26-Sep-2011Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter announced a major restructure and series of strategic appointments within its senior management team in Aberdeen to support the existing customer base and grow its key markets. Nick Mair was appointed regional vice president for the Western North Sea Division following the integration of CHC’s European and global operations into a single Helicopter Services Division.... Read more
26-Sep-2011Source: Aero Dynamix
Aero Dynamix Inc. is very proud to announce that long time test pilot Dwayne Williams has joined their growing team of night vision goggle professionals. “We are extremely pleased to announce that Dwayne has joined the team at Aero Dynamix†stated General Manager Dennis Trout. “He is truly one of the industry professionals that everyone... Read more
26-Sep-2011Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Fuhr to the position of President & CEO.  Steve joined SkyTrac Systems in September 2009 as Vice President and Director of Business Development.  Kathleen Wallace, former President & CEO commented, “Steve has the right mix of skills and is extremely dedicated, both as a leader, and as... Read more
15-Sep-2011Source: RLC
Today RLC, the largest privately-held helicopter operator in the Gulf of Mexico, announced the appointment of Dru Milke as CEO of RLC. Milke brings RLC a wealth of domestic and international management experience and a proven track record in both the offshore rotorcraft services and oil and gas industries. The company also recently named Larry... Read more
14-Sep-2011Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters is pleased to announce the promotions of Kurt Koehnke to vice president of Maintenance and Roy Toavs to director of Maintenance. The Aurora, Oregon-based company owns, operates and maintains the world’s largest private fleet of heavy-lift helicopters. “As part of our continuing effort to support our business challenges and growth, we are promoting... Read more
13-Sep-2011Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce that Mark Phillips has joined SkyTrac’s executive team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Working closely with the President and CEO, Mark will lead and manage all financial aspects of SkyTrac’s business activities. Mark has spent the past 25 years managing the Finance function for Northern Airborne Technology Ltd. (NAT), playing... Read more
9-Sep-2011Source: Phoenix Heliparts
Phoenix Heliparts, Inc. is continuing its expansion by appointing Paul Pfaffenberger as engineering program manager. He will oversee all engineering projects, his focus areas being Phoenix’s STC and PMA projects for MD500 helicopters. Pfaffenberger brings to Phoenix an extensive background in aircraft engineering with over 25 years experience in the design, manufacture and certification of... Read more
9-Sep-2011Source: North West Air Ambulance
The North West Air Ambulance Charity is proud to announce the appointment of Darryl Cooke as their new Chairman of the board. Darryl has been involved with the North West Air Ambulance Charity for over 3 years and is a strong advocate of all its functions. As chairman of the board he will be responsible... Read more
8-Sep-2011Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART Helicopter Services (DHS), a leading sales and marketing company, has named Steffen Bay as their new VP of Marketing and Business Development. Mr. Bay brings over 10 years of industry experience in International marketing and business development.  He will play a vital role in continuing to expand DART’s global presence by providing leadership, new... Read more
7-Sep-2011Source: Turbomeca
As of October 1, Frédéric Fourciangue was appointed CEO of Turbomeca UK, replacing Christian Hamel , called to other functions within the Safran group. Frédéric Fourciangue SUPAERO graduated. In 1998 he began his career at Dassault Aviation in the general direction of military support: he was project manager MCO contracts and new customer services until... Read more
7-Sep-2011Source: Turbomeca
From 1 September, Guy Bonaudi became Director of Turbomeca Japan to replace Marc Lacoue , called to other duties within Turbomeca. Guy Bonaudi graduated from university in aeronautical engineering. He has extensive experience in the helicopter industry for 35 years: he served in the French Air Force and became a field representative for Turbomeca before... Read more
7-Sep-2011Source: Turbomeca
As of September 1, David Thibes was appointed Managing Director of Turbomeca Canada to replace Russ Spray , who maintains the position of Director of Turbomeca States. David Thibes is a mechanical engineer aerospace graduate of the Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal. He has made ​​his career in Canada starting at Bombardier in 1997. He then... Read more
7-Sep-2011Source: HAL
Shri K Naresh Babu has taken over the vital appointment of Managing Director, Bangalore Complex, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), today. Prior to this, he was General Manager (Planning) at HAL Corporate Office. He has taken over as Managing Director, Bangalore Complex, heading nine full-fledged Divisions including one R&D Centre, engaged in manufacture, overhaul and supply... Read more
