Boeing has named Penny Burtt as the new President of the company’s Southeast Asia business, effective July 3rd. Based in Singapore, Burtt will oversee Boeing’s strategy and operations as the company expands its regional presence. She will also serve as Director and Chair of Boeing Singapore Pte. Ltd. and President Director of PT. Boeing Indonesia.
IAE International Aero Engines AG (IAE), a multinational consortium including shareholders such as RTX’s Pratt & Whitney, Pratt & Whitney Aero Engines International GmbH, Japanese Aero Engines Corporation, and MTU Aero Engines AG, has announced the appointment of Kelly Horan as its new President. Horan takes over from Kim Kinsley, who has held the position
Vallair, the mature aircraft asset specialist dedicated to supporting operators and lessors, has released that François Fermaut has assumed the role of Sales and Business Development Manager for the aerostructures and engines divisions based in Châteauroux, France. Fermaut will be responsible for expanding awareness of Vallair’s expert repair capabilities with a team that has grown
flydocs, a digital records and asset management solution provider for the aviation industry, has appointed Andy Smith as its Chief Commercial Officer and a member of the flydocs leadership team. Smith, an international sales and marketing professional, joins flydocs with over 27 years of strong business development, leadership and customer-centric experience. His extensive career includes
Jackson Square Aviation (JSA), a full-service commercial aircraft lessor, has announced that Jack Diskin has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Head of Risk, effective June 1, 2024. Having joined JSA last year, Diskin brings a global perspective to risk management, has demonstrated strong leadership skills, and shown great enthusiasm in supporting JSA’s high-growth business.
CTS Engines (CTS), an independent jet engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider, has named Bill Kircher, currently Executive Vice Chairman of CTS, to the expanded role of Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice Chairman. He succeeds Vesa Paukkeri, who will be transitioning to the role of Chief Commercial Officer, based in Helsinki, Finland, to
West Star Aviation has released that after an extensive succession planning process, Stephen Maiden has been named as the new CEO, while Allen McReynolds, the current Chief Operating Officer, will also take on the role of President, overseeing all West Star operations. Jim Rankin, who has led the company as CEO since 2018, has been
Irene Esteves is set to take over the role of Chief Financial Officer at Spirit AeroSystems, stepping into the shoes of Mark Suchinski who has held the position since 2017. Esteves brings a wealth of experience to the role, having held various executive positions in finance and strategy across different industries. Her appointment reflects Spirit
StandardAero has announced the appointment of Kim Ernzen as Chief Operating Officer. Reporting directly to Russell Ford, StandardAero’s Chairman and CEO, Ernzen will oversee global operational performance, efficiency, engineering and supply chain management. She will also manage StandardAero’s Engine Services and Component Repair Services divisions, ensuring close oversight of the company’s overall business performance. Ernzen
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that Pieter Elbers, CEO of IndiGo, has commenced his role as Chair of the IATA Board of Governors (BoG). His one-year tenure began at the end of the 80th IATA Annual General Meeting in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on June 3, 2024. Elbers, the 82nd Chair of
