Ronald Joseph Rengel

Ronald Joseph Rengel is a seasoned Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based in the Las Vegas, Nevada area, primarily serving the Boulder City and North Las Vegas regions. With an aviation career spanning over three decades, Rengel has established himself as a cornerstone of the local flying community through his dual roles as a high-level evaluator and an FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) representative. His professional journey is characterized by a deep commitment to airmanship, frequently leading industry forums on professionalism, checkride preparation, and the mitigation of loss-of-control incidents.

Since 1991, Rengel has served as a Certified Flight Instructor, eventually transitioning into long-term corporate operations as a Captain for NetJets starting in 1999. Holding an Airline Transport Pilot certificate and thousands of flight hours in complex environments, he brings a pragmatic, safety-first mindset to his examinations. Rengel specializes in private, commercial, and instrument checkrides, leveraging his extensive experience in recurrent professional training to ensure that new aviators possess the decision-making skills and technical proficiency required for the modern National Airspace System.