DAVID WHEELER
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Experienced Aircraft Technician specializing in Aircraft Maintenance and Quality Control. Demonstrated expertise in leading teams and ensuring compliance through effective inspections and communication. Committed to delivering reliable solutions with flexibility and dependability.
Overview
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Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Inspector
PSA Airlines Inc.
Norfolk, VA
11.2017 - Current
- Executed RII inspections to verify compliance with safety regulations., Maintenance Release Qualified, Engine Boroscope, and NDT Inspections.
- Inspected aircraft components to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, contributing to overall airworthiness.
- Conducted thorough examinations of maintenance records and procedures.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to streamline inspections and repairs, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Documented inspection findings and maintained accurate records in compliance systems to support regulatory audits.
- Trained new staff on inspection protocols and safety regulations.
Aircraft Inspector
Air Wisconsin
Norfolk
11.2005 - 11.2017
- Scheduled and conducted aircraft inspections, RII Buyback, paperwork audit, and completed work packages.
- Executed parts receiving and facilitated engineering approvals for repair schemes, contributing to maintenance efficiency.
- Achieved NDT certification through rigorous training and testing., Run Taxi Authorization.
- Gained experience in computer information systems, production and quality control, aviation maintenance training, maintenance planning and inventory, and aviation safety.
Lead Aircraft Technician
Piedmont Airlines
Norfolk
02.2002 - 10.2003
- Led maintenance team handling RON and weekend down aircraft, ensuring timely and effective repairs.
- Trained and mentored new technicians, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge transfer.
- Worked with Quality control, Maintenance Control, and Flight Dispatch to schedule safe morning dispatch.
- Coordinated with quality control, maintenance control, and flight dispatch to ensure safe and efficient morning aircraft dispatch.
- Conducted taxi instruction and maintenance release for flight operations.
- Worked with Ground Safety Program, Scheduling Committee.
- Supervised a Maintenance team, assigned to RON or weekend down aircraft. Provided leadership and training to new technicians. Website information not provided.
Aircraft Technician
Northwest Airlines
Minneapolis
12.1997 - 11.2001
- Led heavy structures crew in repairing aircraft structures, focusing on corrosion control and implementing airframe modifications to improve durability.
- Executed heavy maintenance on Douglas DC 9 and Boeing 757 aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing operational readiness.
- Performed Heavy Maintenance on Douglas DC 9, and Boeing 757 aircraft. Clarified website details for project documentation.
Aircraft Technician
Piedmont Airlines
Norfolk
07.1988 - 12.1997
- Performed Scheduled and Unscheduled Overnight Maintenance, and Line Maintenance on Dehavilland Dash 7, and Dash 8 aircraft. Instructed engine run taxi procedures for aircraft maintenance teams.
- Inspected aircraft components for Northwest Airlines maintenance compliance.
- Performed routine repairs on airframe, engines, and landing gear.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using maintenance manuals and test equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Tidewater Community College Virginia Beach Campus
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Aircraft inspection
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety standards
- Quality assurance
- Inspection accuracy
- Maintenance documentation
- Troubleshooting
- Aircraft systems analysis
- Inspection efficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Maintenance record keeping
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Safety awareness
Certification
- Airframe and Powerplant Certificate, 2657515
- FCC General Radio Telephone Operators License, PG-GB-051628
Timeline
Aircraft Inspector
PSA Airlines Inc.
11.2017 - Current
Aircraft Inspector
Air Wisconsin
11.2005 - 11.2017
Lead Aircraft Technician
Piedmont Airlines
02.2002 - 10.2003
Aircraft Technician
Northwest Airlines
12.1997 - 11.2001
Aircraft Technician
Piedmont Airlines
07.1988 - 12.1997
Associate of Science - Applied Science
Tidewater Community College Virginia Beach Campus