David Kelly | Keeping Skies Safe: The Challenge of Aviation Maintenance

Andrew Daddo interviews David Kelly, manager of QE Business Tech and Enablement at Qantas. The discussion covers David's extensive 35-year career at Qantas, including his initial aviation training in the Air Force and subsequent roles in aircraft engineering. David shares his experiences in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, detailing the challenges of parking and maintaining aircraft during lockdowns. He discusses the impact of the pandemic on Qantas' operations, the shift to digital logbooks, and efforts to integrate technology like augmented reality. The conversation underscores the crucial role of maintenance and reliability in keeping aviation running smoothly.