• AVM Mark Skidmore (left) at the controls of the RAAF Museum's Bristol Boxkite replica. (Department of Defence, CPL Colin Dadd)
    AVM Mark Skidmore (left) at the controls of the RAAF Museum's Bristol Boxkite replica. (Department of Defence, CPL Colin Dadd)
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Air Vice Marshall Mark Skidmore has been appointed as the new CASA Director of Aviation Safety (DAS).

The industry has been speculating over the identity of the new DAS since John McCormick announced his departure in February.

Skidmore is a former F-111 and Mirage pilot with the RAAF, rising to position of Air Commander Australia. He also served in the Middle East as Director of the Combined Air Operations Centre.

Chairman of the CASA Board, Dr Allan Hawke made the announcement today.

“Mark Skidmore brings a wealth of aviation experience to the position of Director of Aviation Safety at CASA,” he said.

“Mark has worked in civilian aviation as a test pilot, business development manager and company director. He has led large teams of operational, technical and administrative staff, providing leadership for operational, training and support functions.

“He led RAAF research and development squadrons and was promoted to Australia’s Air Commander, holding oversight for Australia’s air operations, and reaching the rank of Air Vice Marshal before retiring in 2012.

“The new Director of Aviation Safety was chosen after an international search for the best available person to further develop CASA as a world leader in aviation safety regulation.

“CASA’s Board has full confidence that under the leadership of Mark Skidmore Australia’s proud aviation safety record will be protected and enhanced.

“Mark is committed to working with the aviation industry and the general community to achieve the best possible safety outcomes.

“He understands safety is a shared responsibility with the aviation industry and will encourage and support the industry while at the same time ensuring the interests of the travelling public are protected."

Most recently, Skidmore piloted the RAAF Museum's Bristol Boxkite replica at Point Cook on its maiden flight, and served on the judging panel for the 2014 WINGS Awards. He also owns Globe GC-1B Swift VH-BYB.

 

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