Textron Aviation has promoted Brett Pierson to the role of Senior Vice President, Defense and Special Missions, which includes serving as President and CEO of Textron Aviation Defense. Pierson previously served as Vice President, Defense Strategy and Sales, and will succeed Tom Hammoor who is retiring after serving in this leadership role for the past seven
Embraer has reported the beginning of the transition process of the company’s Defense and Security leadership, stating that the president and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security, Jackson Schneider, has decided he will leave the company in April 2023, when his term with the company ends. For the position, the company has appointed the current
Guillermo Medina Moralejo will join Wiremind Cargo on December 1, 2022, as its Vice President Business Development, responsible for sales, commercial strategy and marketing functions. Medina Moralejo was educated in the United Kingdom, and has spent the past six years in Asia, predominantly in Hong Kong where he will remain based in his new function
Chapman Freeborn, a global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed David Tasker as Director – Government & Humanitarian. Tasker brings over 30 years of logistics experience to the role, including six years as Vice President Global Defence at DB Schenker and 13 years as Head of DSCOM, where he was
Wencor has released that seven of its MRO facilities have received ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB) AS9110 certificates of registration. This represents a significant milestone in Wencor’s company-wide commitment to quality. This certification places Absolute Aviation, Accessory Technologies, Aerospace Coatings International, Fortner Engineering, PHS Aviation, Silver Wings Aerospace and Soundair Aviation Services in a select
International aircraft leasing company Avolon has released that Doug Keatinge has joined the company as Head of Communications. Keatinge will be responsible for leading Avolon’s corporate and financial communications. He has over 20 years’ experience in public relations and journalism, most recently as a Partner at Murray Group, a leading PR consultancy. Keatinge has also
Aircraft Finance Germany has announced that Fei Chen has joined AFG as SVP Commercial, China. Chen joins Aircraft Finance Germany after an accomplished career spanning over two decades in the aviation industry. He brings to AFG his vast experience in airline operations and aircraft leasing. Chen started his aviation career in 2002 with Hainan Airlines
APOC Aviation has appointed experienced aviation professional, Tracey Downes, as Head of Component Sales. Having previously held senior positions at Aerospace Asset Trading and Nova Systems, Downes has a wealth of experience in the USM market, as well as detailed knowledge of airframe and engine disassembly. In this ‘hands on’ role, her key responsibilities will
Chapman Freeborn, the global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed Anthony Ciobanu as Business Development Executive at its new office located in Perth, Western Australia. Anthony brings 15 years of aviation industry experience to Chapman Freeborn, beginning his career at Dnata Airport Services as Ramp Supervisor and Charters Coordinator. Soon
Lockheed Martin has released that Michael Williamson will be the new Senior Vice President of Global Business Development & Strategy. The appointment is effective November 1. Williamson is currently Vice President and General Manager for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), where he leads operational excellence, a diverse portfolio of products and business enabling initiatives. He
