Alerion Aviation has appointed Brian Beach as chief operating officer (COO). Beach has over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry. Previous roles include vice president of operations for a premier air ambulance operator, where he was responsible for flight operations, maintenance and safety functions and supervised an organisation of more than 150 employees. Before this, he was chief operating officer for a cargo airline where he oversaw the tripling of the fleet from seven aircraft to 21 in a 15 month period. Before his executive roles in aircraft operations Beach was a captain for a major US airline.

Beach assumed executive roles as director of safety for CAPA and chairman of the National Safety Committee for the Allied Pilots Association. He was promoted to base chief pilot where he was responsible for over 2,100 pilots operating 250 departures per day. He began his flying career as a naval aviator piloting the F/A-18 Hornet aircraft for the US Marines Corps.

In his new role as COO, Beach will oversee Alerion Aviation's ground and flight operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency and customer satisfaction. He will work closely with the executive team to drive the company's strategic initiatives.

"We are thrilled to welcome Brian Beach to our team as the new chief operating officer," says CEO Bob Seidel. "His extensive operations experience, industry knowledge and leadership skills make him the ideal person to head our operations as we continue to grow in this dynamic and competitive environment."

Beach adds: "I am honoured to join Alerion Aviation and contribute to the company's continued success. I look forward to working with the talented team at Alerion and helping the company reach new heights."