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This highly qualified expert has nearly 40 years of experience in the field of piloting, pilot training and screening, and pilot earning potential. He earned his BS in flight technology at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He is very active in his field as a member of multiple professional societies including the Atlanta Aero Club, the Air Line Pilots Association, the International Air & Transportation Safety Bar Association, the Aircraft Pilots and Owners Association, the National Business Aircraft Association, and the Experimental Aircraft Association. In addition, this expert has authored 9 training manuals and has published numerous articles. This expert has held several roles including military flight training and standardization manager in the US Army, captain and first officer at Capitol Air, and captain at United Airlines. He has also been heavily involved in the training process holding roles as an instructor pilot at Boeing Training Services, simulator and ground instructor at Flight International, Inc., and president and chief instructor of InterFlite, Inc. In addition, he hs formerly served as executive vice president at Future Aviation Professionals of America and president and CEO of Aviation Information Resources, Inc. Currently, this expert is an instructor pilot for a major domestic and international airline service, involved in the furloughed/displaced pilot outplacement services for an airline pilot union, and president of an aviation consulting firm based in Georgia.
President, An aviation consulting firm in GA
Bachelor of Science (BS), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Georgia
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What Can an Airplane Expert Witness Opine On?
Pre-flight Inspection
Check aircraft systems and components.
Flight Planning
Determine route, weather, and fuel needs.
Takeoff Procedures
Execute procedures for safe departure.
In-flight Navigation
Monitor and adjust flight path as needed.
Landing Procedures
Execute steps for a safe landing.
Post-flight Inspection
Review aircraft condition after flight.
FAQs for Airplane Expert Witnesses
What is a airplane expert witness?
An airplane expert witness is an aviation specialist who explains technical aircraft issues in legal cases. They assist by reviewing flight records, investigating accidents, and testifying in court.
What types of cases may benefit from the testimony of an airplane expert witness?
An airplane expert witness handles aviation accident, pilot error, maintenance negligence, product defect, air traffic control, regulatory compliance, and airport operations cases.
How can an airplane expert witness strengthen causation analysis in an aviation dispute?
An airplane expert witness strengthens causation analysis in an aviation dispute by linking technical flight data, maintenance records, and industry standards directly to the accident’s cause.
What qualifications should an attorney require from an airplane expert witness?
An attorney should require an airplane expert witness to have aviation-specific education, certifications, industry experience, and a proven record of credible courtroom testimony.
How does an airplane expert witness evaluate compliance with FAA regulations?
An airplane expert witness evaluates compliance with FAA regulations by reviewing records, maintenance logs, procedures, and flight operations against current FAA standards and rules.
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