The G550 certification marks the first business jet application of this technology and expands its operational use into the business aviation sector. Certification efforts for the Gulfstream G650 are currently under way.

Tony Bailey's appointment comes at a time when the industry is accelerating demand for advanced connectivity, digital infrastructure and integrated avionics. L2 Aviation is expanding its engineering depth.

Over the last several months, L2 Aviation has remodelled an office building and hangar space and expects to be fully operational by the end of this year, adding 250 jobs and investing $12.2 million at CVG.