Southern Sky Aviation, a full-service private aviation company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, has appointed Ralph Crosby as vice president of business development. With over two decades of experience in both aircraft and fractional sales, Crosby brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a strong network of aviation professionals to his new role.

“We are excited to welcome Ralph to our team,” states Donald Howell, president of Southern Sky Aviation. “His extensive background across multiple facets of the aviation industry, spanning more than 25 years, positions him as a key player in helping us expand our presence throughout the Southeast. Ralph's relationships and expertise will play a critical role in the continued growth of our business.”

Crosby began his aviation career in fractional and jet card sales before transitioning into business jet sales. He has since held a variety of roles across the fixed-wing and rotary-wing sectors, including charter sales, fractional ownership and helicopter sales, building a well-rounded foundation in both operations and client relations.

In his new position, Crosby will focus on driving strategic growth through aircraft sales, charter services and maintenance solutions, with a particular emphasis on expanding Southern Sky Aviation's customer base across the southeastern United States.