Alex Investment Group (AIG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Can Şaşmaz as CEO of Falcon, its private aviation group.
Graduate of Istanbul Technical University with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Şaşmaz’s career spans over three decades in aviation industry. He held several positions prior to joining Falcon, notably at Turkish Technic as Executive Vice President of Operations (2010-2016), General Manager in TSI Seat Industries (2016-2017), General Manager at BE-AERO (2017-2024) and Vice President in MNG Technic (2003-2010).
His expertise in maintenance, repair, overhaul and manufacturing operations come at a time when Falcon unveils its new world-class MRO facility at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Şaşmaz will take responsibility for the other Falcon brands, including Falcon Luxe (private jet fleet), Falcon Elite (fixed base operator) and Falcon Flight Support.
“Can Şaşmaz is an exceptional leader who has been in the aviation industry for many years. I am confident that his experience and achievement within the aviation sector speak for themselves, best illustrated by his remarkable success in his previous roles. I am convinced that his entrepreneurial talent and creativity will add significant momentum to our aviation brands,” commented Mr. Sultan Rashit, Chairman of Alex Investment Group.
