David South

David South is a highly experienced aviation professional currently serving as a Maintenance Service Representative at Panasonic Avionics Corporation since May 2023. Previously, David held the position of Licensed Aircraft Engineer at Heston MRO from June 2020 to May 2023, specializing in B737CL Airwork and ETOPS maintenance. Additional experience includes working as a Marine Technician at Middle Harbour Marine and an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer/Planner at Jetstar Airways. David spent two decades at Virgin Australia as a Senior Engineer, overseeing a team responsible for safety, quality, and maintenance operations. David's career began at Ansett as a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and Engineering Apprentice. Academic qualifications include a Diploma in Aerospace Engineering from TAFE NSW and a Diploma of Aeroskills Mechanical from RMIT University.