# Brookfield Aviation

Brookfield Aviation International is a UK-based aviation services company, that provides specialised services in pilot and engineer recruitment, aircraft leasing, and aviation management and finance.

## History

Brookfield Aviation was founded in 1993 by David George and Bernie Duffield. Since then, it has supplied more than 250 airlines and aviation companies. Its first client was Fokker Aircraft company in the Netherlands. In 1994, the company relocated from London to Epsom. By 1995, Brookfield Aviation had expanded its client base to include airlines in India, Europe, Africa and South America. During 1999–2000, the company hired over 40 JAT pilots in response to the war in Yugoslavia.
In the aftermath of 9/11, between 2001 and 2003, Brookfield Aviation acquired new clients in Russia, Ukraine, and Moldova. In 2002, Brookfield established Brookfield Railsearch and signed contracts with numerous railway companies.
By 2003, the aviation business recovered, and Brookfield recruited hundreds more pilots from Europe, the USA, and Brazil. In July 2005, the company moved to its current headquarters at 122a High Street, Epsom.
In 2007, the company conducted its first business tour of China, establishing relationships with airlines such as Hainan Airlines, Air China, Shanghai Airlines, and China Eastern. From 2009 to 2015, Brookfield Aviation established the Brookfield Aviation Foundation, raising funds for charitable causes. In 2010, Brookfield Aviation, in collaboration with Nouvelair Tunisie, established the Safe Flight Academy in Tunisia.
Between 2012 and 2013, Brookfield expanded its reach in the Asia Pacific region, acquiring new clients from national airlines in Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar. By this time, more than 2,500 pilots and engineers were operating under Brookfield contracts. In June 2015, co-founder Bernie Duffield died, and David George became the sole director of Brookfield Aviation and began building a new management team. In 2016, four new Brookfield companies were incorporated, including Brookfield Leasing, A.M.E., Far East, and Education. In February 2016, the first edition of Brookfield Aviation News was published, and in 2017, the inaugural "British Aviation Experience" event took place.
From 2016 to 2024, Brookfield continued to expand its teams in Colombia, Vietnam, India, and other countries. New clients during this period included British Airways, DHL, Avianca, Bombardier, Royal Jordanian, Lufthansa Technik, Turkish Airlines, and numerous airlines in the USA.
The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020–2021 led to widespread contract cancellations or suspensions, with most employees working remotely during that period. In 2023, Brookfield Leasing transitioned into Brookfield Aviation Finance, with new projects in aviation business sales, mergers and acquisitions, and aviation investment.

## Services

Brookfield Aviation International offers a wide range of services, including:
* Pilot Recruitment: Contract or permanent positions for Captains, Instructors, and First Officers across all commercial aircraft types.
* Engineer Recruitment: Contract or permanent recruitment of Licensed Engineers (B1/B2, C), Technicians, and Quality Assurance personnel.
* Aviation Management and Post Holder Recruitment: Staffing solutions for all aviation management departments.
* Aircraft Leasing: Providing ACMI, dry lease, or sales options for aircraft.
* Pilot and Engineering Development Programs: Specialised programs for the development and training of pilots and engineers.
* Aviation Finance: Financial services for aviation-related projects, including the buyout or sale of aerospace businesses and M&A transactions.
* The British Aviation Experience: A professional aviation program tailored for 14-18-year-olds.
* International Insurance: Offering coverage for aircraft, medical needs, and loss of licence.
* Leadership Coaching: Courses focused on leadership development within the aviation sector.