Andres Restrepo
President of Avenger Flight Group
Andres Restrepo, a seasoned professional with a 22-year track record in the aviation training industry, now leads Avenger Flight Group (AFG) as President, overseeing the company's global operations and strategic direction. With responsibility for all departments, Andres provides visionary leadership and ensures the company continues its trajectory of growth and innovation.
During his 12-year tenure at AFG, Andres has been instrumental in shaping the company’s success, driving its expansion into new markets and strengthening its position as a leader in flight simulation services. As President, he is tasked with steering AFG’s long-term strategy, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and sustainable growth. His role requires setting the company’s vision and direction, ensuring alignment with key stakeholders, and maintaining a strong focus on innovation and market leadership. Additionally, Andres oversees the financial performance of the company, optimizing resource allocation, and driving profitability through sound financial management.
In his capacity as President, Andres also focuses, overseeing risk management, regulatory compliance, and ensuring that ethical practices are upheld across the organization. He plays a key role in fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, leading AFG’s global workforce, while attracting and retaining top talent in the industry. Maintaining strong relationships with customers, partners, and industry regulators, he represents AFG in high-level negotiations and key industry forums, ensuring the company’s interests are effectively promoted.
Before joining AFG, Andres spent a decade at Pan Am International Flight Academy, where he honed his expertise in flight crew training and Training Center Operations, managing complex operations and regulatory communications. Andres holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida International University, providing him with a strong foundation for managing the technical and operational aspects of the aviation industry.