Furkan Ozdemir

General Manager @ AVIASON

About

Strategic and results-driven aviation professional with over 10 years of experience in airport regulatory affairs, policy development, and international civil aviation compliance. Proven expertise in engaging with ICAO, IATA, Civil Aviation Authorities, and government institutions, ensuring regulatory alignment while shaping policy to support sustainable airport growth. Skilled in regulatory strategy, bilateral negotiations, stakeholder engagement, and governance frameworks across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Country

Türkiye

City

Ankara

Industry

Airlines/Aviation

Skill

Python (Programming Language), Tableau, University Teaching, CAA, Communication, Digital Strategy, Market Research, Sales, Startups, Project Management, Aviation Management, Route Development, Route Planning, Safety Management Systems, CRM, Business Development, Business-to-Business (B2B), Airlines, Civil Aviation, Air Transportation

Experience

General Manager

AVIASON

2026-2 - Present · 8 mos

Ankara, Türkiye

Part-time Instructor

Atilim University

2023-12 - Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

Ankara, Turkey

Senior Consultant

Aeroclass

2023-1 - 2025-11 · 2 yrs 11 mos

- Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and industry analysis to identify new business opportunities. - Develop strategic partnerships with airlines, airports, and regulatory authorities to provide aviation training and consultancy services. - Leads business negotiations and supports international expansion efforts. - Collaborates with marketing and finance teams to align training initiatives with business objectives. - Expand professional network by engaging with aviation stakeholders worldwide.

Turkish Directorate General of Civil Aviation- Aviation Expert

SHGM / Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü

2018-8 - 2023-1 · 4 yrs 6 mos

Ankara, Turkey

- Managed bilateral and multilateral air service agreements, ensuring compliance with ICAO and national regulations. - Represented the Turkish CAA in international aviation forums, including ICAO, ECAC, EUROCONTROL, and ECO. - Engaged with foreign governments and regulatory authorities to negotiate traffic rights, market access, and route approvals. - Monitored aeropolitical developments and provided strategic policy recommendations for aviation market expansion. - Led airline frequency allocations, slot negotiations, and foreign operating permit applications. - Conducted aviation security audits and ensured regulatory adherence for airlines and airports.

Aviation Specialist

Turkish Airlines

2014-7 - 2018-6 · 4 yrs

İstanbul, Türkiye

- Monitored international air transport policies and assessed their impact on Turkish Airlines' global network. - Provided strategic insights for market expansion and regulatory alignment.