PRESS RELEASE
New World Aviation, a premier Gulfstream MRO, aircraft management, and global charter provider, announced the appointment of Judson Brandt as Executive Vice President of Flight Operations for its New World Aircraft Management & Charter division.
Reporting directly to President and CEO Darrell Frey, Brandt will provide executive leadership for flight operations, aircraft management, and the Part 135 air carrier segment. He will serve as the primary market-facing executive for charter and management services, with full P&L accountability.
His mandate includes driving growth in aircraft management and charter operations through close partnership with the company’s industry-leading Gulfstream MRO division, delivering a seamless “total aircraft experience” that integrates world-class maintenance, professional management, and personalized luxury charter services for clients.
“New World Aviation’s integrated model — combining premier Gulfstream MRO capabilities with expert aircraft management and bespoke charter — creates a true end-to-end solution for aircraft owners and charter customers,” said Brandt. “I am thrilled to join the team and focus on expanding our management fleet, increasing utilization, and elevating the charter business while ensuring operational excellence and unmatched customer experiences across every stage of the aircraft lifecycle.”
Brandt brings more than 10,000 hours of flight experience as an Airline Transport Pilot with type ratings on the Gulfstream G-V, Citation 560XL/XLS, Learjet series, Boeing 747-400/8, 757/767, and others. He has held key leadership roles including Chief Pilot at Medway Air Ambulance and CEO/Captain at Priority Jet.
His background also includes line captain positions in FAR 121 international cargo operations on Boeing 747, 757, and 767 aircraft, as well as extensive VIP charter and oceanic experience. He is also an FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic with Inspection Authorization.
Prior to his recent aviation leadership positions, Brandt held senior executive roles in technology and consulting, including Chief Technology Officer at Bridgewater Associates, Partner/Managing Director at Accenture, Vice President of Consulting at Oracle Corporation, and earlier positions at Delta Air Lines, Rockwell Collins, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He holds an M.Ed. in Organizational Training and Development and a B.S. in Sociology from the University of Louisville and is a Distinguished Military Graduate and U.S. Army veteran (Major).
“Judson’s rare combination of elite Gulfstream operational expertise, proven Chief Pilot and executive leadership, and high-level business acumen makes him the ideal leader to accelerate our growth,” said Darrell Frey, President and CEO of New World Aviation. “We are confident he will strengthen our aircraft management and bespoke charter offerings, forge even tighter synergies with our MRO operations, and deliver the total aircraft experience our clients expect.”
About New World Aviation
Headquartered at Lehigh Valley International Airport (KABE) in Allentown, Pennsylvania, New World Aviation is an elite provider of Gulfstream-focused aircraft charter, management, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), and avionics services. The company is committed to safety, reliability, and exceptional customer service, offering integrated solutions that provide aircraft owners and charter clients with a seamless, end-to-end private aviation experience.