Mark Page

Mark Page is a prominent aerospace engineer and aerodynamicist, currently serving as the Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at JetZero, a role he has held since March 2021. Before his tenure at JetZero, he was the Vice President and Chief Scientist at DZYNE Technologies from December 2012 until March 2022, where he co-founded the company and contributed significantly to various innovative aerospace projects.

Professional Background

• DZYNE Technologies (2012-2022): As Vice President and Chief Scientist, Page was instrumental in designing advanced aircraft concepts, including the Ascent 1000, a blended wing body jetliner aimed at revolutionizing business aviation with enhanced fuel efficiency and passenger capacity. He also worked on the Rotorwing, an electric VTOL UAV that integrates features of both fixed-wing and rotorcraft designs.13

• JetZero (2021-Present): At JetZero, he continues to push the boundaries of aerospace technology, focusing on sustainable aviation solutions.23

• Swift Engineering (2006-2012): Prior to DZYNE, Page served as Chief Scientist at Swift Engineering, where he led aerodynamics design for various UAVs and racecars.13

• Academic Contributions: Mark Page has also had a significant academic career as an Adjunct Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Southern California from 1997 to 2014, teaching courses in aircraft design and coaching student teams.23

Education

Mark Page earned his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign between 1974 and 1979. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his extensive career in aerospace engineering.12

Key Achievements

• Co-founded DZYNE Technologies and led innovative projects that focus on next-generation aircraft design.
• Developed the modern blended wing body configuration during his time at McDonnell Douglas, which has influenced contemporary aircraft designs.
• Contributed to various high-profile aerospace programs and held leadership roles across multiple organizations in the aerospace sector.

Mark Page's extensive experience and contributions make him a notable figure in the field of aerospace engineering, particularly in the areas of UAV design and innovative aircraft configurations.