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JetBlue Names Susan Pfingstler, Vice President JetBlue University

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced the appointment of Susan Pfingstler to vice president, JetBlue University.

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  • JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced the appointment of Susan Pfingstler to vice president, JetBlue University.
  • She will report to Warren Christie, JetBlue’s head of safety, security, fleet operations and JetBlue University.
  • “The journey of every JetBlue crewmember begins at JetBlue University – it’s a vital touchpoint that continues throughout their careers,” said Christie.
  • “I look forward to supporting our crewmembers as the airline continues to grow.”
    Pfingstler holds a bachelor’s degree in professional aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

Billy Nolen, Former FAA Administrator, Joins Archer as Its Chief Safety Officer

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) has appointed Billy Nolen, former acting FAA Administrator, as its Chief Safety Officer.

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  • Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) has appointed Billy Nolen, former acting FAA Administrator, as its Chief Safety Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230613009407/en/
    Archer Chief Safety Officer, Billy Nolen, standing in front of Archer’s Midnight aircraft at the company’s flight test facility in Salinas, CA.
  • “I’m honored to join Archer Aviation, a true visionary at the forefront of revolutionizing urban air mobility,” said Nolen.
  • Nolen served tours of duty in the U.S. Army as an airplane and helicopter pilot and safety officer.

Raytheon Technologies Appoints Leanne G. Caret to Board of Directors

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Monday, January 16, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) today announced that its board of directors has elected Leanne G. Caret as a director.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) today announced that its board of directors has elected Leanne G. Caret as a director.
  • Caret is an experienced aerospace and defense industry leader, most recently serving as executive vice president and senior advisor for The Boeing Company.
  • "Leanne Caret is one of the most accomplished leaders in our industry," said Raytheon Technologies Chief Executive Officer and Chairman Greg Hayes.
  • She is also on the George W. Bush Institute's Women's Initiative Policy Advisory Council; the board of trustees for the Kansas State University Foundation; the board of directors for Deere & Company; USO board of governors; and the board of directors for FIRST, a leading youth-serving nonprofit advancing STEM education.

Boom Supersonic Adds Global Propulsion Industry Leader to Board of Advisors

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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DENVER, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, optimized for speed, safety, and sustainability, today announced that Professor Richard (Ric) Parker will serve as a senior advisor to the company's leadership. Ric will lend his deep technical, commercial, and sustainability experience as Boom industrializes the propulsion system for the Overture supersonic airliner.

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  • Ric will lend his deep technical, commercial, and sustainability experience as Boom industrializes the propulsion system for the Overture supersonic airliner.
  • "Supersonic flight is the next frontier of air travel, and Boom is well positioned to tap this significant market opportunity," said Parker.
  • Boom Supersonic is transforming air travel with Overture, the world's fastest airliner, optimized for speed, safety, and sustainability.
  • For more information, visit https://boomsupersonic.com
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Cirium Adds Former Airline C-Suite Leaders to Airline and Airport On-Time Performance Board

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220823005442/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220823005442/en/
    Ben Baldanza, former Spirit Airlines CEO and Willy Boulter, former IndiGo CCO join the Cirium airline and airport On-Time Performance Advisory Board.
  • The Board comprises a collaborative team of external advisors who support Ciriums OTP Program and reports global Annual and Monthly airline and airport on-time analyses.
  • Together they bring nearly 80 years of aviation experience to the Board, which will be invaluable for Ciriums airline and airport OTP Program.
  • Boulter said: Its a privilege to join the Cirium OTP Advisory Board to help steer an accurate analysis of airline and airport operations.

ICEYE Expands its Business to Offer Complete Satellite Missions for Customers

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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HELSINKI, Finland, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ICEYE, an Earth observation company operating the world's largest synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation, today announced the establishment of a new line of business focused solely on delivering fully operational satellite missions to customers looking for their own orbital SAR capabilities.

