David Hartter

David Hartter is an experienced aviation professional currently serving as President and Consultant at D&M Aviation Consulting since July 2015, specializing in establishing Operations Control Centers for Helicopter Air Ambulance operators. Hartter's extensive background includes roles such as Flight Operations at Medway Air Ambulance and Specialty and Enrichment Instructor at FlightSafety International, where leadership and expertise in Helicopter Air Ambulance Operations Control Specialist training were demonstrated. As President of the National Operations Control Academy from 2015 to 2016, Hartter spearheaded the development of the industry's first Operations Control Specialist training program tailored to FAR Part 135. Prior positions include managerial roles at EagleMed LLC and Air Evac Lifeteam, and earlier experience as a Flight Coordinator at ARINC and Aviation Dispatcher at multiple airlines. Hartter's military service as an Operations Specialist in the US Navy further complements a solid educational foundation in aviation and psychology from Kansas State University and Bethany College.