IBA, the aviation intelligence and advisory company, has announced two senior promotions within its Technical and Asset Management division, alongside the forthcoming retirement of Technical Director Paul Brooker at the end of March 2026. Denis Brailsford has been promoted to Head of Technical and Asset Management. Since joining IBA in 2021, he has led the
FL Technics Wheels and Brakes has appointed Vytautas Jankauskas as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Vytautas brings extensive international leadership experience to the role, most recently serving as CEO of BAA Training Vietnam, where he led organisational growth and operational improvements. His appointment reinforces FL Technics Wheels and Brakes’ commitment to operational excellence and
Aergo Capital has promoted Aengus Whelan to Chief Commercial Officer, expanding his responsibilities to lead the company’s global commercial strategy. Whelan joined Aergo in 2024 as Chief Trading Officer, where he oversaw aircraft acquisitions and sales and played a key role in strengthening the company’s trading platform. In his new role, he will take responsibility
SMBC Aero Engine Lease B.V. has announced the appointment of Stephen O’Dwyer as Chief Commercial Officer at SAEL, effective March 2026. O’Dwyer brings extensive experience in the aircraft and engine leasing sector, with a strong track record in commercial strategy and in building relationships with airlines and OEMs. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice
GA Telesis (GAT) has appointed Asif Alikhan as Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial & Revenue Officer of its Flight Solutions Group (FSG) business unit. Alikhan moves into the role from within the GA Telesis organisation, where he previously held a senior commercial leadership position at GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES). In his new role,
Pentagon 2000 has promoted Guy Danon, previously Managing Director Europe, to Global Head of Sales and Marketing — a move that reflects the company’s strategy of developing internal talent to lead its global growth. Building on Pentagon 2000’s ongoing international expansion, including the establishment of its European headquarters in Paris, France, Guy Danon will now
Sébastien Kubler has assumed the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) at JCB Aero, part of AMAC Aerospace Switzerland, marking the successful completion of the planned transition in the company’s operational leadership. AMAC Aerospace has confirmed that the transition process has now been finalised, ensuring continuity across JCB Aero’s operational and engineering activities. This development
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, has announced changes to its board leadership with the appointment of Juichi Hirasawa, currently Representative Director and Senior Executive Vice President, as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He will succeed Shinichi Inoue on April 1, 2026, on which date, Inoue will assume the role of Senior Advisor
Duncan Aviation has confirmed the promotion of Scott Stoki to Vice President of Engine Operations. A highly experienced professional with a strong technical foundation and many years at the company, Stoki’s elevation reflects Duncan Aviation’s ongoing focus on delivering advanced MRO services and sector-leading expertise to aircraft operators. Stoki takes over from Doug Alleman, who
oneworld has appointed experienced aviation executive Ole Orvér as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He will join the alliance on April 1, 2026. A Swedish national, Orvér brings more than 20 years’ industry experience. He most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer at oneworld member Finnair, where he led a transformation of the airline’s
