Illinois Aviation Expert Witnesses

Illinois Accident Reconstruction & Safety Expert Witness Listings

You may limit your search for Aviation expert witnesses to a specific area by selecting a state from the drop down box.

Expert Witnesses

List Your Qualifications by Clicking Here

Featured Experts
David W Evans, ATP, CASEL, CASES, CFI, CFI-I, MEI (HiPer Aviation)
Experienced FAA certificated Airline Transport Pilot and Flight Instructor. Former Space Port board member and executive. Trained, FAA certificated, Airline Transport Pilot and flight instructor. Extensive knowledge in training pilots, flight operations... Learn More ›

Steven J Meyers (DVI Aviation)
Dr. Meyers is an experienced aircraft accident investigator, and has work experience as an engineer, pilot, and mechanic. He's an adjunct aviation instructor at Lewis University, and teaches courses pertaining to Applied Aircraft Accident Investigations.... Learn More ›

Captain/Colonel (USMC) J. F. Joseph (Joseph Aviation Consulting)
Joseph Aviation Consulting (JAC), offers over 50 years of worldwide aviation experience. This level of expertise includes nearly 30,000 flight hours in over 85 models of aircraft ranging from General Aviation to High-Performance Military and Air Carrier.... Learn More ›

Kit Darby (KitDarby.com Aviation Consulting, LLC)
Nationally recognized airline pilot career expert. 30 years experience in pilot applications, selection, and training. Career value expert - pay, benefits, and retirement. Author of an annual airline pilot salary survey and numerous pilot career value... Learn More ›

Alan D Black (adbForensics)
Alan Black PE, CSP, CFI-A has over 40 years of professional experience in concept development, engineering, safety analysis, inspection and testing of amusement park show, ride and stunt equipment, military cockpit display systems, trampoline courts,... Learn More ›
Robson Forensic, Inc.
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Robson Forensic is a national leader in expert witness consulting, providing technical expertise across many fields within engineering, architecture, science, and a broad range of specialty disciplines. We...
Kathleen Lord-Jones (Robson Forensic Inc.)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Kathleen Lord-Jones Aviation Cabin Safety Expert Kathleen Lord- Jones is well respected in aviation industry as an authority on cabin safety. Throughout her career she has been instrumental in developing...
Andrea Merrill (Medsurity Experts)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Andrea Merrill, MD is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine and a Surgical Oncologist at Boston Medical Center. She is board certified by the American Board...
Brian A. Darr, P.E. IAAI-FIT(V), CFEI (Quality Forensic Engineering, LLC)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Mr. Darr has extensive experience with tire failure analysis, fire investigation, vehicle accident reconstruction, and product failure investigation. He has over 25 years of experience with tires including...
ForensisGroup, Inc. (The Expert of Experts)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: For over 30 years, ForensisGroup has provided the nation’s top law firms, businesses, insurance companies, government entities with highly qualified expert witnesses and consultants. Experts referred by...
Consolidated Consultants
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Consolidated Consultants (CCc) continues to deliver high quality expert witness and medical expert witness referrals nationwide since 1995. CCc is the only referral service where you can view the full,...
Augustine F. Ubaldi, P.E. (Robson Forensic Inc.)
Location: Multiple Locations
Areas of Expertise: Gus brings more than 19 years railroad engineering experience with various public and private entities along with 20 + years experience as an airport engineer specializing in design and construction. As...
Aviation FAQs

What is an aviation expert witness?

An aviation expert witness is a professional who may be called upon to provide their expertise in cases involving aviation accidents, air traffic control incidents, design and manufacturing defects, aviation regulation, and other areas related to aviation.

What is the role of an aviation expert witness?

The job of an aviation expert witness is to provide testimony during a trial that is based on their expertise in the field of aviation. This could include testimony about the cause of an aviation accident, the safety of an aviation facility, or the design of an aircraft.

How much can a person make as an aviation expert witness?

Aviation expert witnesses may charge anywhere from $150 to $400 or more per hour, depending on such factors as their level of expertise, knowledge, location, and availability. The exact fee is negotiated between the expert and the attorney involved in the case.

What are the qualifications of an aviation expert witness?

An aviation expert witness should have a strong background in aviation, including aircraft design, operation, and maintenance, as well as excellent communication and report writing skills, to effectively present their expertise in court.

In legal proceedings, how is evidence gathered by an aviation expert witness?

An aviation expert witness gathers evidence through various means such as reviewing documents, conducting investigations, analyzing data, and providing expert opinions based on their knowledge and experience in the aviation industry.

What type of cases typically require the testimony of an aviation expert witness?

Cases involving aviation accidents, pilot error, air traffic control negligence, aircraft design or maintenance defects, and aviation regulations often require the testimony of an aviation expert witness.