Charles Kirkland

Charles (Lindy) Kirkland has over 20 years of work experience in various roles and industries. Charles (Lindy) started their career in the US Marine Corps, serving as an AH-1J/T/W Cobra Pilot and later as an Executive Officer and Operations Officer for Marine Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1).

After leaving the military, they worked for the USMC Light/Attack Helicopters Program (PMA-276) as a H-1 Upgrades Deputy Program Manager.

In 2006, Kirkland joined Precise Systems as a Program Manager, where they worked until 2013. Charles (Lindy) then became the Sr. Vice President of the company.

Kirkland also contributed their expertise to the non-profit sector, serving as the Executive Vice President of The Air Care Alliance, an organization that supports public benefit flying.

In 2017, they were appointed Chairman of the Stafford Regional Airport Authority.

Charles (Lindy) Kirkland attended Auburn University from 1980 to 1984, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil Engineering. In 1990, they enrolled at Troy University and completed their Master of Science (MS) degree in Management in 1993.