Russell Spackman
About Russell Spackman
Russell Spackman serves as the General Manager at GasTOPS Halifax Service Centres, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in the aerospace field, having worked in various roles at IMP Aerospace for over a decade.
Work at Gastops
Russell Spackman has served as General Manager at Gastops since 2015. In this role, he oversees service repairs and overhauls on various components at the GasTOPS Halifax Service Centres. The facility is recognized as a specialized FLIR Service Centre for Optical Imaging and also functions as a Breeze Eastern Service Centre for Rescue Hoists and Cargo Hook & Suspension systems. His leadership contributes to the operational efficiency and service quality of the organization.
Previous Experience at IMP Aerospace
Prior to his current position, Russell Spackman held multiple roles at IMP Aerospace. He worked as the Avionics Production Manager from 2011 to 2012 and served as the Senior Maintenance Manager from 2012 to 2015. His responsibilities included being the Person Responsible for Maintenance under TCCA AMO 5-99 and 7-94 NDT. Additionally, he managed operations in various capacities, including as the Manager of 8 Building Operations and as the USN H-3 and Sea King Production Manager from 2001 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Russell Spackman has a solid educational background in aerospace and engineering. He studied at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace and Engineering from 1978 to 1980 and also attended Dalhousie University. Furthermore, he completed studies at Nova Scotia Community College. His education has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the aviation maintenance field.
Professional Affiliations
Russell Spackman is a member of the A.M.E. Association (Atlantic), which connects aviation maintenance professionals in the Atlantic region. He also serves as the Director of Maintenance for AMO 01-10, a Transport Canada approved organization that specializes in Avionics, Components, and Instruments. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to the aviation maintenance industry.