Expert Technical Strategy Development
As a seasoned professional, I specialize in designing and implementing technical strategies across Engineering, Maintenance, CAMO, Fleet Management, MRO, and Project Management. My approach streamlines operations, reduces downtime, and ensures that airlines exceed KPI expectations while maintaining top-tier fleet reliability. I align departments, optimize workflows, and implement tailored solutions that enhance cost efficiency and compliance, delivering sustainable results that drive long-term operational success.
Specialized Engineering Documentation
I offer expertise in reviewing and evaluating specialized engineering documentation, including Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), Engineering Orders (EOs), retrofits, and other essential documents. I ensure that all documentation is accurately handled and compliant with regulatory requirements, preventing aircraft grounding and ensuring fleet airworthiness. By managing thorough and compliant documentation, I help airlines maintain operational efficiency, fleet safety, and regulatory compliance, while minimizing risks and avoiding unnecessary delays. This proactive approach guarantees that your fleet remains on schedule, adheres to all compliance standards, and operates with maximum reliability.
Expertise in Alternate Engineering Data
I specialize in managing ASAC, TA, RDAS, RDR, Technical Variance, NTO and AMOC to ensure aircraft compliance, safety, and performance optimization, minimizing ground time. By navigating complex systems and collaborating with OEMs and regulatory authorities, I handle technical variances and requests efficiently, maintaining airworthiness and reducing downtime. I also support the approval and implementation of AMOCs, providing alternative solutions that meet safety and regulatory standards without disrupting operations. This expertise ensures operational reliability and regulatory adherence, allowing airlines to maintain smooth, efficient fleet operations with minimal downtime.
Aircraft Retrofitting & STC Solutions
With a deep understanding of aircraft retrofitting and STC (Supplemental Type Certificate) solutions, I bring expertise in evaluating and implementing modifications that enhance fleet performance, compliance, and safety. I oversee the retrofitting process, ensuring each modification meets regulatory requirements while improving operational efficiency and sustainability. By collaborating with OEMs, DOAs, and regulatory authorities, I ensure smooth STC development and approvals for modifications, minimizing downtime and seamlessly integrating upgrades. Whether it’s improving avionics, boosting fuel efficiency, or incorporating new technologies, I ensure modifications align with both safety standards and fleet objectives for long-term operational success.
Maintenance Program Development & Reliability Alignment
I lead the creation and approval of maintenance programs for various fleet types, ensuring full regulatory compliance. By aligning reliability inputs with the maintenance program and implementing tailored schedules, I help airlines optimize fleet performance, enhance reliability, and reduce operational risks. Working closely with regulatory bodies, I ensure all programs are approved and compliant, keeping the fleet in top condition and minimizing downtime. My proactive approach guarantees that each aircraft operates at its highest reliability, safety, and efficiency, aligning with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Strategic Aircraft Maintenance Planning
I specialize in strategic aircraft and engine maintenance planning, creating schedules that maximize lifespan, reduce operational costs, and ensure minimum ground time. By analyzing operational data and aligning with regulatory standards, I ensure timely, efficient maintenance, minimizing downtime and improving fleet reliability. This proactive approach optimizes asset utilization, reduces unexpected failures, and ensures cost-effective maintenance, aligned with long-term fleet performance goals. My planning guarantees that the fleet remains in top condition, reduces unnecessary expenses, and fosters smoother operations, making maintenance more efficient and contributing to overall operational success.
Health Monitoring & Analysis
I specialize in engine and APU health monitoring, utilizing comprehensive programs that include oil consumption tracking, EGT (Exhaust Gas Temperature) monitoring, vibration analysis, and trend analysis. By closely analyzing performance data, I identify potential issues early and advice on necessary troubleshooting, ensuring timely removal of engines and APUs before problems escalate into costly repairs. This proactive approach reduces repair costs, extends asset life, and maintains operational efficiency. Through early detection and efficient corrective actions, I help minimize downtime, ensure smoother fleet operations, and ultimately contribute to cost-effective maintenance and better fleet management.
Engine & APU Shop Visits for Cost-Effective Overhaul and Repair
I specialize in developing cost-effective work scopes for engine and APU shop visits, overseeing engine overhauls and repair activities. By carefully defining work scopes and managing costs, I ensure that each visit is efficient, meeting both operational and regulatory standards while minimizing expenses. This approach includes detailed cost management, ensuring that repairs and overhauls are completed within budget while maintaining high performance and safety standards. By optimizing the work scope and coordinating closely with MROs, help airlines reduce downtime, improve fleet reliability, and achieve cost-efficient maintenance outcomes.
Engine & APU - QEC Management
I specialize in Engine & APU QEC (Quick Engine Change) management, ensuring strict adherence to maintenance schedules. I ensure the availability of QEC during engine changes and testing at the MRO after repairs, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless operations. By closely monitoring maintenance and overhaul processes, I ensure that QEC parts are efficiently managed and available. This proactive approach reduces downtime, cost-effective repair of the engine and APU.
