David Feerst

David Feerst is an experienced aviation professional currently serving as the Vice President of Safety & Training at Jbi Helicopters since December 2022. With a career spanning several roles, David has held positions such as Auditor, Consultant, and Trainer at UTILITIES AVIATION SPECIALISTS INC since November 2006, and previously worked as Director of Operations and Safety at HeliService from June 2021 to October 2022. David also served as Director of Safety and Training at Winco Inc from April 2010 to April 2022, and as Director of Quality and Standardization at Quanta Aviation Services from September 2018 to June 2021. David’s earlier experience includes being the General Manager at Utilities/Aviation Specialists from November 2006 to April 2010. Educational achievements include a Commercial Pilot / Instrument degree from Sun Aero Helicopters and an Associate's degree in Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician from Columbia Southern University.