Aviation and infrastructure development
An aviator and entrepreneur, Francisco Lyra works in aircraft operations and airport infrastructure origination. He was involved in originating projects including Catarina and GATGRU.
He also works in professional education and industry research through Escola Superior do Ar and Instituto Brasileiro de Aviação. At CFLY, he leads project development and relationships with partners and investors.
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Partner and director of operations · chief pilot
A graduate of FlightSafety Academy in the United States, Cadu Valle has worked in aviation since 1995. He is a captain on business jets, turboprops and helicopters, with experience in operations management and team development.
At CFLY, he is director of operations and chief pilot. His experience with Gulfstream, Phenom and King Air aircraft helps owners select an aircraft and manage its operation.
Partner and chief financial officer
Decio Yoshimoto works in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, financing and risk. His experience includes projects involving General Motors and Brookfield/Brascan, in Brazil and internationally.
An engineering graduate of Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia with an MBA from Ohio State University, he leads the financial appraisal and structuring of CFLY's projects and transactions.
LinkedIn profileUsage, budget and operating conditions come before any aircraft or project recommendation.
Clear scope, responsibilities, partners and next steps for everyone involved.
Involvement in negotiations, implementation and day-to-day operations, within the agreed scope.