Regional Sales Director Textron Aviation One of the most enjoyable and rewarding aspects of my career is the opportunity to truly know our customers, understand their needs, and find a product that is the perfect fit for them.
The AJA is a vital economic development tool designed to put New York back on a par with other states regarding the tax treatment of the sales of such aircraft. NY is now looked upon as a state where long term investment in aviation is welcome, particularly for the basing of jets, the construction of hangars and other facilities and for maintenance and repair operations and fuel sales.
For this study, we conducted surveys of SMEs at the Experimental Aircraft Association’s AirVenture 2010 in Oshkosh and the NBAA Business Aviation Regional Forum in Chicago.
Join an association, network and learn. Take advan-tage of student and youth memberships at national and regional aviation associations. Find a mentor. Request informational interviews with industry professionals. Be sure to stay in touch and ask for advice as you progress. Get an internship.