Aviation Industry Mourns the Passing of Russ Meyer, Visionary Former Cessna CEO
The aviation industry is mourning the loss of Russ Meyer, the former chairman and CEO of Cessna Aircraft Company and a titan of business aviation. Meyer is celebrated for his transformative leadership, which spanned several decades. He was a pivotal force behind the 1994 General Aviation Revitalization Act, landmark legislation that enabled Cessna to restart production of its single-engine piston aircraft. Meyer also spearheaded the development and global success of the iconic Citation family of business jets. The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) remembered him as a legendary figure whose vision profoundly shaped the industry.
Official Source: https://nbaa.org/2026-press-releases/nbaa-mourns-the-passing-of-aviation-visionary-russ-meyer/