Kevin Martin

Director of Technology & Innovation, Adjunct Professor

Education

M.S. – Master of Science in Aeronautics
B.S. – Bachelor of Science, Aeronautics

Biography

Kevin Martin serves as Director of Technology and Innovation as well as an Adjunct Professor of aeronautics at Liberty. Kevin is an Eagle Scout and started out his career in automotive technology earning ASE certifications and working at the dealership of Ford Motor Company. Kevin has served Liberty University School of Aeronautics since 2009 fulfilling many different roles. Building the Simulator program, Flight Instructor, Check Instructor, Simulator Technology, Director and FAA National Simulator Program (NSP) representative. Currently Kevin is serving as the Director of Technology and Innovation serving the entire School of Aeronautics. Kevin has a passion for working on airshows, restoring military vehicles, and providing hands-on experience to history for the next generation.

Certifications

Kevin holds Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor Instrument, Part 107 UAS Certified Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Restricted Radio Operator License, Technician Radio Operator License (KN4LEC). Frasca Factory Certified (AATD, FTD) ALSIM Certified. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified.

Professional or Notable Memberships

Airplane Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA) International Council of Airshows (ICAS), The National Association for Amateur Radio (ARRL)

Courses Taught

Aviation Flight, Private, Instrument, Commercial, Certified Flight Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor Instrument. Aviation History (AVIA 304) OSHA Training, Frasca training, Advanced vehicle maneuvering, Survival training, canoeing instructor training, Emergency Preparedness.

Research Interests

Transference effectiveness of technology-based training and methodology.