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Jad Donaldson
Director of Aviation at Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Jad Donaldson is an experienced aviation professional who previously served as the Director of Aviation at Harley-Davidson Motor Company.1 In this role, he led a small but highly effective flight department, emphasizing excellence and professional development.2 Donaldson was instrumental in achieving Stage III IS-BAO (International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations) certification for Harley-Davidson's aviation department, demonstrating their commitment to safety and operational excellence.12
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Donaldson showcased his strategic communication skills by keeping the flight department "front-and-center" with company leadership. He utilized the downtime to complete a virtual IS-BAO Stage 3 progressive audit, reinforcing the department's value and readiness.1
Currently, Jad Donaldson holds the position of Senior Director of Aviation at Charter Communications, based in White Plains, New York. He has been in this role since August 2022.36
Throughout his career, Donaldson has been actively involved in the business aviation community. He has participated in industry events, including sending members of his flight department to NBAA conventions and conferences.4 Donaldson has also shared his insights on workforce retention challenges in the aviation industry.5
