Flight Hours
Aircraft Types Tested
Years Experience
Captain
Check Airman
Core services
Flight Test Expertise for Every Phase
From initial concept through final certification, Pinnacle provides authoritative flight test pilot support across all aircraft categories.
Design & Development
Early-phase flight test planning, first-flight readiness, envelope expansion, and handling qualities assessment.
FAA Certification
DER and ODA Unit Member services for Part 23, 25, 27, 29 and NVIS/NVG programs. Transport Canada DAD experience.
Safety & Litigation
Continued Operational Safety support, mishap investigation, and expert witness / litigation support services.
Marc Mannella — LtCol USMC (Ret.)
Principal / Flight Test Pilot DER
Nearly three decades of military and civil new product development and certification experience. Recently retired B-767 Captain and Part 23/25/27/29 Flight Test Pilot DER. Graduate of US Naval Test Pilot School, Class 100. Experience in 104 aircraft types spanning tactical jets, commercial airliners, tiltrotors, helicopters, and gliders.
USNTPS Class 100 B-767 Captain ODA Unit Member DAWIA Level II T&E