Douglas Stansbury

Provide Part 61 flight instruction for Private, Instrument, and Commercial students. Prepared nine students for successful FAA practical test endorsements within one year. Develop customized lesson plans emphasizing safety, risk management, and aeronautical decision-making. Maintain accurate training records and regulatory compliance.

Managed instructor scheduling, aircraft availability, maintenance coordination, and student progression. Trained eight CFI candidates in the inaugural instructor program. Mentored instructors and achieved two successful FAA checkride endorsements.

Directed operations for an 800-person organization as second-in-command. Managed a $3 million budget and sustained over 98% readiness for more than 1,000 assets. Led 50+ instructors delivering professional education across the Department of Defense. Supervised 23 senior leaders responsible for planning, logistics, training, and risk management.