The Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety provides research, education and industry engagement to promote global aviation and aerospace safety. Our center proactively identifies and addresses key safety challenges.

Artistic rendering of The Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety on the Daytona Beach campus, expected to open in 2024.
Vision
Be the global leader for enhancing aviation and aerospace safety.
Mission
Promote, lead and foster collaboration among academic and industry leaders, focusing on research, education, training and consulting that will enhance aviation and aerospace safety.
Key Objectives
- Provide quality education and training to support safety awareness.
- Lead and conduct relevant research and consulting projects to enhance safety.
- Support innovation and safety thought leadership.
Leadership Team
Robert L. Sumwalt
Executive Director
Kristy Kiernan
Associate Director
Ryan Wallace
Associate Professor
David Ryan
Executive Director, Robertson Safety Institute
Sarah Ochs
Director of Professional Programs
Rosa Biondi
Senior Administrative Assistant
Advisory Board
Kathy Abbott
Chief Scientific and Technical Advisor for Flight Deck Human Factors, FAA
Shelly deZevallos
President, West Houston Airport
Bradley Elstad
Vice President of Corporate Safety, Security and Compliance, Republic Airways
Dan Elwell
President, Elwell & Associates
Lauren Haertlein
Aviation Regulatory Counsel, Zipline
Craig Hoskins
Vice President of Safety, Security and Technical Affairs, Airbus Americas, Inc.
Richard McSpadden
Senior Vice President, AOPA Air Safety Institute
Terry McVenes
President and CEO, RTCA, Inc.
Houston Mills
Vice President of Flight Operations and Safety, UPS
Lacey Pittman
Vice President of Global Aviation Safety Initiatives, The Boeing Company
Bobbi Wells
Vice President of Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Compliance, American Airlines
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Donations to The Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety Fund for Excellence will be utilized for faculty development, curriculum innovation, student enrichment, and capital equipment.