1-Sep-2011Source: Scott’s Bell 47
Scott’s – Bell 47, Inc., is excited to announce the addition of a new member to their leadership team, Mr. Don Maguire, as Director of Customer Support & Services effective immediately. Don brings extensive experience in the aerospace business, including over 30 years of rotorcraft experience. Don started his career in helicopter maintenance with a... Read more
1-Sep-2011Source: Navtech
Navtech Inc., a leader in flight operations software and services, has named William Rathert as Senior Director, Sales Operations. Mr. Rathert will help direct and manage the company’s significant planned growth in North and South America. “It’s a testament to Navtech’s aggressive sales growth that we’ve attracted a professional with Bill’s track record,†said Mike... Read more
31-Aug-2011Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter leads the industry by providing helicopters that incorporate the latest technology and deliver the performance and reliability needed for a variety of missions. To meet industry demand and to enhance coverage of key market segments, the company announced today that it has strengthened its sales and marketing teams with seasoned industry veterans and... Read more
31-Aug-2011Source: Frasca International
John Frasca has been appointed President and CEO of Frasca International, Inc. following the announcement that founder Rudy Frasca has retired from the active management of the company. Rudy continues to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Frasca International. John Frasca has served as the company’s Vice President since 2003 and has... Read more
29-Aug-2011Source: NTSB
Christopher Hart was sworn in today for his second two-year term as NTSB vice chairman. He became a board member for the second time on August 12, 2009, and six days later was designated as vice chairman by President Obama. Vice Chairman Hart had previously served as an NTSB board member from 1990 to 1993.... Read more
23-Aug-2011Source: PAMA
The Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) has elected its 2011 Board of Directors. Those elected for two-year terms as PAMA Directors are: Chairperson – Roger Sickler, President, Air Land Turbine Services Inc. Vice Chairperson – Jeff Gruber, Instructor, Columbus State Community College Secretary – John Wicht, DER, Rapco Inc. Treasurer –Richard Wellman, Field Service Representative,... Read more
23-Aug-2011Source: Bristow Helicopters
Bristow Helicopters Ltd (Bristow) has appointed David Laskowski to oversee its operations in the busy northern North Sea energy sector. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, Laskowski will serve as Development Manager responsible for day-to-day management of up to 250,000 passenger movements annually through the Integrated Aviation Consortium (IAC) contract. He will play a key role in... Read more
22-Aug-2011Source: HAL
Sqn Ldr (Retd) Baldev Singh has taken over the charge of Director Corporate Planning & Marketing of HAL. Earlier to this, he was Executive Director Flight Operations and the Chief Test Pilot (Fixed Wing) at HAL Bangalore Complex. Highly experienced in various facets of aviation, he has a total Flight Test experience of over 6000... Read more
18-Aug-2011Source: NTSB
Deborah Hersman was officially sworn in today for a second two-year term as NTSB chairman. She became chairman on July 28, 2009. She was nominated for the second term by President Barack Obama on June 28, 2011, and confirmed by the U.S. Senate on August 2nd. “I am deeply honored to continue serving as chairman... Read more
18-Aug-2011Source: London’s Air Ambulance
Dr. David Lockey, London’s Air Ambulance Consultant & Trustee and Research & Development lead, was made Honorary Professor of Trauma and Prehospital Emergency Medicine by the University of Bristol. This is believed to be the only Professorial appointment in the UK in the new medical speciality of Prehospital Emergency Medicine. The General Medical Council have... Read more
16-Aug-2011Source: USAIG
USAIG strengthens its efforts to promote safe flight with the appointment of Paul S. Ratté as its new director of aviation safety programs. Ratté, a career U.S. Coast Guard aviator, offers a wealth of advanced experience in aviation operations, safety and human factors, and emergency response management. He is among the service’s most decorated aviators,... Read more
11-Aug-2011Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that Patrick Moulay has been selected as the new Managing Director for Commercial Business for the Europe and Russia regions. Moulay’s selection was the result of a broad search to find the right talent in terms of knowledge, commitment and energy to represent Bell Helicopter in... Read more
10-Aug-2011Source: US Air Force
