Dave has spent decades operating boats on and near Coastal Waterways. Primary areas of operation include the Florida Keys, Bahamas, and for the last 5 years – the BVI’s. Dave has had a long career as a Commercial Pilot flying large aircrafts to the Far East, Europe, and North and South America. Dave has managed crews as a Captain of up to 15 members to transport passengers around the world. With safety and professionalism always at the forefront, he is accident free in both marine and aviation operations. His devotion to excellence lead him to his career as a Federal Flight Deck Officer for 15 years.
On the water, Dave has been recognized by The Nature Conservancy for volunteer work completed for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. He worked for many years on the Under Water Survey of the Upper Florida Keys. This survey was done using SCUBA equipment to inventory diminished Pillar Coral Sites, archaeological Shipwrecks (ballast piles), cannons, anchors and any underwater artifacts of interest.
• United States Coast Guard Master 100 GRT
• STCW 10
• A lifetime of boating experience
• Retired Airline Captain Boeing 777
• PADI Rescue Diver
• Deputized Federal Flight Deck Officer (retired)
• Raised as a Cowboy on a ranch in Nevada
