Hi, I’m Mark Pollard.

It is an honor and a privilege to be a Designated Pilot Examiner on behalf of the FAA.

I am currently a Part 121 Airline Captain flying the 737. I have also been a Part 121 and Part 135 evaluator and have been flying professionally for over 16 years.

I have over 9,000 hours in more than 30 aircraft types. I have taught aerobatics, upset recovery, spin training, as well as single and multi-engine instruction. I have had the privilege of flying several vintage WWII aircraft, various aerobatic aircraft, several different jet types, and much more.

My Check Ride Philosophy

All my check rides are conducted in accordance with the current ACS. I take a thorough but fair approach to my check rides. I am not expecting perfection, nor am I looking for perfection. I want to see that you can handle the scenarios and situations presented to you and that you are ready to exercise the privileges of the certificate or rating you are seeking.

Show up on checkride day fully qualified, show up excited to show me what you know, and how you fly. If you meet the requirements in the ACS, you will be successful come check ride day.