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  • Owning the world's largest SAR constellation, ICEYE is the only company in the world that can provide customers with complete SAR satellite missions delivered in months.
  • HELSINKI, Finland, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ICEYE, an Earth observation company operating the world's largest synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellation, today announced the establishment of a new line of business focused solely on delivering fully operational satellite missions to customers looking for their own orbital SAR capabilities.
  • The new Missions line of business will be led by Steve Young, a seasoned space and aerospace professional, formerly acting as ICEYE's Vice President of Business Development and Sales.
  • ICEYE has already secured complete satellite missions with several international customers including, two of the satellites launched in May 2022 which were provided to the Brazilian Air Force (BAF).

DGAP-News: Volatus Aerospace Expands Pipeline Inspection with Acquisition of Canadian Air National

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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Volatus Aerospace Corp. (TSXV: VOL) (OTCQB: VLTTF) ("Volatus" or "the Company") is pleased to announce the acquisition of Canadian Air National, a commercial aircraft operator specializing in contracted pipeline inspections for the oil and gas industry.

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  • Volatus Aerospace Corp. (TSXV: VOL) (OTCQB: VLTTF) ("Volatus" or "the Company") is pleased to announce the acquisition of Canadian Air National, a commercial aircraft operator specializing in contracted pipeline inspections for the oil and gas industry.
  • Seth Moffat, President and CEO of Canadian Air National, will continue to lead the company.
  • Seth Moffat stated: I am exceptionally proud of the quality air operator that Canadian Air National has become, and recognize Volatus Aerospace as the right opportunity for future growth, development and technological advancement.
  • The strength that Volatus brings to the company will significantly benefit our clients moving forward and ensure Canadian Air National remains part of the Canadian aviation landscape for years to come.

Boeing Announces Senior Leadership Updates

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Monday, March 28, 2022
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CHICAGO, March 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced Ted Colbert as president and chief executive officer of its Defense, Space and Security business. Colbert succeeds Leanne Caret who is retiring following nearly 35 years of exceptional service with The Boeing Company. Stephanie Pope has been appointed as president and CEO of Boeing Global Services (BGS), succeeding Colbert.

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  • Colbert succeeds Leanne Caret who is retiring following nearly 35 years of exceptional service with The Boeing Company.
  • Stephanie Pope has been appointed as president and CEO of Boeing Global Services (BGS), succeeding Colbert.
  • "Throughout his career, Ted Colbert has consistently brought technical excellence and strong and innovative leadership to every position he has held," said Calhoun.
  • "Under his leadership, BGS has assembled an excellent leadership team focused on delivering safe and high-quality services for our defense and commercial customers.

Leading international aviation lawyer Kenneth P. Quinn joins Clyde & Co's global aviation practice

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Wednesday, January 26, 2022
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Kenneth Quinn comments: "I'm thrilled to join Clyde & Co's international aviation practice, which I know well and have long regarded as the global top gun firm in aviation law.

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  • Kenneth Quinn comments: "I'm thrilled to join Clyde & Co's international aviation practice, which I know well and have long regarded as the global top gun firm in aviation law.
  • Prior to joining Clyde & Co, Kenneth was Chair of the Global Aviation Practice at Baker McKenzie, and Head of the Aviation, Aerospace and Transportation Practice at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman.
  • Commenting on Kenneth's appointment, the Global Chair of Clyde & Co's Aviation Practice, Kevin Sutherland, says: "We are honored that Kenneth has selected us as his law firm of choice and the platform best suited for his leading global regulatory and commercial aviation practice.
  • Clyde & Co's global aviation practice covers the full range of aviation issues including regulatory, finance, commercial, emergency response and liability, environmental and sustainability.

New early careers scheme launches to bring new talent into aviation

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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LONDON, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A new recruitment platform is launching today to support aviation employers as they continue to build a workforce that's fit for the future.

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  • New Department for Transport funded scheme launches to help young people find apprenticeships, work experience and graduate schemes in aviation and aerospace.
  • "The aviation sector has an exciting future ahead as it embraces the new opportunities driven by decarbonisation, innovation and future growth.
  • Richard Smith, director ofTVA and the ASRP, says:
    "The industry continues to plan ahead, and build up the UK's aviation workforce.
  • The launch of the TVA scheme will help to support growthambitions for the aviation industry."