– USA, WA – Eviation Aircraft, a global manufacturer of all-electric aircraft, today announced the appointment of Jon Piatt to its Board of Directors.
The company also announced the appointment of Dr. Dan Nale (Ph.D.) to the Technical Steering Committee.
“I am very proud to welcome Dan and Jon to Eviation. The historic first flight of Alice marked the beginning of a new chapter in our company story. Dan’s deep technical knowledge and experience of leading design, certification and production at the highest level will help us to maintain our advantage over the rest of the aerospace industry. Jon’s executive leadership experience will be invaluable as we focus on further strengthening our business, achieving FAA certification and delivering our commercialization program,” said Board Chairman, Allen Page.
About Dan Nale
Dan Nale spent the majority of his nearly 40-year career in commercial aviation at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. He most recently served there as SVP of Programs, Engineering, and Test where he was responsible for certification, research, and development.
“With the first flight of the Alice, Eviation successfully electrified the skies,” said Dan Nale. “Eviation is at the leading edge of this technology and as both an engineer and an aerospace executive I am delighted to play my part in developing this aircraft as we lead the industry and shape the culture of aviation.”
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from The Citadel Military College in Charleston, South Carolina, and both a Master’s degree and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from The University of South Carolina. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Mercer University, Macon, Georgia, and is also a qualified private pilot. He is currently a Visiting Professor of Practice in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at The Citadel.
About Jon Piatt
Jon Piatt has 35 years of experience in aerospace and defense including more than 20 years in senior leadership and strategic growth roles. He served most recently as President and GM of Reconnaissance Missions Systems at L3Harris Technologies.
“Aviation customers and our communities are increasingly demanding environmentally clean alternatives to fossil fuel aircraft,” said Jon Piatt. “Serving passenger and cargo markets, the all-electric Alice aircraft will address the growing demand for sustainable regional mobility. I look forward to helping to bring this world-leading technology into production.”
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management from Southeastern Oklahoma State University as well as qualifications in Executive Leadership from the Wharton School of Business and in Leadership Development from the Centers for Creative Leadership.
About Eviation Aircraft
Based in Washington State, U.S., Eviation Aircraft Inc. develops and manufactures electric aircraft to deliver a competitive and sustainable solution for the regional mobility of people and goods. Its innovative airframes, electric propulsion units, and advanced battery system are designed from the ground up for the electric flight.
For more information: https://www.eviation.com/
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