New Zealand-based MRO and parts supplier Salus Aviation has announced the appointment of Rafael Graham as its Executive General Manager – Americas. In his new role, Graham will lead Salus Aviation activities across the Americas from the company’s office in Boulder City, Nevada, which also includes the Heli Parts Network team.
Before joining Salus Aviation, Graham enjoyed a long career in sales, business development and operations in various industries, most recently at CHC where he was Operational Director based in Houston, responsible for its Mexican operations and the FAA accountable manager. On the MRO side, he had sales responsibilities with CHC’s Heli One and line management responsibilities for CHC.
Commenting on the appointment, Salus Aviation CEO Greg Edmonds said: “The USA team is critical to the support we offer our global rotor and GA customers, and Rafael will be an effective leader to take the business forward. The Nevada-based business, along with our established facilities in New Zealand and South Africa are committed to providing outstanding MRO service and parts sales to our worldwide customers.”
