Teamwork and Leadership. Almost every company touts its ability and expertise in these areas. But what distinguishes a company that truly exhibits an inherent dedication to teamwork and leadership is the face of its team and the quality of its leadership … its unrelenting commitment to accountability … and an abiding focus on its mission.
At Piper Aircraft, teamwork is more than flavor of the week. It is what we do. The men and women who design … develop … build … market … sell …and service our airplanes and their components are a true team marked by unqualified pride in the hand-built aircraft they produce every day.
Leading such a motivated team takes special qualities. It requires more than just a commitment to the business of aviation. It requires an enduring passion for aviation itself.
Simon Caldecott
President/CEO
Simon Caldecott was named President and CEO of Piper Aircraft in October, 2011. He joined Piper in 2009 as was formerly the Vice President of Operations. With more than 37 years in aviation, Caldecott is a seasoned and successful aerospace executive...
Francis J. Harkins
V.P. General Counsel
Francis Harkins joined Piper in 2006 as Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. Previously he served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Utilicom Networks, LLC, a cable television, internet and...
Michael Hinderberger
VP Engineering
Piper named Michael Hinderberger Vice President of Engineering in January 2011. He is responsible for all engineering and new product development. Hinderberger has also managed aircraft certification programs, production implementation and customer...
John Calcagno
VP Finance
John Calcagno joined Piper in March 2010 as Corporate Controller and has steadily increased his contribution to the Company’s success. In May 2011, John was named Vice President of Finance. John is responsible for Financial Reporting...