Fri, Aug 28, 2009
Has Led Product Development And Safety Units
Lycoming Engines announced Thursday that Michael Kraft will be
the new senior vice president and general manager, replacing Ian
Walsh who was promoted to Chief Innovation Officer at Textron
Systems. Lycoming is an operating unit of Textron Systems.
As Lycoming's senior vice president and general manager, Kraft
will oversee all aspects of the business, reporting to Fred
Strader, chief operating officer of Textron Systems. Formerly
Lycoming's vice president of Research, Development &
Engineering, Kraft led a high-performing team that accelerated
product development, while still meeting the company's high engine
safety and performance standards. He also led Lycoming's Air Safety
Investigation unit.
"Mike's work, along with that of the entire Lycoming team, has
helped Lycoming re-emerge as a recognized innovator and leader in
the General Aviation market," said Strader. "His first-hand
knowledge of customer needs and solid technology credentials will
help further strengthen Lycoming's capabilities and product lines,
positioning the business to grow as the market recovers."
Michael Kraft
"Lycoming is an outstanding company, full of talented people and
great products. We have a great history dating back to 1907 and a
bright future as we continue to service our proven engines and
introduce new cutting-edge engines that keep our customers flying
high," added Kraft.
Kraft joined Lycoming in 2007 following engineering and general
management positions at Andritz, GE Power Systems and GE Aircraft
Engines. He holds bachelor and master degrees in Aeronautics and
Astronautics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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