Derek Goad

Derek Goad has had a successful career in the aviation industry, holding various technical and management positions at companies such as AerCap, ILFC, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and Trans World Airlines. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from The University of Kansas, Derek's roles have included Director, Manager, Senior Director, and most recently, Vice President & Head of Technical Americas at AerCap. Derek's responsibilities have included fleet planning, fleet transactions, corporate development, and aircraft acquisitions.