VANCOUVER, BC – [March 17, 2026] – Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ranbir Singh, Director, Regional Airlines and Markets at Air Canada, to CAAM’s National Board. Ranbir’s appointment marks another important step forward in CAAM’s mission to help shape a safe, sustainable, and integrated Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) ecosystem across Canada.
Ranbir brings a unique perspective shaped by a 15+ year aviation journey that began on the frontlines of airport operations. As his career advanced, Ranbir moved into leadership positions managing station performance and disruption response. He later transitioned into Air Canada’s network planning and scheduling functions, where he played a key role in regional fleet planning and the launch of new routes across Canada and the United States.
Today, as Director, Regional Airlines and Markets, Ranbir leads Air Canada’s capacity purchasing agreements with partners such as Jazz Aviation and PAL Airlines, and serves as a key liaison between Air Canada and dozens of regional communities nationwide. His experience across operations, planning, and regional connectivity aligns closely with CAAM’s mission to support AAM implementation in Canada.
“Ranbir brings an exceptional blend of hands-on aviation experience and strategic leadership to our National Board,” said JR Hammond, Executive Director of CAAM. “His journey through the different layers of airline operations gives him a rare and grounded understanding of what it takes to move regional air mobility forward in Canada. That perspective will be invaluable as CAAM moves closer to AAM operations in 2028. We’re thrilled to have his expertise guiding us on the CAAM National Board.”
“I am very pleased to participate in the important work CAAM is doing to promote the safe operation of advanced aerial technology in Canada,” said Ranbir Singh, Director, Regional Airlines and Markets. “Air Canada has for a number of years been engaged with the AAM industry, which holds great promise to complement our services to facilitate the transport of people and cargo in Canada where vast distances and a low population density make traditional air transport challenging in some regions.”
Ranbir’s appointment follows the transition of Ameet Sareen, former General Manager of Global Drone Strategy Cargo at Air Canada Cargo, who is stepping down from CAAM’s National Board after years of dedicated support and service.
CAAM extends its sincere appreciation to Ameet for his leadership, support, and commitment to advancing AAM in Canada.
“On behalf of the entire CAAM ecosystem, I want to sincerely thank Ameet for the years of time, energy, and leadership he brought to our National Board,” said Hammond. “Ameet played an important role in strengthening CAAM’s national presence and advancing critical conversations that continue to shape Canada’s AAM ecosystem. We’re grateful for his commitment and the meaningful impact he’s had in helping move the needle forward.”
About Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM)
Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM) is the national industry association for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) in Canada. As a federal not-for-profit, CAAM leads the responsible, sustainable, and innovative integration of AAM across the country. CAAM has partnered with over 200+ organizations including industry, academia, private capital and all three levels of government to launch projects aimed at operationalizing the AAM industry. CAAM serves as the unified voice and driving force behind Canada’s growing AAM ecosystem.
About Air Canada
Air Canada is Canada’s largest airline, the country’s flag carrier and a founding member of Star Alliance, the world’s most comprehensive air transportation network. Air Canada provides scheduled service directly to more than 180 airports in Canada, the United States and Internationally on six continents. It holds a Four-Star ranking from Skytrax. Air Canada’s Aeroplan program is Canada’s premier travel loyalty program, where members can earn or redeem points on the world’s largest airline partner network of 45 airlines, plus through an extensive range of merchandise, hotel and car rental partners. Through Air Canada Vacations, it offers more travel choices than any other Canadian tour operator to hundreds of destinations worldwide, with a wide selection of hotels, flights, cruises, day tours, and car rentals. Its freight division, Air Canada Cargo, provides air freight lift and connectivity to hundreds of destinations across six continents using Air Canada’s passenger and freighter aircraft. Air Canada’s climate-related ambition includes a long-term aspirational goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. For additional information, please see Air Canada’s TCFD disclosure. Air Canada shares are publicly traded on the TSX in Canada and the OTCQX in the US.
Media Contacts
Canadian Advanced Air Mobility (CAAM)
David Dong
Marketing Manager
Air Canada
Kevin Mio
Principal, Corporate Communications
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