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Heart Aerospace names Simon Newitt as President

Heart Aerospace names Simon Newitt as President.
Simon Newitt is not new to Heart Aerospace; he has been serving as the Chief Commercial Officer since 2022.

Simon Newitt in his new role as the President of Heart Aerospace, will be tasked with shaping and managing the company’s expanding organization.

Heart Aerospace, a pioneering company in the electric aviation sector, has announced the appointment of Simon Newitt as President. In his new role, Simon will be tasked with shaping and managing the company’s expanding organization. The creation of the President position within Heart Aerospace demonstrates the company’s recognition of the need for strong leadership to manage its expansion. As Heart Aerospace works on developing the ES-30 electric airplane, Simon Newitt’s comprehensive understanding of the company’s goals and operations will be instrumental in driving success.

Heart Aerospace is at the forefront of designing and building the ES-30 electric airplane, pushing the boundaries of technology while contributing to a more sustainable future. The company’s mission is to create the world’s most eco-friendly, cost-effective, and accessible mode of transportation. This vision is anchored in the belief that electric air travel will redefine regional flights, playing a transformative role in addressing the aviation industry’s sustainability challenges.

Anders Forslund, founder and Chief Executive, Heart Aerospace, said, “We are designing and building the ES-30 electric airplane, and at the same time, we are building the machine that builds the machine – our company. In his new role, Simon will ensure a dynamic and effective organization as we continue to scale the company.”

Simon Newitt is not new to Heart Aerospace; he has been serving as the Chief Commercial Officer since 2022. The elevation of Simon to the role of President underscores Heart Aerospace’s commitment to nurturing internal growth and enhancing operational efficiency. In this dual role, Simon will not only lead the internal operations of the company but also contribute to the strategic direction and overarching vision of Heart Aerospace.

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Heart Aerospace envisions electric air travel as the future norm for regional flights. By developing innovative electric aircraft solutions, the company is actively addressing the aviation industry’s sustainability challenges. With Simon Newitt at the helm as President, Heart Aerospace is poised to further advance its mission of revolutionizing air travel and contributing to a greener, more accessible transportation landscape.