Life Limited Parts (LLP) Management
I specialize in Life Limited Parts (LLP) management, ensuring effective tracking, monitoring, and timely replacement of LLPs throughout the lifecycle of Engines, APUs, and Landing Gears. By calculating the life of LLPs while operating on different engine types, and implementing comprehensive tracking systems, I conduct proactive inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This approach minimizes the risk of unexpected failures, extends the service life of critical components, and maintains operational safety. I focus on cost-effective management and minimized downtime, enabling airlines to maintain a reliable and efficient fleet while ensuring full safety and compliance.
Landing Gear Shop Repairs and Overhaul
I specialize in developing cost-effective landing gear shop repairs and overhauls, ensuring that each visit is optimized for both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. By negotiating precise contracts scopes and managing costs, I help airlines minimize downtime while maintaining high standards of safety and performance. This includes overseeing the repair and overhaul process, ensuring all work is completed within budget, while adhering to strict regulatory requirements and operational needs. Through effective coordination with MROs, I drive cost savings and reliability, and delivering timely repairs and overhauls.
Reliability Management
I led the reliability team and reviewed reports based on PIREPS (Pilot Reports), MREPS (Maintenance Reports), Health Monitoring Data, repeated defects, and other key inputs to identify effective corrective and preventive solutions, ensuring optimal fleet performance. I also ensured the maintenance program was amended based on the findings of reliability reports. This proactive approach allows for early detection of recurring issues, ensuring alignment with the maintenance program. By implementing targeted solutions, I reduce downtime, enhance fleet reliability, and ensure long-term operational success through data-driven, proactive decision-making.
Technical Audits by Authority
I collaborate with the National Aviation Authority during technical audits to assess and ensure the operational integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance of aircraft and associated systems. By conducting thorough reviews of maintenance records, procedures, and performance data, I ensure that all aspects of the fleet are up to the highest standards. Audit reports and findings are handled professionally, with a focus on closing any identified issues within the given time frame to avoid aircraft grounding or the cancellation of approvals. My goal is to ensure that all technical operations align with regulatory requirements and performance goals, contributing to the safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability of the fleet.
Fleet Status Reporting
I specialize in managing fleet status reporting using Maintenance Management Software such as AMOS, TRAX, and CAMP, ensuring accurate tracking of Life Limited Parts, Hard Time, Due Maintenance, Deferred Defects, and Operational Restrictions. By leveraging these advanced systems, I provide real-time insights into fleet health, enabling proactive decision-making and efficient maintenance planning. This approach ensures all fleet data is up-to-date, improving operational efficiency, safety, and compliance. With thorough, accurate status reports, I help airlines reduce downtime, enhance fleet reliability, and maintain smooth, continuous operations.
Fleet Lifecycle Management for Optimal Fleet Performance
I direct aircraft, engine, and APU lifecycle management, conducting cost-benefit analysis for Service Bulletins (SBs), Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs), Health Monitoring Reports, Reliability Reports, and modifications to ensure optimal funding allocation and minimize downtime. By assessing the financial and operational impact of each decision, I help airlines make informed choices that enhance fleet performance, extend asset life, and reduce unnecessary costs. This approach ensures efficient resource allocation, enhances operational continuity, and guarantees that modifications and upgrades are aligned with safety and regulatory standards, ensuring the fleet’s long-term reliability.
Strategic Cost-Benefit Analysis
I led the evaluations of leasing versus purchasing options, empowering airlines to make informed decisions that optimize fleet performance and ensure financial efficiency. By thoroughly analyzing the costs, benefits, and long-term implications, I help organizations choose the most effective approach for asset acquisition, minimizing financial risks and maximizing operational value. This strategic analysis ensures that decisions align with both financial goals and fleet sustainability, providing a clear path toward cost optimization and operational excellence.
Defect Rectification & AOG Management
I led engineering support for defect resolution during AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations, both at base and out stations, ensuring timely repairs and thorough post-repair tests to meet regulatory requirements and safety standards. By coordinating with OEMs, maintenance teams, and MROs, I minimize aircraft downtime and expedite fleet recovery, ensuring that operations resume smoothly without unnecessary delays. When required, I also align with OEMs and the Airworthiness Authority for approvals and Permits to Fly, ensuring full compliance and airworthiness for safe operations.
Avionics Modifications for Enhanced Fleet Performance
I led the Avionics Modification Projects, including FANS, CPDLC, ADS-B, ADS-C, ULB, and loadable software. My focus is on integrating advanced avionics systems to enhance communication, navigation, and surveillance capabilities, ensuring that aircraft meet the latest industry standards and regulatory requirements. By implementing these modifications, I help airlines improve operational efficiency, safety, and compliance, while optimizing fleet performance and ensuring smooth, seamless operations.