Army Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Colt will conduct the investigation of the crash of a CH-47 Chinook helicopter in Afghanistan that killed 38 U.S. and Afghan service members, U.S. Central Command officials announced Aug. 9. Colt, deputy commanding general of the 101st Airborne Division, will begin his duties immediately. Marine Corps Gen. James N. Mattis, the... Read more
9-Aug-2011Source: FlightSafety
[HeliHub.com editor note – while mainly dedicated to business jet training, the Tucson center also has capability to train on Eurocopter AS350 FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that Kelly Allender has been promoted to Manager of the company’s Learning Center in Tucson, Arizona. “Kelly consistently goes above and beyond to respond to the needs... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Canadian Helicopters
Canadian Helicopters Group Inc. has appointed Keith Mullett to the newly created position of executive vice-president (international), effective Aug. 8, 2011. As executive vice-president (international), Mr. Mullett will be responsible for Canadian Helicopters’ current and future international commercial charter operations excluding Afghanistan, and will oversee the development of Canadian Helicopters’ international operations including the integration... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: Milestone Aviation
Milestone Aviation Group, the first global finance company focused exclusively on the helicopter and private jet markets, today announced that Brian Humphries has joined the company’s Advisory Board. Mr. Humphries is a highly respected member of the global business aviation community. He started his career in the Royal Air Force and worked his way up... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter has added another crucial member to its management team with the appointment of John Graber as president of CHC Helicopter Services. Graber, who reports directly to CHC Helicopter president and CEO, Bill Amelio, replaces interim president Scott Pinfield. “In John Graber we have a leader who brings a wealth of experience tackling the... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Kaman
Representatives of Kaman Aerospace Corporation announced today that aerospace industry veteran Jeff Sharbaugh has joined the Helicopters Division as Proposal Manager. In his new role, Sharbaugh will be responsible for leading the ongoing efforts of the company’s proposal team, as well as supporting the expanding business development activities for Kaman Helicopters. “Jeff brings tremendous experience... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that Damon Cram has joined the company as Director of Marketing for Simulation products and services. “We are delighted that Damon has joined FlightSafety,†said Rick Armstrong, Vice President, Simulation. “His extensive experience in business development, training center operations and simulation equipment sales will help us to further expand... Read more
29-Jul-2011Source: Oceania Aviation
Gordon Luke CEO of OCEANIA AVIATION LIMITED (OAL) Australasia’s premier full service MRO under NZCAA Part 145; is pleased to announce the full time appointment of Stephen Boyce to the role of Helicopter Sales Manager. “Stephen is now based out of Auckland after an active career across the globe. Based in Canada for 11 years... Read more
29-Jul-2011Source: Precision Heliparts
Precision Aviation Group (PAG), exclusive provider of ISMRO® (Inventory Supported Maintenance Repair & Overhaul), announces that aerospace industry veteran Bobby Risbourg has joined PAG subsidiary Precision Heliparts (PHP) as the company’s new Regional Sales Manager – Gulf Region. Bobby is now based in Lafayette, LA. Prior to joining PHP, Risbourg, spent 30 years with Chevron’s... Read more
28-Jul-2011
The current Group Captain, ‘Jock’ Brown is leaving RAF Shawbury after 2 years to take up a vital and exciting role in Afghanistan. His replacement is Captain Paul Shawcross from the Royal Navy who arrives from the same role. (full story)... Read more
27-Jul-2011Source: JSfirm
Jeff Richards, JSfirm.com Sales Manager, has announced that their aviation jobs board has created the industry’s largest Job Distribution Network (JDN). “This is great news for hiring companies,†said Richards. “We have partnered with select aviation websites, social and professional media, aviation organizations and aviation schools/alumni groups to attract active and passive job seekers.†PAMA.org... Read more
27-Jul-2011Source: Mid-Continent Instruments
Mid-Continent Instruments announced today the appointment of Dr. John W. Gallman to the position of Division Director for the company’s True Blue Power® division. A veteran of more than 20 Âyears in business aviation, Gallman began his career at the NASA Ames Research Center after earning his undergraduate and masters degrees in Aeronautics and Astronautics from... Read more
25-Jul-2011Source: HeliHub.com
Specialist Aviation Services “SAS”, the British operator better known for its subsidiaries Police Aviation Services and Medical Aviation Services, has two new directors. Following our report on 7th July of a change in ownership (see here), we can now advise that they have added two directors as well. Previously we noted that we had an... Read more
