Carol Lynn Walker

Carol Lynn Walker is a highly accomplished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and the owner of Big Q Aviation, located at Mid-Way Regional Airport in Midlothian, Texas. Serving the active aviation hub of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Walker brings decades of specialized experience to the flight deck. She holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a seasoned Gold Seal Flight Instructor with CFI, CFII, and MEI ratings. Notably, she is also a Certified Flight Instructor for Gliders (CFIG), reflecting her deep expertise in soaring and energy management.

Throughout her career, Walker has focused on specialized areas of flight including tailwheel endorsements, aerobatics, and primary glider instruction. Managing a diverse fleet that includes aircraft like the Pitts Special, Citabria, and Grob gliders, she has developed a reputation for emphasizing precision and stick-and-rudder mastery. As a DPE, she is a critical gatekeeper for safety, conducting practical tests for Private, Commercial, and Instrument ratings. Her examination style is defined by a rigorous commitment to regulatory standards and a safety-first mindset designed to ensure that every new pilot possesses the sound judgment necessary for complex modern airspace.