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
C&L Named Michelin Tire Alliance Partner
The company will provide tire and installation services at its complex in Bangor, Maine.
Maintenance and Modifications
Sierra Nevada Acquires 328 Support Services
The acquisition is part of Sierra Nevada's investment in European markets to expand globally.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Sells Hawker Gear Inventory to AV8 MRO
As part of the deal AV8 MRO will provide landing gear parts to Duncan customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
First Wave Aerospace Offers Component Repair Management
First Wave Aerospace has approximately 250,000 line items and 6.8 million parts.
Maintenance and Modifications
Albinati Aeronautics Obtains Malta AOC
Customers can choose from the company's charter and management services in Switzerland or Malta.
Maintenance and Modifications
Constant Aviation Expands Parts Inventory
The company's rotable exchange now has more than 50,000 line items.
Maintenance and Modifications
ASTM International To Develop Aero Training Standards
The committee will develop internationally accepted standards that define the core competencies for aerospace personnel.
Avionics
FAA Amends ADS-B Out Performance Requirements
Aircraft must feature equipment that meet the necessary performance requirements but not the actual type certification requirements of the TSO.
Maintenance and Modifications
Continental Motors Services Acquires United Turbine
Acquisition is part of a continuing expansion that began last July when parent company Continental Motors Group renamed their MRO service group.
ICG NxtLink Certified for Fans-1/A over Iridium on Falcon 900B
ICG Fans-1/A solution approved for third business jet application.
Maintenance and Modifications
FL Technics Offers Powerplant, Landing Gear Consulting
The service is intended to guide operators through the maintenance process.
Maintenance and Modifications
Marana Aerospace Expands Its Capabilities
MRO adds end-of-life services, hydraulic actuator overhaul and wheel assembly shop.
Maintenance and Modifications
Erickson Signs Support Deal with Bell Helicopter
The agreement, which includes a licensing agreement for Erickson to make, buy and distribute Bell 214 part numbers, will extend the life of the Bell 214.
Maintenance and Modifications
DAC International Secures Quality Management Certification
The company provides avionics, test equipment and data converters.
Avionics
Salt Lake City Hosts Duncan Aviation 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
Intertrade Opens Singapore Distribution Center
The new facility will speed delivery and reduce shipping costs for Asia-Pacific customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
EASA Awards Part 145 OK to Premier Aircraft Services
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-aircraft maintenance shop cleared to work on European-registered aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
ARSA to FAA: 'Or New' Wording Is Unacceptable
Association has asked the FAA to clarify when the new owner of a repair station can apply for an amended versus a new Part 145 certificate.
Maintenance and Modifications
Crownair Aviation Named Authorized Eclipse Sales Rep
The company will provide service for the Eclipse 550 and Total Eclipse for customers in the Western U.S.
Maintenance and Modifications
MRO Profile: Dallas Airmotive
The company sees a growing market for rotorcraft engines at work at customers' facilities.
Maintenance and Modifications
Larson Intros LED Cart for Hazardous Work Areas
The unit can quickly and easily add light wherever needed, says the company.
Maintenance and Modifications
Ikhana RWMI DHC-6-200HG Validated by EASA
STC inceases payload by 8 percent
Maintenance and Modifications
Ascent Aviation Opens New Hangar
With the addition of a 42,000-sq-ft hangar the facility has nearly 100,000 sq ft of hangar space.
Maintenance and Modifications
RBR Maintenance Welcomes New Service Manager
Scott Carter to oversee King Air and Citation customers.
Maintenance and Modifications
FL Technics Jets Enters Indian Bizav MRO Market
The MRO will support B. G. Shirke Construction Technology's business jet fleet with various spare parts and components.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Dubai Receives EASA OK for Falcon 7X
The latest approval expands the company's service offerings for Falcons.
Maintenance and Modifications
Stevens Aviation Adds Gulfstream G200 Maintenance
The MRO now services Gulfstream, Beechcraft, Hawker, Bombardier, Cessna and Embraer models.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet Aviation Geneva Receives More Repair Approvals
Canada, Azerbaijan, San Marino and Guernsey authorize the facility as a repair station.
Maintenance and Modifications
Elliott Aviation Raises Downtime Compensation for G1000 Install
The company guarantees it will install a G1000 suite in 15 working days.
Maintenance and Modifications
RGV Aviation Joins TBM Service Center Network
Daher-Socata expects strong market development for its turboprops in the region.
