Aeros Expands Leadership Team with Key Appointments in Sales & Marketing, Operations and Maintenance

Aeros Flight Training is pleased to announce a series of key appointments as the business continues to invest in its people, operations, and student experience.

Sarah Champneys joins as Head of Sales and Marketing, a newly created role that marks an exciting step in Aeros’ ongoing growth. Sarah brings a wealth of experience in aviation and commercial marketing, with a track record of building high-performing teams and delivering student-focused strategies. Her appointment will shape how Aeros connects with prospective pilots, partners, and the wider aviation community.

Joining Sarah is Sophie Smith, appointed as Training Advisor. Sophie, who previously worked within operations at Aeros, will be a key point of contact for future students, guiding them through their training journey from first enquiry to take-off.

The Operations function is also being strengthened with an expanded role for Kim Bennett, who takes on responsibility for both the operations teams and student support as Senior Operations Manager. Kim’s deep knowledge of the business and her student-first mindset make her ideally placed to lead both teams through the next stage of development.

Also new to the Aeros team is Tom Hay, who joins as Maintenance Base Manager. A keen aviator himself, Tom now leads Aeros’ aircraft maintenance facility and is responsible for the care and upkeep of the Aeros training fleet, as well as supporting a growing number of customer aircraft.

Nick Dunn, CEO of Aeros Flight Training, commented: “These appointments reflect our continued commitment to strengthening the business and investing in the people who make Aeros what it is. We’re building a team that’s not only operationally strong but deeply connected to our students and their success. It’s an exciting time for the company, and I’m confident this next chapter will bring even more growth, innovation, and opportunity for everyone involved."

Together, these new roles and expanded responsibilities signal a clear focus on collaboration, communication, and delivering the best possible experience for Aeros students, staff, and partners.

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About Aeros Flight Training

Aeros Flight Training is one of the UK’s most established modular pilot training academies. With bases across the country (Cardiff, Gloucester, Leeds & Wellesbourne) and a proven track record of helping students achieve commercial licences, Aeros offers flexible, high-quality training programmes led by experienced instructors. The academy prides itself on a supportive learning environment, a fleet of well-maintained aircraft, and a commitment to helping students reach their aviation goals.

What sets Aeros apart in the industry is its commitment to breaking down barriers to train. With no bulky prepayments* and a pay as you learn strategy, students don’t need to raise significant funds up front. Many choose to ‘earn as they learn’, meaning the industry benefits from Pilots who’ve demonstrated resilience and determination.

Aeros delivers a full suite of recreational and professional modular flight training courses in addition to its flagship Fastrack course, combining the benefits of modular training with flexible scheduling and it’s pay as you go pricing.

Aeros students can achieve, both UK CAA or dual UK CAA & EASA licences.

*Students are required to pay a modest enrolment fee to secure training places, but no high value or repeat prepayment are requested or required.

Media Enquiries: 

Sarah Champneys

Head of Sales & Marketing

marketing@aeros.co.uk