Welcome to EAO Consulting
NYC-Area Based Aviation Consulting
Specializing in Future-Forward Solutions
Welcome to EAO Consulting
NYC-Area Based Aviation Consulting
Specializing in Future-Forward Solutions
About EAO
What We Do
With over three decades of aviation industry experience, EAO Consulting provides expert insight and services around various aviation topics including eVTOL Consulting, VFR Operations, Noise Abatement, Flight Planning, among many others areas of expertise.
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Who We Are
EAO founder Richie Smith has 35 years of experience in the aviation industry in various capacities. Richie spent the first 10 years of his career at JFK International Airport as both an Air Traffic Controller and a Traffic Management Coordinator. The majority of his career he spent at the New York TRACON (N90) where he served as co-lead on a number of FAA programs, as well as represented NATCA both regionally and nationally. Richie maintains his knowledge of current air traffic issues and changes as an instructor of new air traffic control trainees at the NY TRACON. His strong leadership skills combined with experience with the latest technology make him the go-to professional when it comes to substantial knowledge in the field.
Richie has an extensive success record in Safety & Technology, Research & Development, Training, and Education. Additionally, his experience includes involvement in all program stages: Design, Development, Deployment, Implementation, and Risk Analysis -- all while being committed to a strong collaborative work process. As a consultant, Richie brings that experience and industry acumen to clients through EAO Consulting's various services.
TESTIMONIALS FOR EAO CONSULTING
"As I began working with Richie, on many diverse facility teams, I was impressed with his vast technical knowledge and expertise across multiple disciplines of Air Traffic Control. He demonstrated, on numerous occasions, an uncanny ability to analyze a given scenario and identify potential risks which, left unaddressed, would have adverse effects on safety and a negative impact on National Airspace System (NAS).
I, and my colleagues, developed a great appreciation for how Richie, shortly after exposure to a new idea or technology, would have a thorough understanding of the concept/technology and how it’s application would benefit the end user.
I am of the impression, that regardless of the project, Richie Smith, utilizing his vast knowledge of Air Traffic Control policy and procedures, his practical experience acquired while working at numerous Air Traffic Control facilities, including the New York TRACON (N90) some of the most complex airspace in the NAS) and his practice of giving 100% effort will ensure the success of the any project he becomes involved with. Not only will the project be a success, it will produce the best outcomes possible."
Nathan P. Flory
Support Manger (Ret.)
Atlanta TRACON (A80)
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"I’ve known Richie Smith for almost 20 years and have had the opportunity to work alongside him on multiple programs. Richie is recognized as a highly motivated, energetic professional with a positive attitude, integrity, and willingness to be part of the solution. He is an over achiever that can identify problems, develop solutions, and assist in completing the task.
Richie has excellent written and verbal communication skills, is extremely organized, can work independently, and is able to effectively multi-task to ensure all projects are completed in a timely manner. He works effectively and has an excellent rapport with all. His services would be an asset to any project/program."
D. Ellenberger
Former NATCA Project Lead
Sr. ATC Operations Specialist Regulus Group
