Expert Opinion
AINsight: Private Aircraft Broker Career Pathways
Exploring pathways in aircraft brokerage for the NextGen
The first Learjet
The first Learjet. © AIN Archives

Nearly 60 years ago, my father Joseph Carfagna Sr. was a pioneer in the new and innovative industry of business aviation when he was recruited by Bill Lear to sell his revolutionary jets in the U.S. Northeast. Many years and technological advancements later, business aviation has turned into a $150 billion industry accounting for more than 1.2 million jobs, according to data from NBAA.

In 1994, at the age of 25, I started as the next generation working alongside my father with the goal of continuing his legacy. After spending more than three decades in the aircraft brokerage business, I’m here to share some thoughts, insights, and advice that I hope will inspire both those who have been in this industry for a long time and our future generations.

Loading…
Joseph Carfagna Jr.
Contributor
About the author

Joseph Carfagna Jr. is president, partner, and CEO of aircraft brokerage and consultancy Leading Edge Aviation Solutions. He has worked in the business aviation industry for more than 30 years and is a seasoned salesman and aviation expert.

See more by this author