Timothy Michael Lewis

Timothy Michael Lewis is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based in Spokane, Washington, with a career defined by thousands of flight hours and instructional excellence. Serving as the Chief Instructor at Northwest Flight Service, Lewis holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a seasoned Gold Seal Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII). His deep roots in the Pacific Northwest aviation community are complemented by his long-standing role as an FAASTeam Representative, where he actively promotes safety standards and regulatory compliance to pilots throughout the region.

Lewis is particularly renowned for his expertise in high-performance technically advanced aircraft, holding the elite status of Platinum Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (PCSIP). His specialization extends to the Cirrus Vision Jet (SF50) and complex IFR procedures, making him a sought-after mentor for pilots transitioning into turbine and advanced glass-cockpit platforms. With a reputation for maintaining a fair yet rigorous examination environment, he emphasizes sound aeronautical decision-making and risk management. Throughout his extensive career, which is marked by a meticulous safety record, Lewis has remained a cornerstone of the Spokane flight training landscape, dedicated to cultivating the next generation of professional aviators.