Aviation Personnel International

Aviation Personnel International Nobody knows people better than Aviation Personnel International (API).

Aviation Personnel International is the longest-running WOSB and WBE certified aviation recruiting firm, exclusively serving the hiring needs of flight departments in private and corporate aviation. As a recognized leader in the business aviation industry since 1971, our comprehensive personnel recruiting practice focuses on securing and developing the talent needed to succeed in business aviation

departments. C-suite executives, talent search professionals and aviation leaders rely on us for our proven ability to match top caliber aviation professionals based on talent, skills, values, cultural fit, work history and industry references.

Do you know someone in who’s so desperate to leave their current situation that they’re willing to take a step back in...
09/04/2026

Do you know someone in who’s so desperate to leave their current situation that they’re willing to take a step back in their career?

If so, ask them this question.

You may just be able to help them better understand their “why.”

At API, we talk with aviation professionals every day who are ready for something more. And “more” doesn’t always mean a...
08/21/2026

At API, we talk with aviation professionals every day who are ready for something more.

And “more” doesn’t always mean a bigger title.

It might mean working for a leader who trusts you or having more opportunity for impact. Maybe you’d finally achieve the work/life balance you’ve been missing.

Or maybe you want to learn something new, take on different responsibilities or join a team where you see a future.

So, yes, consider the title and compensation. But don’t stop there.

Think about who you’ll work for, how you’ll be treated and whether you’ll have room to grow. The right move isn’t always the one with the biggest title.

What matters most to you when considering your next career move?

Today, on National Aviation Day, we’re celebrating the industry we love—and the people who make it extraordinary.For all...
08/19/2026

Today, on National Aviation Day, we’re celebrating the industry we love—and the people who make it extraordinary.

For all of us at API, business aviation is more than an industry. It’s a community built on passion, professionalism and a shared commitment to keeping people moving safely around the world.

Every career has a beginning, and we’d love to hear yours.

Tell us: What was your first job in aviation?

What does it take to move your career forward in ?On Aug. 26, API’s Christine Wetherell will co-present with Jenny Show...
08/13/2026

What does it take to move your career forward in ?

On Aug. 26, API’s Christine Wetherell will co-present with Jenny Showalter at the Central Florida Business Aviation Association Annual Membership Meeting.

During their talk, “Climbing Higher: Leadership & Career Growth in Business Aviation,” hear practical insights on leadership, hiring, networking and the decisions that can shape long-term career growth.

If you’re thinking about your next step—or how to grow into a stronger leader—this conversation is for you!

Join us at the Orlando Executive Airport.

Register to attend: https://cfbaa.starchapter.com/meet-reg1.php?id=53

When someone retires or resigns, what really walks out the door with them?Years of technical expertise, trusted relation...
08/04/2026

When someone retires or resigns, what really walks out the door with them?

Years of technical expertise, trusted relationships, sound judgment and the knowledge that's never been documented—from why an SOP exists to how the boss likes difficult news delivered.

In her latest column, Jennifer E. Pickerel encourages business aviation leaders to think differently about succession planning.

It's not just about replacing a team member. It's about developing future leaders and intentionally transferring knowledge before a transition ever happens.

What's one piece of knowledge in your organization that would be difficult to replace?

Read the GlobalAir.com article: https://www.globalair.com/articles/replacing-the-person-is-the-easy-part/12525

If you've worked with Sheryl Barden, you know she has a way of bringing out the best in people.She challenges us to thin...
07/31/2026

If you've worked with Sheryl Barden, you know she has a way of bringing out the best in people.

She challenges us to think bigger, encourages us to keep growing and celebrates our successes as enthusiastically as her own.

She's endlessly creative, generous with her time and ideas and reminds us that a little humor can change the course of a day. She's usually the first one to prove it!

Beyond our team, Sheryl is one of the most respected thought leaders in business aviation. She generously shares her knowledge through her writing, speaking and industry leadership.

But to us, she's the person who genuinely cares, listens, mentors and creates opportunities for others to succeed.

Thank you, Sheryl, for your vision, your heart and the incredible culture you've created. Congratulations on your 25th work anniversary. We're grateful to be on this journey with you.

What if one hour a month could change someone's career?One hour of listening. One hour of sharing your experiences. One ...
07/28/2026

What if one hour a month could change someone's career?

One hour of listening.
One hour of sharing your experiences.
One hour of encouraging someone who's perhaps at a crossroads in their career.

In Sheryl Barden’s latest article, she shares why someone outside your own organization may be one of the most meaningful ways to invest in the future.

Read it here: https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2026-07-23/ainsight-investing-beyond-your-own-team-mentoring

If you've ever considered becoming a mentor—or finding one—apply to the NBAA Mentoring Network here: https://nbaa.org/professional-development/nbaa-mentoring-network/

Email replies like this never get old.We're grateful to everyone who reads, shares and starts conversations inspired by ...
07/23/2026

Email replies like this never get old.

We're grateful to everyone who reads, shares and starts conversations inspired by our newsletter.

Each month in Trending Topics, we explore the leadership, workforce and organizational issues shaping business aviation.

And we have special content dedicated just for job seekers.

If you're not already subscribed, we'd love to have you join us! Sign up here: https://apiaviation.com/newsletter

Which people challenge would make you pick up the red phone and call API?-- "I wish I *really* knew what my employees ar...
07/21/2026

Which people challenge would make you pick up the red phone and call API?

-- "I wish I *really* knew what my employees are thinking."
-- "Half of our workforce is retiring in 2-5 years."
- "Our pay is too low, and I need a business case for HR."

Last week at , those were three of the top responses during Sheryl and Jennifer's boardroom discussions with leaders.

Every attendee received a red phone. It wasn't just a prop—it represented the call flight departments can make when they're facing a difficult people challenge.

These are the conversations API has every day.

They don't start with a job opening. They start with a people challenge and a leader looking for a trusted advisor.

Whether it's leadership development, succession planning, compensation, retention, culture or organizational effectiveness, we're here to help leaders think through complex people issues before they become bigger problems.

Thank you to AIN Media Group for another outstanding Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit. We appreciate the opportunity to facilitate meaningful conversations, meet 1:1 with leaders and continue helping organizations build stronger teams.

If you're facing a people challenge, give API a call. Even if hiring isn't part of the conversation.

Sometimes, the biggest threat to your culture isn't your weakest employee. It's the one everyone likes.They're talented....
07/09/2026

Sometimes, the biggest threat to your culture isn't your weakest employee.

It's the one everyone likes.

They're talented. They're well connected. Everyone enjoys being around them.

But if they're fueling gossip, resisting change, or quietly undermining decisions, their influence can reshape your culture faster than you think.

When leaders excuse behaviors that undermine trust, accountability, or respect,
those behaviors become the standard.

Great cultures aren't built by chance.

They're built by the people you hire, develop and, when necessary, are willing to let go.

At API, we help Part 91 flight departments put the right people in the right seats—people who strengthen culture, not weaken it.

If you're building a high-performing team, we'd love to help.

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