Aviation is booming In South-East Asia, and the ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) business model is getting more popular. How does it differ from traditional carriers? And what is it like to work for an “airline for airlines”?

Some decisions take months of planning, while others can happen in an instant. For Vytautas Kazukauskas, CFO of Avion Express Brasil, the choice to move to Brazil was made in just 30 minutes. After a quick discussion with his wife, he embraced the opportunity to lead a new venture in a country he had always wanted to experience. With years of growth within the Avia Solutions Group and a passion for exploring new cultures, taking on a leadership role in Brazil felt like a natural next step.

Meet Kurt Jensen, Station Manager at Aviator in Tromsø Airport, AKA “King of the North,” who was recently named Employee of the Year in the Game-changer category. This recognition left him feeling surprised and humbled but also very happy. “It’s such an honor to receive this award, especially considering how many talented people I work alongside,” Kurt shares.