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Taft Louis Stallings is a veteran aviator and FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) based in Greenville, North Carolina. With nearly three decades of professional experience in the cockpit, Stallings has become a respected fixture within the Eastern North Carolina aviation community. He notably served as the Chief Flight Instructor at Dillon’s Aviation at the Pitt-Greenville Airport (KPGV), where he built a reputation for high-standard mentorship and a rigorous approach to primary and advanced flight training.
Stallings holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and is an experienced multi-engine flight instructor. Throughout his career, which encompasses thousands of flight hours, he has maintained a dedicated focus on evolving safety protocols and regulatory compliance. His expertise is particularly valued in the areas of instrument ratings and commercial certifications. He is recognized by peers and students alike for his safety-first mindset, emphasizing situational awareness and thorough knowledge of temporary flight restrictions and modern airspace management.
In his current capacity as an examiner, Stallings is frequently sought after for his fair and professional evaluation style. Candidates often describe his checkrides as conversational yet thorough, balancing FAA requirements with a practical understanding of general aviation operations. His long-standing commitment to the Greenville region reflects a deep-rooted dedication to fostering a community of competent and safe pilots in the state.