Today we’d like to introduce you to Bryan Cunningham.
Bryan has over 20 years in aviation beginning his career serving 5 years in the United States Air Force. He holds an MBA and a Masters in Management from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University as well as a Bachelors degree from Thomas Edison State College in Aircraft Maintenance Technology.
He started as a ground support equipment mechanic in the US Air Force and was honorably discharged. His career with the airlines started right afterward as an FAA certified aircraft technician with Tower Air on Boeing 747 type aircraft eventually moving on to his last airline position with Jetblue Airways as a technical representative with the heavy maintenance division. Bryan has worked for many different aviation firms including 5 different airlines as well as contract aircraft maintenance organizations and MRO facilities. He is knowledgeable in most aircraft manufacturers to include Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, and Bombardier. Along with the varied aircraft experience, he has worked with many different engine manufacturers including Rolls Royce, IAE, and GE.
His career positions include aircraft maintenance, aircraft planning, aircraft routing, system operations, program management, heavy maintenance oversight, along with management and supervisory roles. Bryan has been responsible for projects including engineering modifications, winglet installations, WIFI installations, Satellite TV and Radio STC modifications, and C-check management.
Bryan founded Airfleet Acquisition Group, LLC located in Miami, FL providing Technical Advisory Services to lessors and lessees. The company specializes in aircraft maintenance and engineering needs including heavy maintenance oversight, aircraft redeliveries, Lease End/LOI/MOU pre-purchase inspections, FAA consultancy, aircraft trading and brokerage when requested.
He was born in New York City and was raised in both New York City and Quito, Ecuador He currently resides in Miami, Florida. His vast experience has brought him all over the world for extended periods of time including countries such as Saudi Arabia, India, El Salvador, Brazil, Colombia, and Canada to list a few.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
Not smooth at all. Aviation has its ups and downs and can turn in an instant. I’ve been laid off many times and companies have shut down in the middle of the night so I decided to branch out on my own and control my own destiny.
So let’s switch gears a bit and go into the Airfleet Acquisition Group story. Tell us more about the business.
Our primary focus is the acquisition, redelivery and engineering modifications oversight of commercial aircraft. Our services extend to aircraft owners, banks, aircraft leasing companies, and airlines. Our company prides itself on being a leader and expert in the aviation acquisition and technical consultancy fields. We have extensive expertise in all levels of aircraft asset management and work alongside various aviation firms. Customers have learned that Airfleet Acquisition Group helps empower them to improve efficiency and growth of their operations
Has luck played a meaningful role in your life and business?
There is no luck, only the persistence to persevere, improvise, adapt, and overcome obstacles.
Contact Info:
- Address: Bryan Cunningham
Managing Director/Founder
7969 NW 2nd St Suite # 383
Miami, FL 33126 - Website: www.airfleetgroup.com
- Phone: 305-733-5185
- Email: bc@airfleetgroup.com
- Other: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cunninghambryan/
Image Credit:
Bryan Cunningham, DHl/Delta/Air Uganda
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