Russell Meyer, Former Cessna CEO and Champion of General Aviation, Dies at 93
Russell W. Meyer Jr., the influential former chairman and CEO of Cessna Aircraft Company, has passed away at the age of 93. During his nearly three-decade tenure, he oversaw the immense growth of the Citation business jet family, establishing Cessna as a global leader. Meyer is most celebrated for his pivotal role in championing the 1994 General Aviation Revitalization Act (GARA). This landmark legislation is widely credited with reviving the U.S. light aircraft industry by reforming product liability laws. His leadership and advocacy left an indelible mark on the entire general aviation sector.
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