24-Jul-2011Source: US Coast Guard
Capt. Mark E. Reynolds relieved Capt. Scott A. Kitchen of command of U.S. Coast Guard Group/Air Station North Bend, Ore., during a change-of-command ceremony on Friday, July 22, 2011, at 11 a.m. The ceremony was held at Group/Air Station North Bend, located at 2000 Connecticut Avenue, North Bend. Capt. Kitchen, who assumed command of Group/Air Station... Read more
24-Jul-2011Source: Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems announced today a series of organizational changes to better align leadership with the needs of the business. David Coleal will join the company as senior vice president/general manager of the Fuselage Segment. In that role, Mr. Coleal will be responsible for the company’s fuselage structures and components, comprising more than $2 billion dollars... Read more
21-Jul-2011Source: Aircell
Aircell, the world’s leading provider of inflight connectivity for business aviation, announced that it has appointed industry veteran Dennis Hildreth Manager, OEM Sales. In his new role, Dennis is responsible for managing the company’s ongoing relationship with business aircraft manufacturers and he will be an active participant in the company’s strategic growth. He reports to... Read more
20-Jul-2011Source: Precision Aviation Group
Atlanta, Ga.-based Precision Aviation Group (PAG), the exclusive provider of ISMRO® (Inventory Supported Maintenance Repair & Overhaul), announces the promotion of Ketan Desai to Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Desai joined PAG subsidiary Precision Accessories & Instruments (PAI) in 2005, and was previously the Director of Sales & Marketing for PAG. “Ketan’s dedication to supporting... Read more
11-Jul-2011Source: TrueNorth
TrueNorth Avionics, the fast-growing developer of executive airborne telecom solutions, has announced that Thomas Marrocco, an experienced sales executive with a strong background in global business development and go-to-market sales strategy, sales management and a proven track record for delivering long-term business growth, has joined the company as Vice President of Worldwide Sales. Most recently,... Read more
27-Jun-2011Source: Elbit Systems
June 27, 2011 – Elbit Systems of America, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Elbit Systems Ltd., has announced that its Board of Directors has elected General (USMC Ret.) Robert Magnus as Chairman effective on March 30, 2011. General Magnus succeeds Joseph A. Parini, who has served as Elbit Systems of America’s Chairman of the Board... Read more
23-Jun-2011Source: HeliHub.com
Commander Eric Gleason has taken over as Commanding Officer of Coast Guard Air Station Houston in a recent ceremony. He succeeds Cmdr. Christopher Moss. The Commander of the Eighth Coast Guard District, Rear Adm. Roy Nash, presided over the ceremony. Gleason, a 1992 Coast Guard Academy graduate, arrives in Houston from Coast Guard Air Station... Read more
22-Jun-2011Source: StandardAero
StandardAero announced today that Rob Fox has been named Regional Sales Director of StandardAero’s Business Aviation sector. In this new role, Fox will be directing the company’s western region sales duties overseeing Business Aviation’s regional sales team responsible for daily interaction and support of StandardAero’s Business Aviation customers. “Rob has proven to be a long-term... Read more
21-Jun-2011Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Potter as Western Region Marketing Manager. Mr. Potter will be responsible for the overall growth and development of Universal Avionics product sales in the Western U.S. region, which includes California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. Mr. Carroll will be based in the Los Angeles vicinity.... Read more
19-Jun-2011Source: HAI
Jacqueline Fawcett has been named HAI’s Advertising & Exhibit Sales Assistant. Prior to joining HAI, Jacqueline was co-manager at a Books-A-Million retail store. She has also interned for the Frederick Keys Minor League baseball team and worked as a sales representative for the Washington Redskins. Reporting to HAI’s manager of Advertising & Exhibit Sales, Jacqueline... Read more
17-Jun-2011Source: SEI Industries
SEI Industries Ltd., manufacturer of the Bambi Bucket®, is pleased to welcome Michel Landry to its sales team as an outside technical sales representative for Bambi Bucket and Dragon Fire Ignition products. Michel will be transitioning with Aaron Tweedy over the next few months to become the main Canadian representative while Aaron concentrates on Bambi... Read more
17-Jun-2011Source: Heli-One
Larry Alexandre has been appointed president of Heli-One, replacing Neil Calvert, who has announced his retirement after a 30-year career. Heli-One is the world’s leading independent third-party helicopter MRO organization. Mr. Alexandre joins Heli-One with an extensive history in aerospace manufacturing and helicopter maintenance. Most recently, Mr. Alexandre was the CEO of Sagem Avionics, a... Read more
