aviation community, recognized for his leadership in Part 141 flight operations and safety management.

Faliszek holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a seasoned instructor with CFI, CFII, and MEI ratings. As an authorized DPE, he conducts practical exams for Private, Commercial, Instrument, and Flight Instructor certificates in both single-engine and multi-engine land aircraft. His extensive background in flight instruction and stage check examinations has fostered a safety-first mindset, characterized by a meticulous approach to regulatory compliance and technical proficiency. Throughout his tenure, he has mentored hundreds of aspiring aviators, leveraging his deep expertise in pilot certification and academic flight training to maintain the highest standards of airmanship.