Christopher Jones brings extensive Aviation sales expertise to ATR Americas leadership.
ATR, the leading regional aircraft manufacturer globally, has appointed Christopher Jones as Head of Region Americas, effective July 1, 2024. Additionally, he will serve as Managing Director & President of ATR Americas, Inc., starting August 1, 2024. In his new position, Christopher Jones reports directly to Alexis Vidal, Senior Vice President Commercial, and will be based at ATR’s facilities in Miami, Florida.
Christopher brings over 30 years of commercial aircraft sales experience, having held senior roles at Airbus, Bombardier, and British Aerospace. Previously, he served as Chief Commercial Officer at Aero Design Labs in Texas, where he led revenue growth and secured a key partnership with Delta Air Lines.
Before joining Aero Design Labs, Christopher served as Senior Vice President Customers for Airbus North America. In this role, he oversaw sales and commercial strategy for major airlines in the region, handling aircraft like the A330neo, A350, A321neo/LR/XLR, and A220. His tenure at Airbus spanned two decades, emphasizing extensive experience in aviation sales and strategy.
During his tenure at Bombardier, Christopher directed North American sales campaigns for the C-Series (A220). These efforts secured commitments from JetBlue and Breeze, along with additional sales of the CRJ-900 to Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. Additionally, his experience at British Aerospace and Bombardier has provided him with a deep understanding of the regional airline industry.
Christopher has cultivated enduring relationships with airline customers, suppliers, lessors, and consultants, characterized by high integrity. Moreover, he excels in building customer-centric teams and nurturing talent in aerospace careers. Having arrived in the USA in 1990 as a commercial apprentice with British Aerospace in Hatfield, England, he holds a degree in Business and Finance from the University of Hertfordshire.
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In his roles as Head of Region Americas and Managing Director & President of ATR Americas, Inc., Christopher will play a crucial role in advancing ATR’s presence in the region, particularly in the US, and supporting the company’s clientele.
Q. – What roles will Christopher Jones assume at ATR?
A. – Head of Region Americas and Managing Director & President of ATR Americas, Inc.
Q. – Where will Christopher Jones be based?
A. – At ATR’s facilities in Miami, Florida.
