StandardAero names Paul McElhinney CEO effective Oct. 1, 2026; Russell Ford to retire

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  • StandardAero set a CEO transition, with Russell Ford retiring as CEO effective Oct. 1, 2026.
  • Lead independent director Paul McElhinney was appointed CEO; he is a senior operating partner at AE Industrial Partners.
  • McElhinney previously led GE Power Services, a $15 billion aftermarket business, and GE Aviation Services.
  • Ford will remain executive chairman through Dec. 31, 2026; McElhinney is set to become chairman on Jan. 1, 2027.


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