Flight Data Systems (FDS), a provider of flight data solutions for the business, military and commercial aviation segments, has named Anthony Rios as president. Rios will succeed Darren Privitera, who will remain MD through May 2021. Privitera will remain with the organisation to collaborate with Rios on developing long-term strategies for the organisation.

In his new role, Rios will manage Flight Data Systems' global operations in Dallas, Melbourne and London, and will aid in synergising the organisation's product portfolio with a focus on innovation.

“After an extensive search, we are proud to announce Anthony as the new president of Flight Data Systems,” says Michael Wilkerson, VP of aviation and government businesses, ACR Electronics, which acquired FDS in 2018. “Anthony's passion for aviation and rich executive experience in sales, engineering and operations makes him the ideal candidate to further develop FDS' strong position in the market.”

An entrepreneurial leader with domestic and international experience in strategy development, sales, product development, operations and engineering, Rios brings two decades of experience with aviation technology start-ups as well as established market leaders. His unique combination of business skills and the technical credibility gained through 13 years of engineering experience solidify him as the ideal candidate for the role.

“I am excited about leading Flight Data Systems into its next chapter of growth,” he says. “We have a talented, multinational workforce with key partnerships already in place and an impressive array of technologies and solutions for business, commercial and military segments of aviation. I look forward to leading this company and strengthening our partnerships within the community and industry.”

Rios is the latest member of Flight Data Systems' leadership team which includes recent additions VP of sales Kerry Farrish and director of engineering David Mewbourne.