Extensive, diversified background in aviation has given me the foundation of a broad knowledge base affording Me the necessary skills to efficiently research and compile supporting documentation in regard to legal cases requiring expert opinion. 30+ years working in the aviation profession has included the following positions:
Flight operation under FAR Part 91, 135, 133, and 121 as Pilot in Command, Chief Pilot, Training Captain, Director of Operations and General Manager in both fixed and rotary wing (helicopter) aircraft.
Maintenance and Repair under Par 43, 91, 135 and 145 Repair Station as Mechanic, Director of Maintenance, and Chief Inspector in both fixed and rotary wing (helicopter) aircraft.
Manufacturing approved aircraft parts as a Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) under Part 21 as President, Chief Inspector and Engineering Manager
Consultant for documentation preparation for FAR regulatory compliance including Letters of Compliance (LOC), Operations Manuals, Training Manuals, Repair Station Manuals, etc.
Consulting for the legal sector including opinion letters and Expert Witness, both testifying and non-testifying.
8,500+ flight hours
Part 121 4-engine turbine large transport category
Part 135 MEL, SEL, SES, Helicopter
Chief Inspector Part 145 Repair station
Director of Maintenance
General Aviation and Commercial Aircraft Reciprocating and Turbine Engine P & W and Rolls Royce turbine engine Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing
Available Upon Request
Aviation expert witness, Flight operations expert witness, fixed and rotary wing aircraft expert witness, aircraft parts expert witness, FAR regulatory compliance expert witness