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US full-service aviation companies HeliTeam has expanded its nationwide aircraft services to include the air charter brand SpeedBird. The new division will be based in Orlando, Florida with HeliTeam founder and CEO Christopher Bull in command.
ArgUs gold rated SpeedBird has an owned and fully managed fleet comprising a Citation X, Beech 400A, King Air 350, Cessna CJ3 and Cessna CJ2.
"SpeedBird is a unique addition to The HeliTeam's comprehensive suite of aviation services," says Bull. "Launching our private air charter service in Orlando allows our clients to access destinations far and wide from one of the most convenient and in-demand locations for both luxury and business travel. Our executive team and in-house charter and operations support teams further represent the finest in aviation and customer service, and all of us at The HeliTeam are excited for SpeedBird to take flight under their leadership."
SpeedBird's executive team includes chief strategy officer Katie Bull, who served as director of special projects for The HeliTeam for more than eight years and now leads SpeedBird's corporate strategy and business development.
COO Jonathan Gooch was operations leader for The HeliTeam for more than three years, and now oversees all aspects of operational demands and needs including operations, maintenance, trip support, compliance and safety.
Chief revenue officer Jamie Olofson was formerly a marketing executive with FreeCast, Net Conversion and The Walt Disney Company. He will be responsible for building, maintaining and optimising all revenue streams by overseeing all operations related to marketing, sales, promotions and partnerships.
And CFO Carla Vitaliano has more than 30 years of experience in corporate finance at Citigroup, Ruth's Chris Hospitality Group and The Walt Disney Company. She is responsible for overseeing SpeedBird's financial growth, planning and implementation.
SpeedBird is currently hiring, seeking qualified captains, first officers and many other aviation professionals as it pursues nationwide expansion.
