15-Oct-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham has appointed Victoria Pender to the position of Executive Vice President (EVP), Communications, with effect from 30 September 2013. Victoria brings to Cobham more than 20 years of business experience and a strong background in leadership and change management, providing strategic counsel to companies operating in sensitive, regulated environments. Operating from the Group’s Wimborne,... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: Greenwich AeroGroup
Greenwich AeroGroup has hired Jim Meier as its new Vice President of Government Business Development. In his new role, Jim will lead the government market and business development strategies for Greenwich AeroGroup. Meier has held various roles during his 33 years in the industry including positions in operations, marketing, business development, contracts, program management and... Read more
10-Oct-2013Source: BLR Aerospace
Colleen M. Back has accepted the assignment of Business Aviation Market Segment Champion for BLR Aerospace. Responsible for BLR’s global network of authorized dealers, Back will focus on the future structure and policies needed to ensure continued growth. Back launched her sales and marketing career at the Proctor & Gamble Company. Her interest in aviation... Read more
8-Oct-2013Source: Gulf Coast Avionics
Rick Garcia, President of Gulf Coast Avionics Corporation, has announced the appointment of John Gauch as Vice President of Sales, effective immediately. In making the announcement, Garcia said, “We are excited to add John Gauch to our management team. He is an experienced aviation professional with a proven track record in a variety of managerial... Read more
6-Oct-2013Source: Avinco
Effective October 1st, Aubrey Point replaced Peter Dahm as Vice President Helicopters at AVINCO. Peter Dahm has been winding down his work with AVINCO to conclude his career with a consultancy activity. He will continue to support AVINCO’s Helicopter team with a project based advisory role. Aubrey Point, who has been with AVINCO since 2006,... Read more
6-Oct-2013Source: Aviation Search Group
Aviation Search Group, an executive style, direct-placement search firm dedicated to the aviation and aerospace industries, announced the promotion of Jason Zelenak to Sales Manager. In his new role, Zelenak will be responsible for continuing customer support and identifying new business opportunities. Zelenak has a degree in Secondary Education and Social Science from the University of... Read more
4-Oct-2013Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter has named Samuel Adcock to the position of Vice President – General Manager of the company’s helicopter production plant in Columbus, Miss. Adcock will assume his new role October 7. He will oversee all operations at the Mississippi plant, will be a member of the American Eurocopter Executive Committee and report directly to President and... Read more
1-Oct-2013Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), a leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry, announced today that it has appointed Steve Predmore Vice President and Chief Safety Officer responsible for providing leadership and technical expertise to Bristow’s global operations related to safety, safety auditing, health and environmental matters. Bristow President and CEO Bill... Read more
25-Sep-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of Rostec State Corporation, announces that the Board of Directors today appointed Alexander Mikheev as CEO of the Company. Alexander Mikheev previously served as Deputy CEO of Rosoboronexport. Russian Helicopters’ outgoing CEO Dmitry Petrov will continue to work within Rostec. “Russian Helicopters’ new leadership team has been tasked with strengthening... Read more
24-Sep-2013Source: Milestone Aviation
Milestone Aviation Group, the global leader in helicopter leasing, announced today that Peter Bull, the highly-regarded industry veteran and risk and asset management expert, has joined the Group’s Advisory Board. Richard Santulli, Milestone’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are delighted that Peter has joined our Advisory Board. Asset and risk management are the... Read more
23-Sep-2013Source: Waypoint Leasing
Waypoint Leasing (Ireland) Limited (“Waypoint”), a leading global helicopter leasing company, today announced the appointment of six individuals to its management team who bring key expertise to support Waypoint’s ongoing growth, including: Robert Van de Vuurst, General Counsel; Peter Dahm, Strategic Accounts Executive; Dave Gorsky, Vice President of Operations and Technical; Ken Dowling, Vice President... Read more
19-Sep-2013Source: LCI
Experienced industry executive Mark Kelly has been appointed Vice President – Marketing at Lease Corporation International (LCI). With a particular focus on the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions, he brings his combined years as a senior executive in the sector as well as his extensive helicopter piloting experience to both LCI and its leasing customers. Joining... Read more
19-Sep-2013Source: StandardAero
