Brian Gentz

Brian Gentz serves as the Senior Director of Aircraft Engineering at Spirit Airlines since October 2021. Prior to this role, Brian held positions including Senior Equipment Manager at Genesis AEC and Fleet Manager at JetBlue Airways, where responsibilities included overseeing the E190 fleet and managing entry into service for the A220 fleet, as well as leading program management for the A320/A321 cabin restyling. Brian's career also includes experience as a Systems Engineer at Cessna Aircraft Company. Educational qualifications consist of a BS in Aerospace Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, an MBA from Western Governors University, and ongoing studies toward a Doctor of Business Administration at Liberty University, specializing in Supply Chain Management & Logistics. Additional certifications include an Aircraft Maintenance - Airframe Certificate from Embry-Riddle and Private and Instrument Pilot Ratings from Epic Aviation.