Boeing Appoints Don Ruhmann as New Chief Aerospace Safety Officer
Boeing has appointed Don Ruhmann as its new Chief Aerospace Safety Officer, effective immediately. Ruhmann brings extensive experience in aviation and has held critical roles within Boeing, including overseeing major projects like the 777 and 787 programs.
Created in 2021, the role is part of Boeing’s Global Aerospace Safety program, aimed at enhancing safety across the company. Ruhmann replaces Mike Delaney, who retired after nearly 40 years at Boeing, and will assist with the transition. Ruhmann will report directly to CEO Kelly Ortberg.
“Don’s expertise in airplane design, certification, and relationships with global regulators makes him ideally suited to lead and strengthen Boeing’s safety culture,” Ortberg said.
Ruhmann’s career at Boeing spans over three decades, having served in various leadership roles. He previously served as vice president of Development Programs for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, overseeing the management of new airplane derivatives. Ruhmann also held engineering leadership roles on the 787 and 777X programs.
Boeing has been working to rebuild trust following the two 737 MAX crashes that exposed flaws in its safety processes. With Ruhmann’s leadership, Boeing aims to strengthen its safety culture and continue progress on improving its manufacturing and safety practices.
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Sources: AirGuide Business, airguide.info, simpleflying.com