Garrett Ackerman

Garrett Ackerman is an experienced airline operations professional currently serving as the Director of Operational Control & Performance at Avelo Airlines since September 2025. Prior to this role, Garrett held various positions at Frontier Airlines, including Senior Manager of Dispatch and Dispatch Manager, where responsibilities encompassed shift management, regulatory compliance, and operational control system transitions. Previous experience includes overseeing dispatch operations at Pinnacle Airlines, Colgan Air, and other aviation companies, with notable accomplishments in enhancing training programs, achieving compliance in audits, and improving operational metrics for flight dispatch. Garrett holds a B.A. in Aviation Management from The Ohio State University and has completed additional training relevant to flight operations.