David A. Lombardo
Contributor
Lombardo covers business aviation maintenance-related issues. He is also a writer and on-air reporter for AINtv. He has over 3000 articles published and is the author of several books on aircraft systems for pilots and on the topic of flight simulation.
He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in education from the University of Illinois, has taught aviation for over 35 years in industry and as a university professor and academic dean at three different universities. He is also a frequent seminar and after-dinner motivational speaker.
Lombardo holds an A&P Certificate, ATP, CFI and Ground Instructor ratings. He was a corporate pilot and was a research pilot and flight instructor at the University of Illinois. An FAA Safety Counselor for over 25 years, he was one of the original 13 Counselors appointed to the FAA’s Airworthiness Safety Program for maintenance technicians.
Latest from David A. Lombardo
Maintenance and Modifications
Stevens Aviation Serving Florida’s Emerald Coast
The company has positioned a new AOG truck, with two full-time technicians, at the Destin, Florida Airport.
Maintenance and Modifications
Constant Aviation Rotable Exchange Expands
The compay's inventory encompasses more than 54,000 line items worth more than $48 million.
Avionics
Duncan Aviation Launches NextGen Resource
The company's aim is to provide a go-to resource for information about the NextGen initiatives.
Maintenance and Modifications
B. Coleman MRO-PBI Wins DGAC OK for Maintenance
The approval allows the company to provide maintenance services for Mexico-registered aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Hawker Pacific To Acquire Aeromil Pacific
Acquisition positions Hawker Pacific to tap into regional growth.
Maintenance and Modifications
Long Island CEO Pleads Guilty in Remarked Parts Fraud
Krantz knowingly sold counterfeit microprocessors to a Rhode Island -based parts broker, according to the plea.
Maintenance and Modifications
Constant Aviation Expands AOG Operations
The company has positioned a team in Orlando to support a growing market in the Southeast.
Maintenance and Modifications
FL Technics Partnership Hastens Global Parts Deliveries
Some 1,500 part numbers will be located at the company's new London spare parts warehouse.
Maintenance and Modifications
StandardAero Mobile Service Teams Mark Milestone
The company's team has responded to 5,000 calls since it was inaugurated in 2009.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
AMAC Aerospace Reports Several More Major VIP Projects
Projects include maintenance as well as interior work.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Houston Earns Mexican Certification
Satellite facility specializes in avionics repair and installation.
Engines
Bizjet International Has a Tay 611-8C Engine To Spare
Spare engine will support Gulfstream 450 customers.
Engines
Ontic Adds JT15D Capability
Acquires manufacturing rights from Pratt & Whitney Canada for certain new JT15D engine components.
Maintenance and Modifications
Vector Aerospace Launches Per-hour JT15D Vmax Program
Combines MRO, field service team and pay-per-hour plan.
Maintenance and Modifications
Rolls-Royce Names FlightSafety as BR725 Mx Trainer
FlightSafety International will offer BR725 engine and troubleshooting courses at its Savannah, Ga. maintenance training center.
Maintenance and Modifications
FL Technics Jets Rebrands as Jet Maintenance Solutions
Company specializes in maintenance of Hawker Beechcraft and Bombardier aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Watchdog: FAA Oversight of EU Repair Stations Subpar
Lack of training erodes oversight capability, say watchdog groups.
Maintenance and Modifications
Ameco Expands Completions Facility
The Beijing-based company provides design, engineering, certification and installation services for business jets.
Avionics
Duncan Aviation Hosts Free NextGen Seminar
The seminar is intended to provide useful, practical information about precisely what equipment operators need to comply with the coming mandates.
Maintenance and Modifications
California Man Falsely Certified O2 Cylinders
Danniel Hoose returned cylinders to use without properly testing them.
Maintenance and Modifications
Global Jet Services Offers Phenom 300 Mx Training
The two-week initial-level course includes hands-on sessions.
Maintenance and Modifications
Bell Helicopter Adds Mx Capability at Singapore
The facility is authorized to provide maintenance for all Australia-registered Bell 412s.
Maintenance and Modifications
Associated Air Center OK'd as ANAC 145 Repair Station
The company is able to maintain, repair and modify Brazilian-registered VIP aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Ontic Signs Deal with African Executive Aviation
Under the deal African Executive Aviation will be Ontic's dealer in Africa.
Avionics
Constant Aviation Wins Gogo Business Aviation Award
The Leading Edge Award recognizes the highest-performing dealers for Gogo Business Aviation.
Maintenance and Modifications
Banyan Air Service Expands Mx Operation
The company has added a second shift each day.
Maintenance and Modifications
Industry to Congress: Leave Alternative Parts Alone
The curent regulatory framework for life-limited aircraft parts has a proven safety records, say industry groups.
Maintenance and Modifications
JSSI To Offer Hourly Cost Mx Seminars in South America
The company wants to educate operators about the benefits of the programs it offers.
Maintenance and Modifications
Global Jet Services Signs Eclipse Mx Training Deal
The company provides training for business aviation customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
Auto Window Tint a No-no for Aircraft Windows
Automotive window tint can introduce complications to aircraft windows.
