NAC's National Airlines names Rhodes Scholar president

BUFFALO, New York based National Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of National Air Cargo (NAC), has announced the appointment of Steven Harrison as president reporting directly to NAC president and CEO Preston Murray.

A Rhodes Scholar, Col Harrison (ret) received a BSc in aeronautical engineering from the US Air Force Academy, a MA in politics, philosophy and economics, and a MSc in engineering science from Oxford University, England, a MA in National Security Strategy, and various other curriculums during his career.

Charter-based National Airlines, employing 500, is in a period of rapid growth, including the recent expansion of its fleet, said a company statement. As president, Col Harrison will hold senior executive responsibility for all functions and facets of airline operations.

"Col Harrison had a highly distinguished career serving the Department of Defense" stated Christopher Alf, chairman of National Air Cargo Holdings Inc. "We're thrilled to have someone with his immense talent and record of leadership joining National. I have great confidence in his abilities to help lead this company as we expand our fleet and increase our capabilities in support of both the Department of Defense and the commercial sector."

In his new role, Col Harrison will be responsible for operations including fleet integration, quality, maintenance, supply chain/procurement, security, human resources, and finance and administration.

"We are in an extremely exciting and fast-paced period in our corporate evolution" said Mr Murray. "Col Harrison's expertise in aviation and military affairs will be a great asset to us during this period."

Before joining National Airlines, Col Harrison was deputy director for operational logistics, joint staff, J4. He has served as the commander, 89th Airlift Wing, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, where he was responsible for worldwide special air mission airlifts, logistics, aerial port and communications support for the President, Vice President, cabinet members, combatant commanders and other senior military and elected leaders as tasked by the White House, Air Force Chief of Staff and Air Mobility Command.
(Source:www.schednet.com)