StandardAero announced that Russell Ford has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company. Ford joins StandardAero from Precision Castparts Corporation, where he recently served as President of Carlton Forge Works and Dickson Test Group of the Forged Products Division. Ford begins his new role on October 15. “Russell brings nearly 30 years... Read more
13-Sep-2013Source: UTC
United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) announced today that David Gitlin has been named President of the Aircraft Systems business segment of UTC Aerospace Systems, effective immediately and reporting to Alain Bellemare, President & CEO, UTC Propulsion & Aerospace Systems. Gitlin succeeds Curtis Reusser who is leaving to pursue his career outside of UTC. [HeliHub.com editor note – see Esterline names new... Read more
13-Sep-2013Source: Esterline
Esterline Corporation, a leading specialty manufacturer serving global aerospace and defense markets, today announced that Curtis Reusser, President of United Technologies’ multi-billion dollar Aircraft Systems business, will succeed Brad Lawrence as Esterline’s President and Chief Executive Officer, and be elected to its Board of Directors effective October 28, 2013. Lawrence will continue as Esterline’s Executive... Read more
11-Sep-2013Source: HealthONE
Today, HealthONE, the parent company of AIRLIFE Denver, a critical care transport service covering the Rocky Mountain Region, announced that Hollie Seeley will begin as Assistant Vice President (AVP) on September 23. As AVP of AIRLIFE Denver, Seeley will provide leadership and operational management to the AIRLIFE Denver medical transport system, which includes multiple bases,... Read more
10-Sep-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ:EAC)(“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that Eric K. Struik has agreed to join the Company’s leadership team as its new Chief... Read more
8-Sep-2013Source: Rebtech
Night vision leader REBTECH has announced that Curtis Arnold has joined the company as the Completions Manager and will be based in Bedford, Texas. Arnold’s primary responsibility will be to manage the project completions in addition to providing technical support and expertise for the company’s innovative night vision and lighting programs.In addition to holding an... Read more
4-Sep-2013Source: UTC
United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) announced today that Paul R. Adams, currently chief operating officer of Pratt & Whitney, will succeed David P. Hess as president of Pratt & Whitney on Jan. 1, 2014, when Hess retires. Adams will report to UTC Propulsion & Aerospace Systems President & Chief Executive Officer Alain M. Bellemare. “I am pleased to announce these important leadership... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: Helivia Aero Taxi
Helivia Aero Taxi, S.A., a Greenwich AeroGroup company, announced today it has hired Wilson da Silva Rocha as its new Chief Pilot. Over the past nine years, Wilson worked in the offshore aviation industry as a type rating instructor for the S76 at Líder Taxi Aereo supporting their operation in Vitoria. Prior to that, he... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter, the leading U.S. provider of commercial helicopters, has named Fernando Lombo as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. His first day with the company was September 3. “We are extremely pleased to have Fernando join the American Eurocopter team,” said American Eurocopter President and Chief Executive Marc Paganini. “Fernando’s experience with Airbus and EADS make him... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today new additions to its Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Effective immediately, Gunnar Kleveland will assume the role of senior vice president, Integrated Operations, Dr. Cathy Ferrie will serve as senior vice president, Engineering and Matt Hasik will take on the position of senior vice president, Commercial... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: NY TImes
Lynn Tilton has confirmed an inquiry about the hiring of Col. Norbert E. Vergez. See full story... Read more
28-Aug-2013Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics, Inc. announced that Perri Coyne has joined Aspen Avionics as the Director of Marketing Operations. With in-depth experience in the aviation industry, Coyne will direct Aspen’s marketing communications programs as well as partner with Aspen’s sales team to integrate global sales and marketing initiatives. Coyne will report to Brad Hayden, Vice President of Marketing. Coyne comes to Aspen Avionics from Beechcraft Corporation... Read more
25-Aug-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ: EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers, and the vertically-integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful heavy-lift Erickson S-64 Aircrane helicopter, announced today that it has appointed Dr. Michael D. New as the Company’s Vice President of... Read more
19-Aug-2013Source: ASU
As part of Aviation Specialties Unlimited’s, (ASU) global expansion and strategic growth plans for the future, ASU has hired former L-3 Warrior Systems Vice President of International Business Development Jim Winkel as its new President. Winkel, an industry veteran worked with L-3 for the last five years and helped spearhead ASU’s global distribution deal with... Read more
