Ryan Aaron

Ryan Aaron is an experienced experimental test pilot currently with Leonardo Helicopters, where they plan and execute flight test activities for various helicopter models. Previously, Ryan served as a flight test pilot at Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation, focusing on unmanned Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft. With over 20 years of service as a Naval Aviator, they held multiple leadership and instructional roles, including Senior Rotary-Wing Instructor at the United States Naval Test Pilot School. Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the Naval Postgraduate School.