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Stanley "Joe" Burks is a veteran aviator and FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Moselle, Mississippi. Serving the regional aviation community for several decades, Burks primarily operates through Burks Aviation Inc., based in the Hattiesburg-Laurel area. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is a multi-engine rated Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI). His career is defined by thousands of hours of flight instruction and practical evaluation, making him a central figure in the certification of pilots across the Jackson FSDO region.
Burks brings a disciplined and professional approach to the examination process, drawing on a background that includes high-level general aviation operations. He specializes in Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT), a critical field focused on enhancing pilot safety by training for the avoidance and recovery of unusual aircraft attitudes and loss-of-control scenarios. This specialization underscores his commitment to operational safety and the rigorous standards he maintains as an examiner. Throughout his career, he has mentored countless students, transitioning them from primary training to advanced professional certificates with a focus on sound judgment and technical proficiency.