19-Aug-2013Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), has named veteran executive Mark Brandenhoff to lead the company’s integrated sales team in the newly created position of Global Director of Sales. A 13-year veteran of Donaldson Company, Brandenhoff will further unify the sales efforts of recently acquired business units with those... Read more
13-Aug-2013Source: Aviall
Edward P. Dolanski has been named president and CEO of Aviall, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Dolanski joined Aviall in 2007 as senior vice president of operations and was promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO) in January 2010. As executive vice president and COO, Dolanski was responsible for... Read more
2-Aug-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins announced today that its board of directors elected company President Kelly Ortberg, 53, to the additional role of CEO, effective immediately. He has also been appointed to the company’s Board of Directors and to the Board’s Executive Committee. Ortberg succeeds Clay Jones, 64, who retired as CEO after nearly 34 years with the... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: Dallas Avionics
Dallas Avionics announced today the company hired Tonya Salatino as the Northeast United States and Canada Outside Sales Representative. In Salatino’s new role with the company she will be responsible for sales and support for 15 states in the Northeast part of the U.S. and Canada. Salatino is a graduate from Penn State University with... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: Royal Air Force
Air Chief Marshal Sir Andrew Pulford KCB CBE ADC RAF a former Wessex and Chinook pilot has taken over as Chief of the Air Staff – the most senior RAF Officer and first helicopter pilot ever to be professional head of the Royal Air Force. He has taken command of the RAF from Air Chief... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced that Jason Johnson has joined Bell Helicopter as director, Sales and Customer Support. In this role, Johnson is responsible for the Bell Helicopter Customer Support and Services (CSS) Sales and Customer Support activities worldwide. “We are very pleased to have Jason join our team,” said Eric... Read more
30-Jul-2013Source: Spectrum Aeromed
Spectrum Aeromed announces a new hire as Project Coordinator and three employee promotions. Rammie Olson joins the company in a newly created position as project coordinator. In this new role, Olson will guide projects from the initial sale to delivery and will serve as the primary liaison to customers. She will coordinate the activities of... Read more
29-Jul-2013Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane Incorporated (NASDAQ:EAC) (“Erickson” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of aviation services to a diverse mix of commercial and government customers and the vertically integrated manufacturer and operator of the powerful, heavy-lift helicopter, the Erickson S-64 Aircrane, today announced that Santiago Crespo, a highly experienced and accomplished executive, has agreed to join... Read more
24-Jul-2013Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce that Brian O’Flynn has joined SkyTrac’s executive team as Vice President of Sales. Reporting to the President, Brian will be responsible for leading the sales and marketing teams, expanding SkyTrac’s customer base, and growing corporate revenue to new levels. Brian joins SkyTrac with 25 years of aviation and business... Read more
22-Jul-2013Source: London’s Air Ambulance
We are delighted to announce that Mark Davies has been appointed as Director of Development at London’s Air Ambulance charity. Mark has a long and successful fundraising career, within the medical, health and education sectors, most recently as Assistant Director of Centre of the Cell and prior to this as Trust and Foundations Manager at Queen Mary,... Read more
19-Jul-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of State Corporation Rostec and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, announces that on 17 July the Board of Directors elected as its Chairman Vladimir Artyakov, Deputy CEO of Rostec. “Today Russian Helicopters is a leading helicopter producer on the global marketplace, and number one by sales... Read more
16-Jul-2013Source: Mid-Continent
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics has appointed Paul Ryan to the position of Operations Manager. Ryan will manage the company’s manufacturing operations and repair lab. He will focus on providing consistently high quality and on-time deliveries of new products and quick turnarounds for Mid-Continent’s extensive overhaul/exchange services. A graduate of the University of Missouri-Rolla with a... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Eurocopter
Norbert Ducrot has been appointed the President and CEO of Eurocopter China, positioning this experienced Asian region executive to lead Eurocopter’s Chinese affiliate. Ducrot’s new role is in addition to continuing his responsibilities as the Eurocopter Senior Vice President – North Asia (China, Korea, Japan). China is a key market for Eurocopter. The company holds... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Corporation (Vector – www.vectoraerospace.com), one of the world’s leading independent providers of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, is pleased to announce that Vector Aerospace – Helicopter Services North America (HSNA) has named Greg Mant as Regional Sales Manager for Eastern Canada. “We are very excited about Greg joining our team,” says Chris McDowell,... Read more
