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Charlie Gregoire becomes the company’s second CEO; Todd Willinger is appointed executive chairman; Josh Harnagel is named COO.
Redbird Flight (Redbird) today announced the appointment of Charlie Gregoire as its chief executive officer, effective immediately. Gregoire, previously chief operating officer, succeeds Todd Willinger, who becomes executive chairman after serving as the company’s CEO since its inception. Following a thorough succession plan, Willinger will remain in an advisory role for an interim period to facilitate a smooth transition.
At the 2025 Redbird Migration Flight Training Conference, Redbird today announced Pete Bunce, retiring President and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA), has been elected to the company’s board of directors. Bunce brings decades of global aviation and aerospace leadership experience to the role and has a long track record of advancing general aviation innovation.
Redbird Flight (Redbird), a leading provider of flight training technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Pasahow to its board of directors, effective immediately.
Pasahow brings a wealth of expertise to Redbird’s board of directors. In 2004, he founded Blue Line Advisors, an executive search and leadership firm focused on aerospace, transportation, and other selected sectors. With over 30 years of experience in executive and leadership consulting, he will play a pivotal role in guiding Redbird as it continues to drive innovation that delivers value to the company’s customers.
Today at Redbird Migration, Redbird announced the appointment of Eric Crump, Executive Director of the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE), to the company’s Board of Directors. “We’ve seen a huge growth in the education and K-12 market over the last three years," said Redbird COO and President Charlie Gregoire. "Eric brings immense hands-on experience in this segment, and we’re excited to have him on our board."
Redbird Flight (Redbird) today announced the appointment of Tom Haines to its board of directors. Haines, the former Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Editor in Chief and Senior Vice President of Media, Communications, and Outreach, brings decades of experience in general aviation and a long track record of leadership across all types of media and communications.
