David Randolph Thrift - Mechanic, Dispatcher, Ground Instructor

David Thrift is an FAA-certified aircraft mechanic, ground instructor, and aviation professional based in Madison, AL. David Randolph Thrift holds an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic certificate. An A&P certificate is the most comprehensive FAA mechanic certification, authorizing the holder to inspect, maintain, and repair both aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, control surfaces, landing gear) and engines (reciprocating, turbine, and turboprop powerplants). A&P mechanics are qualified to perform the broadest range of aircraft maintenance, including annual inspections when combined with an Inspection Authorization (IA). David holds a Ground Instructor certificate. This certificate authorizes the holder to provide ground training for pilot certification and endorsements. David holds a certificate of type D. The FAA airman records for David Thrift are tracked and verified by AviatorDB.