J. Russell Gibson

J. Russell Gibson is a highly experienced pilot with a diverse background in aviation. Currently serving as a First Officer for Spirit Airlines since February 2019, J. Russell also operates as a Contract Pilot and Powered Parachute Flight Instructor with IFly4U since September 2012, managing various flight operations including international missions. Previous roles include Captain at Empire Airlines, where J. Russell flew ATR-42/72 for FedEx, and at First Flight Air Ambulance, ensuring rapid response capabilities for medical emergencies. Additional experience encompasses leadership as Captain and Director of Safety at Casino Airlines, along with significant tenure at Flexjet handling both piloting and customer service duties on LearJets and Challengers. J. Russell's foundational education includes an Associate's degree in Aviation from Alabama Aviation and Tech College and a high school diploma from Foley High School.