2-Jul-2013Source: Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin Corporation [NYSE: LMT] appointed Paul Lemmo, 47, senior vice president for Corporate Strategy and Business Development and a corporate officer, succeeding Patrick M. Dewar, newly named executive vice president of Lockheed Martin International. Lemmo will be responsible for global strategies and new business capture, and will lead the Lockheed Martin business development organization with... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: Turbomeca
Chantal Grésillion (55) ENSMA graduate, began his career at Dassault Aviation Office of Computational Structural Mechanics in 1982. She joined the Research Department of Turbomeca in 1986 as an engineer in mechanical analysis until 1990. She then became head of technical brand until 2000. It is the responsibility of the expert service from 2000 to 2003 and was appointed... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: Eurocopter
Currently Head of Strategy & Company Development, Matthieu Louvot has been appointed Head of Support & Services within Eurocopter. He will be reporting directly to Dominique Maudet, Head of Global Business & Services. After having begun his career as an inspector at the General Inspectorate of Finance in the French finance ministry, Matthieu Louvot, 38,... Read more
28-Jun-2013Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce that Jon Henderson has joined the SkyTrac team as Vice President of Finance & Administration. Jon will be working closely with President & CEO Malachi Nordine and SkyTrac’s Board of Directors to help drive the company’s success. Jon is a Chartered Accountant, originally from South Africa, who has invaluable... Read more
27-Jun-2013Source: Eurocopter Canada
The Eurocopter Canada Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Romain Trapp as the new Eurocopter Canada President & CEO. Romain joins Eurocopter Canada, headquartered in Fort Erie, Ontario from Grand Prairie, Texas, following a 5 year term as the Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer for American Eurocopter. “I am pleased to join Eurocopter Canada... Read more
26-Jun-2013Source: FlightSafety
“We are very pleased to announce that Chris Weinberg has been promoted to CIO,” said Ken Motschwiller, Senior Vice President & CFO. “Chris is a highly valued and capable member of our management team. His experience, commitment to excellence, leadership skills, and proven ability to develop and support FlightSafety’s Information Technology systems and processes made... Read more
26-Jun-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham has named Robert (Rob) Mullins to the position of Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions, replacing David Johnston, who has decided to leave the company. Rob will report directly to Cobham plc chief executive officer, Bob Murphy, and be based initially at the Group’s Corporate North America office in Arlington, Virginia,... Read more
23-Jun-2013Source: US Marine Corps
Sgt. Maj. Anthony P. Banks Sr. handed the sword of office to Sgt. Maj. Kevin S. Wiss, who became the sergeant major of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 366 during a ceremony here today. Banks retired during the same ceremony after 30 years of service in the Marine Corps. He began his career as a cannoneer... Read more
21-Jun-2013Source: Rotovue
Lt. Col. Brian C. Smith relinquished command of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261 to Lt. Col. Kelvin W. Gallman during a change of command ceremony at the squadron’s hangar aboard Marine Corps Air Station New River, June 7. see full story There is an official profile of Lieutenant Colonel Kelvin W. Gallman on the USMC website... Read more
13-Jun-2013Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Corporation (Vector – www.vectoraerospace.com), one of the world’s leading independent providers of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, is pleased to announce that Vector Aerospace Engine Services – Atlantic has named Clovis Martins as Sales and Service Manager for Brazil. “We are excited to make this announcement,” says Jeff Poirier, president of Vector... Read more
11-Jun-2013Source: Brightwater Partners
Brightwater Partners, LLC, is pleased to announce that Billy Mitchell has been appointed as VP of Operations at two of their portfolio companies: OAS Aircraft Support and OAS’ Alabama-based sister company, Alabama Aircraft Support (AAS). Based in Lakeside, Arizona, OAS Aircraft Support was established in 2001 with a primary focus on the support of the... Read more
7-Jun-2013Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter announced that Steven D. Webster, a veteran of more than 28 years in the helicopter industry, has joined the company in the new position of Vice President Engineering and Flight Operations. “We are pleased to be able to add a person with Steve’s talent and experience to the American Eurocopter team,” said Marc... Read more
