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Thomas H. Chappell
President & CEO of Chappell Smith & Associates, Inc.
Tom Chappell is the President and CEO of Chappell, Smith & Associates, Inc., the parent company of CS&A Insurance. A graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, Tom is a member of the international Aviation Insurance Association, as well as several local and national professional organizations. He has served on various boards and insurance company advisory councils. Having been in this specialized field for over 30 years, he is considered one of the industry's foremost authorities on aviation insurance. His articles are published in numerous aviation trade publications dealing with aircraft operations and the changing trends in aviation insurance. Tom was honored to serve on an advisory panel for the National Academy of Sciences advising NASA on their "Small Aircraft Transportation System Initiative." He has distinguished himself in the area of aviation risk management and in the placement of insurance for high performance aircraft. He works extensively with FBO's, maintenance facilities, flight schools and service organizations, as well as regional airlines. He is respected as a speaker in the area of aviation insurance and risk management and frequently participates in aviation seminars.
