James Yapp

James Yapp is a Flight Test Engineer and the Head of Flight Test Engineering at ZeroAvia, where they oversee critical flight testing operations. With a Master of Engineering in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Southampton, James has a robust background in Flight Test, Systems Engineering, and Trials Management. They possess extensive experience leading technical teams and managing complex projects across various domains, including Defence and Civilian sectors. Previously, James held key positions at Roke Manor Research and Dstl, demonstrating their expertise in stakeholder engagement and project management.