David A. Lombardo is a professional pilot and an international aviation training consultant, specializing in simulation, training program design, and organizational development. He is a former assistant dean of the Division of Aviation at Lewis University and former Aviation Program Director at Bowling Green State University. He has flown 34 different types of aircraft in thousands of hours in the air. His FAA certifications include: Airline Transport Pilot; CFI, airplane single- and multi-engine, and instrument; and Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic. He has lectured widely on aviation and aviation education.