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.&nbsp;
Lombardo holds an A&amp;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.&nbsp;

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David A. Lombardo

Hawker Pacific has reached an agreement to acquire Aeromil Pacific for an undisclosed amount. The latter, a 35-year-old Sydney-based company, specializes in Cessna aircraft sales, pre-owned aircraft sales, aircraft maintenance, parts support, aircraft management, charter services and pilot training. "The combined business will also benefit from an enhanced product portfolio, providing access to the range of Textron’s iconic products such as Beechcraft, Cessna and Bell Helicopter under one roof," according to Hawker Pacific.

 


“The acquisition positions Hawker Pacific to capitalize on the substantial growth of aviation services throughout the Asia-Pacific region while boosting the quality of service provided by both organizations,” said Hawker Pacific CEO Alan Smith.

 


Plans call for Steve Padgett, Aeromil Pacific’s principal, to join Hawker Pacific as deputy chairman, Hawker Pacific Australia. "Steve recognizes the importance of placing a high priority on customer service and innovative marketing and will oversee the sales drive of Cessna within Australia and New Zealand, continuing his close relationships with the group going forward," Smith said. Padgett will also continue his positions as chairman of Alliance Aviation Services, director and life member of the Regional Aviation Association of Australia, chairman of the Australian Aviation Hall of Fame and a member of the Australian Air Force Cadets National Council.

News and issues about aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), covering all segments of the aviation industry; and modifications for aircraft and engines. Subjects include product support of aircraft, engines and avionics, MRO company mergers, acquisitions, announcements and personnel, Airworthiness Directives, Supplemental Type Certificate approvals and other topics.

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