Mark is a seasoned aviation professional with more than two decades of experience across military and civilian sectors.He holds an Airline Transport Pilot License (Helicopter) with multi-engine and instrument ratings and has accumulated over 6,500 flight hours. His flying career spans offshore oil and gas, search and rescue, tourism, VIP/corporate transport, aerial filming, and utility operations. Known for his versatility and safety-driven approach, he also holds multiple type ratings across diverse mission profiles.Complementing his operational background, Mark holds academic qualifications in Aviation Management and Information Design, strengthening his expertise in both technical and commercial aviation domains. He has served in leadership roles including Safety Post Holder and Business Development Manager and sits on the Board of the Gulf Flight Safety Association, where he advocates for improved safety standards in vertical aviation.Mark is the Managing Partner and Founder of Unified Aviation, operating in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. His focus on innovation and sustainability led to the development of the Modular Environmentally Sustainable Helipad (MESH) system—an industry-first platform designed to modernize helipad infrastructure and enhance safety as the industry prepares for next-generation air mobility.