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Joseph Patrick May is a highly respected FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation educator based in Eugene, Oregon. With a career spanning over four decades, May is prominently recognized for his tenure as the former Aviation Program Coordinator at Lane Community College. In this role, he was instrumental in developing professional pilot curricula and mentoring hundreds of students through the complexities of academic and practical flight training.
Holding an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and Gold Seal Flight Instructor ratings (CFI, CFII, MEI), May has amassed thousands of flight hours in various single and multi-engine aircraft. As a DPE, he specializes in conducting practical tests for Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Flight Instructor ratings. He is known for an evaluation style that prioritizes safety, risk management, and a deep technical understanding of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
Beyond the cockpit, May’s background includes a previous career in financial services, which informs his methodical and detail-oriented approach to aviation safety. He is an active member of EAA Chapter 1457 and frequently supports youth aviation through programs like the Civil Air Patrol. Throughout his extensive career, he has maintained an exemplary safety record, dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence within the Pacific Northwest aviation community.