David Alam has been the Managing Director of UAS Aviation Services Australia since 2018 and Airborne Geo Exploration - AirGeoX, a role he has held since 2019 and now, most recently, AirGeo Exploration & Discovery - AirGeo. David is leading the company’s transformation into an Australian specialist in advanced airborne geophysical and environmental intelligence services with the initial AirGeo MagBird Systems development.

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With a professional background spanning UAV aviation, engineering, and commercial leadership, David combines hands‑on operational experience with system‑level technical oversight and long‑term business strategy. He is a CASA‑accredited Chief Remote Pilot and aircraft owner‑operator, with operational experience across UAV helicopter, multirotor, VTOL fixed‑wing, and long‑range autonomous platforms.

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In addition to his executive leadership role, David acts as Chief Engineer and Technical Lead for the MagBird® development program, overseeing the architecture and integration of airborne magnetic survey systems. This includes sensor integration, navigation and positioning, power systems, flight platforms, and end‑to‑end data workflows.

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The MagBird program reflects David’s focus on building robust, Australian‑designed technology that performs reliably in real‑world operating environments and meets the expectations of exploration companies, environmental managers, and government stakeholders.

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Strategically, David’s work is focused on the long‑term evolution of AirGeoX into AirGeo - expanding capability beyond data acquisition toward decision‑ready insight, supporting applications such as mineral exploration, environmental baseline and rehabilitation studies, infrastructure planning, and public‑sector geoscience initiatives.

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He is recognised for a values‑led, ethical, and practical leadership style, with a strong commitment to engineering fundamentals, aviation safety, and long‑term client relationships. A lifelong passion for aviation underpins his approach to system design, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.