Future Leader Award

NATA Recognizes the Next Generation of Aviation Business Leaders

NATA wants to encourage and recognize aviation business professionals who make significant contributions to our industry and serve as guiding lights for the next generation. This award is given to an individual who has shown outstanding promise, passion, and professionalism within the general aviation community.

Current Recipient

2023 – Roman Ibarra Mendez, General Manager, Desert Jet Center

Past Recipient

2021/2022 – Shae Helling, Director of FBO Operations & Marketing, Bismarck Aero Center
2019 – Jessica Naor, COO, GrandView Aviation
2018 – Michael Hushek, FBO Manager, Naples Aviation