I am an expert in flight operations, airline management, and pilot training. I have more than 10,000 flight hours of experience as a pilot and training captain in airlines and business aviation, operating aircraft ranging from 9-seat business jets (Challenger 3500) to 300-seat airliners (Boeing 777).

I spent more than ten years as an inspector for aviation authorities, including the UK CAA and EASA.

As Director of McKechnie Aviation LTD, I support aircraft operators, pilot-training companies, and national aviation authorities. I have an MBA and have held interim management positions, including “nominated person” for pilot training and flight operations.

I have prepared reports for passengers, insurers, crew members and airports. Topics have included accidents, injuries, operating procedures, pilot training, unfair dismissal and unfair competition.

I have given evidence in courts and tribunals in England and the Republic of Ireland.

Areas include:

Flight operations.
Aircraft accidents.
Crewmember injuries.
Aviation regulations.
Flight data recordings.
Pilot licensing.
Pilot training and performance.

Pilot employment.
Training bonds.
Operational control and decision-making.
Compliance auditing.
Ground operations.
Flight time limitations.
Due diligence for acquisition or collaboration.

As an Expert Witness, I take my responsibility to the court seriously. My reports will always be objective and based on the evidence provided to me.