Russell Meyer, Former Cessna CEO and General Aviation Champion, Dies at 93
Russell W. Meyer Jr., the long-time chairman and CEO of Cessna Aircraft Company and a pivotal figure in general aviation, has passed away at the age of 93. Meyer led Cessna for decades, overseeing the immense success and expansion of the Citation family of business jets. He is widely celebrated for his instrumental role in championing the General Aviation Revitalization Act (GARA) of 1994. This landmark legislation is credited with reviving the U.S. production of piston-engine aircraft by limiting manufacturer liability, securing his legacy as an industry titan.
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