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Adam Everett Walters is a distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and the President of Blue Line Aviation, based at Johnston Regional Airport (JNX) in Smithfield, North Carolina. His aviation journey began in 2014, where he displayed exceptional aptitude by completing his first solo flight in under four days. Since joining the Blue Line team in 2015, Walters has ascended through nearly every operational role, including maintenance, Chief Flight Instructor, and Chief Operating Officer, before assuming the presidency in 2022.
A veteran of the United States Army, Walters brings a disciplined, safety-first mindset to both his examinations and his corporate leadership. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with type ratings in the Beechcraft King Air 300 and Bombardier CRJ series (CL-65). With over 3,000 flight hours and a Gold Seal CFI, CFII, and MEI designation, he specializes in accelerated pilot training and rigorous practical tests. Walters is highly regarded in the North Carolina aviation community for his commitment to high-standard evaluations, ensuring that every pilot he certifies is prepared for the complexities of modern commercial and general aviation.