Timothy John Saddler

Timothy John Saddler is an accomplished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and the owner of SafeFlite Aviation, LLC, primarily serving the Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Glenwood regions under the Lincoln Flight Standards District Office (FSDO). With a career rooted in the heart of the Midwest aviation community, Saddler has established himself as a cornerstone of pilot certification in the region. He specializes in conducting practical tests for Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings, as well as advanced Multi-Engine and Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, and MEI) certificates.

Holding an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and a Gold Seal Flight Instructor designation, Saddler brings thousands of hours of flight experience and dual instruction to his role. His professional philosophy is defined by a commitment to the Airman Certification Standards (ACS), ensuring that every applicant is evaluated with fairness and a focus on safety. He is frequently praised by the pilot community for his ability to mitigate checkride anxiety by fostering a professional yet encouraging testing environment. Throughout his extensive tenure, Saddler has maintained an impeccable safety record, consistently advocating for the highest levels of risk management and aeronautical decision-making.