Jim Michalenko

Jim Michalenko has extensive experience in the aviation industry, currently serving as the Manager of Fleet Liaison Engineering for American Airlines since April 2015, where responsibilities include collaboration with fleet engineering, maintenance, and aircraft manufacturers. Prior to this role, Jim worked at US Airways from 1988 to 2015, holding various positions such as Manager of Fleet Reliability for Airbus and Boeing aircraft, and overseeing maintenance operations and quality control. Earlier career experience includes roles at Eastern Airlines, where Jim served as Maintenance Control Supervisor and Aircraft Mechanic. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Thomas Edison State University and an Airframe & Powerplant License from Riverside School of Aeronautics.