Stephen Michael Graham

Stephen Michael Graham is a highly experienced FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Sellersburg, Indiana, where he primarily serves the Clark Regional Airport (KJVY) and the surrounding Louisville-Indianapolis metropolitan area. With a professional history spanning several decades in aviation, Graham has become a cornerstone of the regional flight training community. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a Gold Seal Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, and MEI), demonstrating a profound commitment to the highest standards of instructional excellence and airmanship.

Authorized to conduct practical tests for Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings, as well as Multi-Engine certifications, Graham has accumulated thousands of flight hours across a diverse fleet of aircraft. His expertise is defined by a rigorous focus on safety, risk mitigation, and sound decision-making during checkrides. Prior to his extensive work as an examiner, his career was built on foundation of flight instruction and general aviation operations. By maintaining an exemplary safety record and a thorough examination style, Graham plays a vital role in mentoring new pilots and upholding the integrity of the Federal Aviation Administration's certification processes.