John Fristachi

John "Stash" Fristachi possesses extensive experience in aviation and strategic consulting, currently serving as the Senior Director of Business Development and Flight Research at Calspan Corporation and as the CEO of both Stash Ventures, LLC and Mermaid Floatplane Service, LLC. Stash Ventures specializes in aviation services, including business planning and Operational Risk Management. Previous roles include UPRT Instructor Pilot at Prevailance Aerospace, Tactical Flight Officer with the Virginia Beach Police Department, founding member of AirSight Global, and Market Developer at ADS, Inc., where significant revenue growth was achieved. Stash's military experience includes senior operational roles with the USS Theodore Roosevelt Aircraft Carrier Strike Group and the USS George Washington, demonstrating leadership in complex aviation environments. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the United States Naval War College, and graduate training from the U.S. Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN).