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
Chile Facility OK'd for Pilatus Service
Aerocardal named authorized service center for the Pilatus PC-12.
Cabin Interior and Electronics
28 East Delivers ACJ319 VIP Completion
The company was involved in the project from pre-purchase inspection through completion.
Maintenance and Modifications
Aircraft Parts Exempt from South Carolina Sales Tax
Parts for aircraft operated under Part 91 are no longer subject to the state's 7-percent sales tax.
Maintenance and Modifications
CSE Citation Centre Renews FJ44 ASC Agreement
The London Luton-based MRO can support the Williams engine for another five years.
Maintenance and Modifications
FAA Issues Unapproved Parts Notification for DHC-2
Individual control surfaceskins were not approved.
Maintenance and Modifications
Spirit Aeronautics Installs Steecon Electric Door
The company outfitted a Challenger 604 with an electric cabin door generally installed on larger aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Group Seeks New Classification for Maintenance Techs
A group of trade associations would like to see aviation maintenance professionals categorized more specifically.
Maintenance and Modifications
West Star Aviation GJT Boosts Paint Capacity
The company's new paint facility is intended to provide services for the larger, longer-range aircraft customers are using.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Singapore Performs Global 8C Inspection
The aircraft will be undergoing a refurbishment during the maintenance downtime.
Maintenance and Modifications
Transworld Aviation Named Garmin Dealer
The approval allows the company to support Garmin operators in the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia.
Wisconsin Students Capture GAMA Design Competition
The event is designed to expose young people to aviation and the career opportunities it provides.
Maintenance and Modifications
Spectra Jet Adds Radio and Instrument Capability
The new ratings allow the company to do pitot/static and transponder certifications in house.
Maintenance and Modifications
Greenpoint Participates in Local FAA Safety Exercise
A mock aircraft crash–complete with mass casualties–provided a basis for safety training at the MRO's home airport.
Maintenance and Modifications
Mxi Technologies To Open Dallas Office
The new facility is intended to support the company's growing U.S. customer base.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Saudi Arabia Adds Battery Maintenance Shop
MRO can check, charge and overhaul most aircraft batteries.
Maintenance and Modifications
NBAA Supports Rule To Ease RVSM Mx Program Approval
Implementation will save operators significant time and expense
Maintenance and Modifications
AGDisplays Receives FAA OK for In-flight Panel Repairs
The company can repair customer LCD panels rather than replace them.
Maintenance and Modifications
EFA Offers Complimentary King Air Detailing Package
The detail package is available free to customers who bring their aircraft to the company for a phase inspection.
Maintenance and Modifications
TAG Aviation Opens Line Maintenance Center in Portugal
A mobile repair team based at the airport will support clients at the main airports in Portugal.
Maintenance and Modifications
Chromalloy Opens Fort Lauderdale Facility
The new facility consolidates staff and equipment previously spread among three sites.
Maintenance and Modifications
ExecuJet Aviation Nigeria OK'd To Service Phenom 300s
The company can provide support for the Phenom 300 at its Lagos location.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Moscow Vnukovo OK'd for 900EX EASy Mx
The company supports AOG requirements throughout Russia.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Geneva Installs Ovation Select in Global
The Honeywell system replaces an older setup in the customer's 14-year-old aircraft.
StandardAero Invests in Component Repair at Winnipeg
The investments will expand floor space and allow for research and development efforts.
Maintenance and Modifications
Former Weco Ops Manager Sentenced for Endangering Aircraft
Jerry Kuwata sentenced to one year in prison.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation St. Louis Named Cayman Islands AMO
The MRO is now approved to perform maintenance on aircraft registered in the Cayman Islands.
Maintenance and Modifications
OHS Aviation Offers Extended Engineering Services
The company will begin offering primary structural changes and STCs for all aircraft categories.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Named Artex ELT Authorized Service Center
The company's Nebraska facility is now offering support services for Artex ELTs and parts.
Maintenance and Modifications
TAG Aviation Announces New Maintenance Organization
The company's maintenance services have been rebranded as TAG Aviation Maintenance Services.
Maintenance and Modifications
StandardAero Adds New Component Repair Capabilities
Most of the repairs have been done in Cincinnati, but the company's Winnepeg facility is outfitted to perform more work.
