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Steven Daniel Brimmer is a highly regarded FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Tucson, Arizona, with an aviation career spanning over four decades. Brimmer has established himself as a central figure in the Southwest flying community, bringing a wealth of professional insight from a background that includes extensive experience in law enforcement and tactical aviation. He is specifically recognized for his deep expertise in low-level flight hazards and helicopter operations, often sharing his specialized knowledge of the unique geographical challenges faced by pilots in the Arizona desert.
Holding an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and Gold Seal Flight Instructor ratings (CFI/CFII/MEI), Brimmer has accumulated thousands of flight hours in both fixed-wing aircraft and rotorcraft. Beyond his role as an examiner, he serves as a FAASTeam Representative, where he promotes safety initiatives and fosters better relations between general aviation and law enforcement agencies. Known for his fair yet thorough evaluation style, Brimmer maintains an exemplary safety record and emphasizes the importance of sound aeronautical decision-making and mastery of the basics during every practical exam.