6-Jun-2013Source: E Travel Blackboard
Reaffirming its position as North Queensland’s leading helicopter tourism operator, Great Barrier Reef Helicopters is pleased to announce the appointment of a new head of its Customer Services department, David Howarth. (See Full Story)... Read more
6-Jun-2013Source: US Coast Guard
Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen received a new commanding officer Tuesday morning during the unit’s change of command ceremony at the base aircraft hangar in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Captain Patricia A. McFetridge, Air Station Borinquen’s new Commanding Officer, assumed command of the Coast Guard’s only aviation unit in the Caribbean, which is responsible for conducting... Read more
4-Jun-2013Source: AAR
AAR Welcomes Its Future CFO John FortsonAAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of value-added products and services to the worldwide aerospace, government and defense industries, today announced that John Fortson has joined the Company as Vice President of Finance. His start date comes one month earlier than previously announced. Mr. Fortson will become Vice... Read more
4-Jun-2013Source: Omniflight
Omniflight Helicopters, Inc., a leading national provider of air medical services, announced today that it named Geoffrey Coy to the newly created position of national sales director, effective immediately. In this position, Coy will be responsible for managing sales efforts across the company and working closely with each of Omniflight’s regional business development directors throughout... Read more
4-Jun-2013Source: FLIR Systems, Inc.
FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced changes to its executive management team. Thomas A. Surran has been appointed President of the Commercial Systems division, succeeding Andrew C. Teich, who was recently named FLIR’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Additionally, Jeffrey D. Frank has been promoted to the new role of Vice President, Global Product... Read more
31-May-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that Al Vetere has assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Formerly vice president, Financial Military Programs at Bell Helicopter, Vetere brings more than 30 years of experience and a strong reputation for developing talent to the position. “We are honored to have Al... Read more
24-May-2013Source: Avincis Group
Avincis Group (Avincis), a leading global provider of aerial services for mission critical operations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Manuel Lopez Aguilar as Regional CEO Western Europe with immediate effect. Manuel will also hold the position of Director General for INAER Spain. Based in Alicante, Spain, Manuel will be responsible for Avincis’ business... Read more
24-May-2013Source: Air BP
BP announced today that David Gilmour has been appointed Chief Executive of Air BP, the oil company’s aviation fuels business. David replaces Andy Holmes who has successfully led Air BP for three years. David has been Chief Operating Officer in Air BP since 2009, and has many years’ experience in the sector as well as... Read more
22-May-2013Source: Keystone Med-Flight
Keystone Med-Flight LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hawke Aerospace, has appointed Christopher Bassett as the company’s new Vice President of Operations. Chris Bassett is a well-known and respected aviation professional with over 25 years of experience in rotorcraft flight operations management. Bassett was most recently the vice president of operations for Air Methods Corporation.... Read more
20-May-2013Source: StandardAero
StandardAero has appointed Keow Keong (“KK”) Low as the new Asia Regional Sales Manager for StandardAero’s Helicopter Programs. Low will be responsible for providing marketing and service support on the Rolls-Royce M250 and the Rolls-Royce RR300 product lines for operators in the Asia-Pacific region. His territory will span from Russia & India to Japan and... Read more
14-May-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that Anthony Moreland will return to Bell Helicopter as managing director, North America. In this role, Moreland is responsible for all sales and marketing activities in the United States and Canada. “Anthony is a valuable addition to Bell Helicopter with extensive sales and marketing experience,... Read more
9-May-2013Source: CAA
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today announced that Mike Barnard has been appointed as General Aviation (GA) Programme Manager. Mike’s main role will be leading a programme to develop and implement policy on how the CAA regulates the GA sector in the future to ensure it is safe and the regulation is proportionate. Building... Read more
8-May-2013Source: BLR Aerospace
Keith Ray and Mike Sela have joined the growing rotorcraft sales and support team at BLR Aerospace, the company announced today. Ray, a 30-year aviation industry veteran, has been named commercial helicopter segment champion. Ray is responsible for sales of the company’s rotorcraft products, most notably the FastFin® Tail Rotor Enhancement and Stability System, to... Read more
8-May-2013Source: AAR CORP.
AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of value-added products and services to the worldwide aerospace, government and defense industries, today announced that John Fortson will join the Company on July 1, 2013, as Vice President of Finance. Fortson will then become Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer on July 19, 2013, or as... Read more
8-May-2013Source: ARHT
Auckland’s Westpac Recue Helicopter service has today named Greg Barrow as its next CEO. Announcing the appointment, Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust Chairman Murray Bolton says Mr Barrow comes into the role with a lifetime of aviation experience behind him. “In recent months we have undertaken a thorough and robust recruitment process and Greg has come... Read more
3-May-2013Source: HeliHub.com
The BHA have told us that their current Chairman Brian Humphries CBE, FRAeS is to retire on 1st June. He will be succeeded by Sir Christopher Coville KCB BA FCIPD FRAeS RAF. Sir Christopher served in the RAF as a fighter pilot, qualified on the Gazelle and Whirlwind and was a past Chairman of Westland... Read more
1-May-2013Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI) is pleased to announce that Mark Rigby has been named General Manager of its Global Aerospace & Defense group, effective May 1st. The Global Aerospace & Defense group provides advanced filtration solutions to market segments that include military wheeled and tracked vehicles, rotorcraft, military fixed-wing aircraft, commercial aircraft, general aviation... Read more
1-May-2013Source: American Eurocopter
Mike Spears has joined American Eurocopter as Senior Director, Lakota Production and Retrofit at its Columbus, Miss. production facility that produces theUH-72A Lakota helicopter. Spears replaces Fred Gerard, Senior Director of LUH Production, who is taking a leadership position with Airbus in Mobile, Ala. In his new position Spears will lead American Eurocopter’s team in continuing its record... Read more
24-Apr-2013Source: AHS International
AHS International – The Vertical Flight Technical Society – Chair of the Board Stephen D. Mundt, Vice President, Business Development, EADS North America, today announced the results of the society’s general elections for officers and directors for the period July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014. The AHS Board of Directors congratulates John Garrison, President... Read more
19-Apr-2013Source: Kaman
Kaman Corp. (NYSE: KAMN) today announced that Robert D. Starr, 45, has been appointed to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective as of July 1, 2013, upon the retirement of William C. Denninger, Executive Vice President and CFO, on June 30, 2013. Starr will report to Neal J. Keating,... Read more
17-Apr-2013Source: StandardAero
StandardAero announced it has appointed Rob Higby as Vice President, Sales & Marketing for StandardAero’s Airlines & Fleets (A&F) business. Higby will lead StandardAero’s A&F sales efforts on CFM56, CF34, PW100, PT6, PW600, AE3007 and a range of APU platforms. These products span commercial aviation, business aviation and military customers; all of which in 2012... Read more
9-Apr-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that Sameer Rehman will assume the role of director, International Trade Support for Commercial Sales and Marketing. In this newly created position, Rehman will assist with the expansion of Bell Helicopter’s globalization strategy. In his new role, Rehman will develop localized solutions and frameworks for... Read more
9-Apr-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that C.M. Hwang will assume the role of managing director of Commercial Sales, Asia Pacific. In this position, Hwang is responsible for all marketing and sales activities within Asia-Pacific as Bell Helicopter continues to expand its presence in the region. “C.M.’s extensive background in the... Read more