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Average Aviation Expert Witnesses Court Fees
$300/hr
Review Fee
$375/hr
Deposition Fee
$375/hr
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Aircraft Valuations Expert Witness
Review Fee $250/hrDeposition Fee $280/hrCourt Fee $307/hrThis highly-qualified aircraft valuations expert has 40 years of experience in the aviation industry. He earned his BA in aviation management from Southern Illinois University and holds certifications as a senior aircraft appraiser, an airframe and power plant mechanic, an FAA authorized inspector, and aircraft buyer's agent. He is active in his field as a member of the EAA. This expert began his career in aviation as a member of the aircraft maintenance crew in the United States Air Force. He then served as an aircraft mechanic at Crystal Lake Airport, avionics installation and package engineer at Hartzog Aviation before starting his tenure with American Airlines. He worked for American Airlines for 32 years in a variety of roles, including line maintenance mechanic, senior instructor in aircraft maintenance, aircraft maintenance production supervisor, and the aircraft maintenance production and shift manager. Currently, he is the president and owner of an aircraft maintenance and appraisal corporation based in Illinois.
President & Owner, An aircraft maintenance and appraisal corporation in IL
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Southern Illinois University
New Hampton,
Illinois
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What Can an Aviation Expert Witness Opine On?
Pre-flight Inspection
Check aircraft condition before flight.
Flight Planning
Determine route, fuel, and weather.
Takeoff Procedures
Execute steps for safe departure.
In-flight Navigation
Guide aircraft along planned route.
Landing Procedures
Prepare and execute safe landing.
Post-flight Inspection
Assess aircraft after completing flight.
FAQs for Aviation Expert Witnesses
What is a aviation expert witness?
An aviation expert witness is a specialized aviation professional who explains industry standards and safety in legal cases. They assist by reviewing flight records, analyzing accidents, and testifying to clarify complex aviation issues.
What types of cases may require the expertise of an aviation expert witness?
An aviation expert witness handles airplane crashes, pilot error, maintenance failures, air traffic control mistakes, product defects, regulatory compliance, and airline liability cases.
How can an aviation expert witness strengthen liability analysis in aircraft accident litigation?
An aviation expert witness strengthens liability analysis in aircraft accident litigation by explaining technical causes, industry standards, and pilot or maintenance errors to clarify fault.
What specific qualifications should attorneys seek in a testifying aviation expert witness?
Attorneys should seek a testifying aviation expert witness with FAA certifications, extensive flight or maintenance experience, accident investigation training, and prior courtroom testimony.
How does an aviation expert witness evaluate compliance with FAA regulations in disputed operations?
An aviation expert witness evaluates compliance with FAA regulations by reviewing records, procedures, training, and flight data against applicable FAA rules and industry standards.
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