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 Aerospace Adds Paint Facility
The company’s Part 145 business has been geared to airline operations, but it is looking to move into the business aviation market.
Maintenance and Modifications
ST Engineering Injects Capital into Xiamen Engine MRO Joint Venture
Upon injection of the funds, STA Engines’ total share capital contribution in Statco will stand at $41.6 million.
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AirResource Group Gets FAA Repair Station OK
Company also offers charter, brokering, aircraft evaluations and consulting.
Maintenance and Modifications
Spirit Aeronautics Names Highfill Director of Maintenance
He will be responsible for aircraft maintenance, avionics and interior refurbishment operations.
Maintenance and Modifications
Advent Aerospace Adds Senior V-Ps to Management Team
Harvey Ticlo and Steve Jourdenais take leadership roles.
Maintenance and Modifications
FAA Issues AD for PT6A Compressor Turbine Blades
The purpose of the AD is to prevent failure of CT blades, which could result in damage to the engine and the airplane.
Maintenance and Modifications
MRO Profile: Stevens Aviation GYH
Facility fuses Southern hospitality and modern technology.
Maintenance and Modifications
Duncan Aviation Expands Commitment To Going Green
Charging stations let employees plug in their cars at work.
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Air Services Renewed as Cessna Authorized NDT Facility
MRO offers NDT for Citations and other corporate aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Desser Tire & Rubber Acquired By Graham Partners
Graham Partners expands in aviation product aftermarket sector.
Maintenance and Modifications
Spirit Aeronautics Increases AOG Service
The company provides maintenance and completions services at the customer’s location.
Maintenance and Modifications
Trine Aerospace & Defense OK’d for Helicopter Repair
MRO services available for helicopters at the Colorado Springs-based company.
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ACSF Recognizes Landmark Aviation as Sustaining Member
The company has provided financial support for the foundation.
Maintenance and Modifications
JetSupport Extends Avionics Dealership with Honeywell Authorization
Schiphol operation adds approval for Honeywell and BendixKing avionics.
Maintenance and Modifications
Metcar Offers Carbon-graphite Bushings for Aircraft Engine Fuel Pumps
Carbon-graphite bushings can use aviation fuel as the bushing lubricant.
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FAA Issues Superseding AD on Bombardier CL-600 Landing Gear Parts
It is intended to prevent use of life-limited landing-gear parts beyond their safe-life limits.
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FAA To Issue Emergency AD for Phenom 100 Stabilizers
Cracking at the joint could result in reduced structural integrity of the affected part.
Maintenance and Modifications
AAR To Build Facility in Rockford, Illinois
Creating up to 500 maintenance related jobs
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Honda Aircraft Names Banyan Air Service HondaJet Dealer
MRO will provide support for operators in the Southeast.
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet-Care Offers PT6 Trend-monitoring Program
Program designed specifically for the PT6
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Nasmyth Group Acquires Technical Metal Finishing
TMF’s capabilities complement Nasmyth’s metal finishing businesses.
Maintenance and Modifications
StandardAero Opens Satellite at Houston Hobby Airport
Satellite to support wide range of business aircraft.
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Constant Aviation Las Vegas Receives DGAC Endorsement
Additional certification addresses customer requests.
Maintenance and Modifications
Greenwich AeroGroup Names IDG Europe a LiveAero Dealer
IDG Europe It recently launched a new division of the company called idg.aero that provides global satellite communications for the whole aircraft.
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Jet Aviation Dubai Appoints Prabhat Gummadi as Maintenance Director
Gummandi holds numerous AME licenses.
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Dallas Airmotive Names Henry Lisboa Territorial Director
Lisboa will lead the company’s sales efforts in Central and South America.
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FAA Issues AD Final Rule for Bombardier CL-600 Thrust Reversers
Reports of partial deployment of an engine thrust reverser in flight prompted the AD.
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Arsa Reviewing Amended Repair Station Regulations
Under new rules, one strike and you’re out in the MRO business.
Maintenance and Modifications
Embraer Executive Jets Expands Contact Center
Support center grows with the fleet.
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Dallas Airmotive Donates $10,000 to Children’s Hospital
Company’s charitable giving program benefits children with orthopedic, neurological and learning disorders.
