American Virtual Promotes Jerry Taylor to Chief Training and Development Officer

Today American Virtual Expands the Executive Team promoting Jerry Taylor to Chief Training and
Development Officer.

American Virtual (AAVA), a leading virtual airline simulating real world operations of American
Airlines, today announced the promotion of Jerry Taylor to Chief Training and Development Officer.

In this new role, Taylor will head AAVA’s newly formed Training and Development department,
focused on implementing innovative programs to onboard new pilots and provide ongoing
education for AAVA’s existing roster of over 470 pilots. This appointment takes effect immediately.

Taylor brings many years of experience in flight simulation and administration to his new position.
He joined AAVA over 3 years ago, serving in various roles in Operations and Administration. In that
time, he gained a deep understanding of AAVA’s policies, procedures, policies, and mission.
As Chief Training and Development Officer, Taylor will leverage his experience to build world-class
education programs, ensuring AAVA’s pilots receive the most advanced and effective training.

“Jerry has been an invaluable member of the AAVA team for years, demonstrating strong leadership,
a pilot-first mentality, and a passion for innovation,” said Sean Jackson, CEO of American Virtual.
“In this new role, Jerry will have the opportunity to shape the future of training at AAVA and make a
lasting impact on all pilots on our roster. I have the utmost confidence in his ability to transform our
education programs and set new standards of excellence for our industry.”

In the newly created Training and Development department, Taylor will initially focus on initiatives
including implementing and managing AAVA’s new Cadet onboarding program to provide new pilots with an exceptional first experience using AAVA’s technology and training curriculum.

In a not-so-distant future, Taylor and his team will also focus on:

•Developing continuing education programs to help veteran AAVA pilots advance their skills and
work towards new certifications and endorsements.
•Leveraging adult learning techniques to create highly engaging and effective interactive lessons.

“I’m honored and thrilled to take on this new role at such an exciting time for AAVA,” said Taylor.
“Pilot training and education is very important, and I look forward to providing that special touch
that will set us further apart from other virtual airlines.”

Based in Dallas, TX, American Virtual provides professional flight simulation training and education
for over 470 pilots around the world. American Virtual is open to all virtual airline hobbyists.
For more information, visit https://americanva.net