Relationships for Fleet Excellence
I led the evaluations of leasing versus purchasing options, empowering airlines to make informed decisions that optimize fleet performance and ensure financial efficiency. By thoroughly analyzing the costs, benefits, and long-term implications, I help organizations choose the most effective approach for asset acquisition, minimizing financial risks and maximizing operational value. This strategic analysis ensures that decisions align with both financial goals and fleet sustainability, providing a clear path toward cost optimization and operational excellence.
Portals Expertise for Enhanced Fleet Management
I leverage a range of specialized portals to ensure optimal fleet performance and streamlined operations. These include myBell, myBoeingFleet, AirN@v, IAE, CFM, Bombardier Portal, Rolls Royce, GE, Pratt & Whitney, Collins, Honeywell, and Inmarsat, among others. By utilizing these platforms, I gain access to real-time data on aircraft performance, maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, troubleshooting guides, engineering documentation, maintenance schedules, and technical support. This ensures quick resolution of issues, regulatory compliance, and effective fleet management. These portals facilitate efficient tracking of engine health and technical documentation, ultimately contributing to enhanced reliability, reduced downtime, and long-term operational efficiency.
Engineering & Maintenance Software/Database Expertise
Expertise in advanced Engineering & Maintenance Software/Databases such as TRAX, AMOS, and CAMP to manage and optimize fleet operations. These platforms provide robust solutions for maintenance tracking, compliance management, work order management, and technical documentation. By leveraging these systems, I ensure accurate and real-time tracking of maintenance activities, defects, service schedules, and aircraft health monitoring, streamlining the maintenance workflow and enhancing fleet reliability. This integrated approach minimizes downtime, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and supports data-driven decision-making for improved operational efficiency and fleet performance.
New Aircraft & Engine Program Management
I lead the management of new aircraft and engine programs, ensuring seamless alignment of design, delivery schedules, and operational requirements. By working closely with OEMs and operators, I ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, with all necessary certifications and compliance. My focus on meticulous planning and coordination minimizes operational disruptions and ensures smooth fleet integration. By collaborating with stakeholders, I ensure aircraft and engines meet regulatory standards, operational goals, and are delivered on time and within budget. This proactive approach enhances operational efficiency and guarantees long-term sustainability for fleet performance.
Configuration Management
I oversee aircraft and Engine configuration management, ensuring that all specifications, including operational needs and regulatory standards, are met. By closely collaborating with OEMs, I ensure that modifications are incorporated efficiently, maintaining alignment with both operational goals and safety standards. This includes overseeing any necessary updates or modifications to meet changing requirements, ensuring the fleet remains compliant, and optimizing performance. Through careful management and attention to detail, I ensure that aircraft and Engine configurations are always aligned with both industry regulations and operational needs, contributing to enhanced fleet reliability and long-term operational success.
Technical Evaluation & Inspection
I led precise technical assessments and inspections of aircraft, engines, auxiliary systems, satellite connectivity, and complex mechanical and avionics components during the final assembly phase. This involved thorough evaluation to ensure all systems met operational standards and regulatory requirements. By overseeing detailed inspections, I ensure that every component adheres to safety and performance benchmarks, minimizing the risk of operational disruptions. My approach ensures that each aircraft is fully compliant, functionally optimized, and ready for operational deployment, contributing to enhanced fleet reliability and long-term operational success.
Design Review Participation
I actively engage in design review meetings (e.g., ITCM, PDR, CDR), providing valuable insights to refine the construction process and ensure objectives are met. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, I contribute to the early identification of potential issues and recommend solutions to enhance design quality, functionality, and compliance with regulatory standards. My involvement ensures that design specifications align with operational goals, optimizing performance, safety, and efficiency. This proactive approach helps streamline the development process, ensuring that aircraft and components meet all technical requirements and are ready for successful integration into the fleet.
SFE & BFE Integration
I actively participated in the selection of SFE (Standard for Equipment) and BFE (Buyer Furnished Equipment), coordinating with OEM and supplier teams to ensure the timely delivery and installation of systems. My role ensured that all SFE and BFE components were delivered on time and installed correctly, aligning aircraft configurations with the operator’s specific requirements and specifications. By overseeing the entire integration process, I ensured operational readiness and full compliance with both technical and regulatory standards. This careful coordination ensured aircraft were fully equipped and ready for deployment.
Problem Resolution & Milestone Achievement
I managed and resolved challenges during all the phases of Program Management, ensuring seamless alignment with project milestones and timelines. By proactively identifying and addressing technical and logistical issues, I kept the project on track, minimizing delays and maintaining cost efficiency. My role involved coordinating with OEMs, suppliers, and internal teams to implement effective solutions while adhering to regulatory and operational standards. Through strategic problem-solving and risk mitigation, I ensured that all deliverables were met on time and within the approved budget, enabling a smooth transition from assembly to operational readiness.