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Dave Nelson joined Global Aerospace in 1983 as a Claims Adjuster in the Chicago Branch Office. He was promoted to Senior Claims Representative in 1987 and to Claims Manager in March of 1999.

Dave graduated from Western Michigan University in 1978 with a B.S. degree in Aviation Management and Technology. He received a Masters Degree in Aeronautical Science with specialization in Aviation/Aerospace Management and Aviation/Aerospace Operations through Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Distant Learning Program in 2000. Dave has completed the University of Southern California Aircraft and Gas Turbine Accident Investigation program and the Allison 250 Series II Engine Maintenance program. He was a member of the aviation industry safety study team that authored the General Aviation Technically Advanced Aircraft FAA-Industry Study 2003 final report.

Dave is also a member of the International Society of Air Safety Investigators, Experimental Aircraft Association, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and the National Association of Flight Instructors.

Dave holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate with airplane and instrument ratings and a Flight Instructor's Certificate (airplane, ground and instrument). Prior to joining Global Aerospace he was employed by the FAA as an Air Traffic Controller at the Chicago Enroute Air Traffic Control Center. Dave is the Chicago Branch Office check airman and Director of Flight Operations for our Chicago Branch Office aircraft.