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 and have been quoted as an expert in national and international publications including the Daily Telegraph and Financial Times. 

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.