15-Jun-2011Source: MedEvac Foundation
MedEvac Foundation and AAMS welcomes Clara Harrod for a two-month internship made possible through a grant to the MedEvac Foundation from the ExxonMobil Summer Jobs Program, administered by Volunteer Fairfax. Clara is a rising senior at Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio, where she volunteers as an EMT on a local Rescue Squad. During her... Read more
14-Jun-2011Source: Blue Sky Network
Blue Sky Network, a leading, global provider of satellite tracking and communication solutions for land, sea, and aviation, is proud to announce the addition of Hamza Mohammed as Director of Business Development for Middle East and Africa (MEA). Based in Kuwait, Mr. Mohammed brings more than a decade of experience to Blue Sky Network, and... Read more
13-Jun-2011Source: Los Alamitos Patch
The Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base is on the hunt for a new commander. Brig. Gen. Keith D. Jones has been transferred to Camp Roberts near Paso Robles, leaving the base under the interim command of Col. Susan Russell.... Read more
7-Jun-2011Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter announced today that Peter Cutler has joined the company as Vice President, Military and Federal Government Programs. In this position, he will be responsible for the U.S. Army Light Utility Helicopter program, the Armed Aerial Scout capture effort, and expanding federal programs including U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection and FBI. “Under... Read more
7-Jun-2011Source: East Anglian Air Ambulance
A new Chief Executive has been appointed to lead one of the region’s largest and most vital charities. Tim Page joins the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) having most recently worked for charities in London and Birmingham. He arrives with a wealth of knowledge and experience of leading successful teams and has ambitions to make... Read more
31-May-2011Source: EADS North America
EADS North America has appointed Michael Cosentino to be Senior Vice President and Head of Strategy and Development. He will be responsible for overseeing the company’s future strategy for growth, as well as leading the mergers, acquisitions, and business development functions at EADS North America. “We are pleased to have Mike Cosentino lead our strategy... Read more
29-May-2011Source: CMC Electronics
Mr. Claude Chidiac will join Esterline CMC Electronics on June 15, 2011, in the position of vice-president, customer support and strategic development. Most recently, Mr. Chidiac was vice-president, business development, business aviation, at StandardAero, based in Arizona. Previously, he was managing director of Grob Aerospace USA. Mr. Chidiac has held various positions of ever increasing... Read more
29-May-2011Source: AgustaWestland
During the latest AgustaWestland Board of Directors meeting Bruno Spagnolini has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Company being previously Chief Operating Officer of AgustaWestland since 2007 and Chief Executive Officer of Agusta S.p.A. since 2004. The Board of Directors has also appointed Giorgio Brazzelli as the new AgustaWestland Chairman, formerly... Read more
24-May-2011Source: Uniflight
Grand Prairie, Texas, Uniflight has announced the recent appointment of Mr. David R. “Dave†Horton to the position of General Manager for the company’s Grand Prairie, Texas operations.  Horton will oversee daily operations as well as strategic planning and implementation as an integral part of the ongoing growth and diversification at Uniflight.  The company is also undergoing a transition to... Read more
13-May-2011Source: US Coast Guard
The USCG are holding a change-of-command ceremony, today/Friday at Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, that will see Cmdr. Jonathan Spaner transfer command to Cmdr. Joseph Buzzella. Rear Adm. Michael Parks, commander of the Ninth Coast Guard District, will preside over the ceremony. Who: Rear Adm. Michael Parks, commander of the Ninth Coast Guard District, Cmdr.... Read more
13-May-2011Source: Elbit Systems
Haifa, Israel, May 12, 2011 – Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ and TASE: ESLT) announced today that Lieutenant General (Ret.) Dick Applegate has been appointed to serve as Chairman of Elbit Systems UK. General Applegate joins Elbit Systems following a distinguished career with the British Army, including Chief of Materiel (Land) in Defence Equipment and Support... Read more
6-May-2011Source: AOPA
Chris Ward is the newest member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s leadership team, filling a newly created position as vice president of New Product Development and Interactive Marketing. He will oversee AOPA’s efforts to meet members’ online needs for information, products, and services. “AOPA members rely on us to offer the services and... Read more
2-May-2011Source: Boeing
