Peter Stavrides

Peter Stavrides is a highly distinguished FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) and aviation professional based in Chesapeake, Virginia, primarily serving the Hampton Roads Executive Airport (KPVG). A retired U.S. Navy Captain with 20 years of service, Stavrides built a formidable military career as a Naval Aviator, logging over 3,500 flight hours and completing more than 400 carrier arrested landings. He spent much of his tenure flying the F/A-18 Super Hornet, including multiple operational tours in Iraq and the South China Sea, and served as the 2010-2011 East Coast Superhornet Demonstration Pilot. This background in high-performance military aviation and instruction forms the backbone of his safety-oriented approach to civilian pilot certification.

Beyond his military service, Stavrides transitioned into the commercial sector as a First Officer for a major airline, flying the Airbus A321. As a DPE, he conducts practical exams for Private, Instrument, Commercial, and ATP certificates, and is well-regarded for his fair but thorough evaluation standards. His diverse experience also extends to the world of air racing, where he has piloted T-6, L-39, and L-29 aircraft. Residing in Chesapeake, Stavrides remains a central figure in the Virginia aviation community, dedicated to maintaining high proficiency and safety standards among the next generation of pilots.