Expert Opinion
AINsight: Impact of Aviation Management
Growth in aircraft management poses challenges for aspiring aviation leaders and business aviation as a whole

Over the past few years, and especially during Covid, aviation management companies have experienced explosive growth. This is due in large part to the influx of new aircraft owners—both high-net-worth individuals and companies new to ownership.

This trend toward the use of management companies has me thinking about its long-term impact. Specifically, as it relates to aircraft owners, aspiring aviation leaders, and business aviation as a whole.

Sheryl Barden
AIN Contributor
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Sheryl Barden, CAM, is CEO of Aviation Personnel International, the longest-running recruiting and HR consulting firm dedicated to business aviation. A recognized thought leader on workforce and leadership issues, she is an NBAA CAM Fellow, past member of NBAA’s board of directors and advisory council, and recipient of NBAA’s John P. “Jack” Doswell Award for lifetime achievement and service to business aviation.

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