The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] and subsidiary Insitu Inc. today named Steve Morrow Insitu president and CEO, effective immediately. Morrow succeeds CEO Steve Sliwa, who retired April 1. “Insitu is the industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-performance, low-cost unmanned airborne systems and has a bright future, with many opportunities for growth,”... Read more
27-Apr-2011Source: EADS North America
The EADS North America Board of Directors has confirmed the board appointment of Ike Skelton, who most recently served for 34 years as a U.S. Representative from Missouri. Skelton’s Congressional career culminated in the role of chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, in which capacity he served from 2007 to 2011. “Ike Skelton has... Read more
25-Apr-2011Source: REACH Air Medical Services
REACH Air Medical Services LLC announces the hiring of D. Brian Karr as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Karr will direct all finance, treasury, funding and accounting functions to assure the success of current and future business strategies for REACH. “REACH is pleased to welcome Brian Karr to our senior management team,†said Jim Adams, CEO... Read more
20-Apr-2011Source: Air Methods
Air Methods is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank Graham as the new Director of Commercial Business Development of its Products Division. Mr. Graham assumes responsibility for leading the Division’s development and growth of commercial sales in both rotary- and fixed-wing markets, including EMS, airborne law enforcement, search and rescue, corporate, utility and special... Read more
16-Apr-2011Source: Vector Aerospace
Huntsville, AL – Vector Aerospace Corporation (Vector), one of the world’s leading independent providers of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services is pleased to announce the appointment of David George as Sales & Service Manager for Military Programs. “David George offers operators a global network of industry resources and an in-depth understanding of the... Read more
15-Apr-2011Source: US Marine Corps
CAMP BASTION, Afghanistan – A Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey squadron deployed with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) welcomed a new commander at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, April 15. The Marines and sailors of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264 said goodbye to Lt. Col. Jeffrey P. Hogan who relinquished command of the squadron to Lt. Col. Brian... Read more
15-Apr-2011Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today that Mitch Snyder has been promoted to executive vice president, Military Programs reporting directly to president and CEO, John L. Garrison. Snyder will be responsible for all activities associated with Bell Helicopter’s Military Programs. He will serve as a member of the Bell Helicopter Executive... Read more
15-Apr-2011Source: PAMA
The Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Dale Forton as President. The selection of Dale as president comes after two years of reinvigorating the organization’s leadership structure and refocusing on the strategic plan. Current PAMA Board Chair, Clark Gordon, commented on Dale’s selection as President: “The selection... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Air Methods
Air Methods Corporation announced the appointment of Chris Bassett as its new Director of Operations. Effective immediately, Mr. Bassett assumes responsibility for leading the company’s flight operations efforts to ensure aviation regulatory compliance and safe operations among the company’s 237 bases and 1,000 pilots. Mr. Bassett reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: BBA Aviation
Dallas, Texas…April 5, 2011…Brent Hornbeck has joined Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) company, as manager of the company’s Regional Turbine Center in Phoenix, Arizona. “Brent’s background has all the attributes we seek in an RTC manager,†stated Mike Cumnock, Vice President, Regional Operations/Service for BBA Aviation ERO. “He has... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Guardian Mobility
Guardian Mobility announced that its Board has appointed Howard A. Pearl to the Position of President and CEO to take over from founding CEO Jean Carr. Mr. Pearl has been mandated to achieve new levels of growth in the emerging market of aviation telematics first initiated by Guardian under the direction of Mr. Carr. Mr.... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Bloomberg
Italian government wants Augusta Westland chief Giuseppe Orsi to be CEO of Finmeccanica to replace Guarguaglini and proposed Orsi as a board member of Finmeccanica to begin the process of appointing Orsi, according to a statement today.... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Halo-Flight
After conducting a nationwide search of potential candidates, HALO-Flight, Inc.’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Tom Klassen has been appointed Executive Director of the non-profit air and ground ambulance service effective March 21, 2011. He will succeed Randy Rowe, Jr., who served in this position since 2003. Tom is responsible for the... Read more
