In the words of those who flew with him

Owning a Phenom 300 for seven years was a rewarding experience, made significantly better by the expertise of Russ Bird and Global Aircraft Consulting. When the aircraft was delivered in 2015, Russ’s deep knowledge of Embraer deliveries, from Phenom 100s to Legacy 500s, was invaluable. The process, with its complexities and attention to detail, was handled seamlessly thanks to his extensive experience.

Russ managed the aircraft throughout my ownership, ensuring exceptional reliability and an impressive dispatch rate. His organizational skills and extensive network in the MRO space proved to be indispensable assets.

As an added benefit, Russ served as a mentor pilot, helping to build confidence and skill during the initial transition to jet ownership. Drawing on his experience as an international captain on the 777 for American Airlines, he generously shared his expertise, greatly enhancing my abilities as a pilot.

Beyond his professional capabilities, Russ stands out as a thoughtful and high-quality individual. Over the years, he became both a trusted resource and a good friend. His dedication, professionalism, and character make him an outstanding choice for anyone seeking guidance in general aviation. Russ has my highest recommendation.

Thanks to Global Aircraft Consulting, my transition from the Airline world to a Business jet was a very easy process.

From delivery to one on one training on our Aircraft it was a very fun and fulfilling experience for us and my team.

I want to thank Russ (CEO) for personally taking our case in his expert hands, helping my team and newly formed flight department to manage and understand our needs in our very special Operation.

Russ Bird was a great mentor and entry into service instructor when my company purchased our Phenom 300. Russ’s knowledge of the Phenom and the people and processes at Embraer could not have been more helpful. Since those days we’ve used Russ numerous times as a contractor. His professionalism, knowledge, and integrity are second to none in this business.

I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Russ for a few long trips from California to Greece with numerous countries and stops in between. Not only did he prep everything thoroughly and help make my first Atlantic crossing as smooth as it can be, he also taught me invaluable lessons and techniques along the way. Our time spent both in the cockpit and out on the road in foreign places was a memorable one. Russ is a safe and reliant pilot with plenty of experience under his belt. I would not hesitate to call for his services again. Thanks Russ!

Blue Skies and Tail Winds, Scott Barros

Russ is a professional aviator to the highest degree! He has an extensive background in airline and corporate flying, to include instruction and contract work in multiple types of aircraft. He’s humble and has a teacher’s heart; Captain Russ has the ability to increase safety in your operation as he works to maximize the potential of the aircraft, as well as the one operating it. He’s a reliable man of integrity and I’d trust our equipment and our passengers in his capable hands. Consider Russ for your contracting and consulting needs!

Over the last year, I have flown with Captain Russ Bird both in training at CAE and in our family owned Phenom 300E. Russ is a highly trained and experienced career pilot in command. He is soft spoken and thorough with emphasis on preparation and safety. Russ is a pleasure to be with and a pilot I trust with the safety of my family. He has been and hopefully will continue to be of great service to our flight department.

Global Aircraft and Russ, provide an outstanding service for aircraft delivery, entry-into-service, pilot training and aircraft operation.

The vast flying experience Russ has (including our Embraer products), as well as his outstanding regulatory and product knowledge, results in a safe, efficient, relaxed and delightful customer journey.

I would recommend him wholeheartedly, and do so!

I have had the pleasure to meet Russ Bird for several days. His knowledge and personality are amazing and I would highly recommend him to anyone.

I had the pleasure of meeting Russ Bird on a trip to Brazil to pick up a new Phenom 300 from the Embraer Factory and fly it back to the US in 2017. There was so much to learn and to cover in order to make a trip like that even possible. Russ not only had every single aspect of the trip preplanned, he made the journey fun and safe and memorable. I soon learned how fortunate I was to have met someone who would turn out to be a life-long treasured friend and mentor.

Russ also got up in buckets and inspected every inch of our plane from above and then on crawlers down below and checked every door, switch, latch, button etc until we were satisfied that plane was ready for us to fly home. We even found the co-pilot oxygen mask wasn’t even connected and just dangled when it was pulled out to be tested. That could have been catastrophic crossing an ocean with no way to get oxygen to a pilot in case of a loss of cabin pressure. Russ also happens to be an extremely talented pilot and mentoring captain. My advice to anyone thinking of traveling and flying with Russ is simple. Do it.

Global Aircraft has taken delivery of 4-5 aircraft for Mr Winston through the years. He has so much faith in my services that he gives me power of attorney to inspect and close on the aircraft. Here is an excerpt from him.

Will see you soon and also appreciate the friendship. I tell everyone, Russ is a good as it gets!

I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Russ Bird since 1976. We have flown jets together, worked on aircraft sales transactions together and collaborated on aircraft maintenance and refurbishments together.

Russ is a man of unquestionable character and integrity, astute business instincts, and is by far the best pilot I have known in my 50+ year career. I highly recommend using Russ and Global Aircraft for any of your aviation needs.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Russ after receiving my EMB550 type rating. We flew multiple legs around the country and Russ was a true professional through and through. I came away from the experience with confidence and a deeper appreciation of the abilities and nuances of the airplane. Thank you Russ for all your help.

With the arrival of our new Praetor we needed a qualified mentor pilot. We were fortunate to contact Russ Bird at globalaircraft.us. Russ is a very experienced and knowledgeable pilot on the Praetor and Phenom. You are always going to have systems questions on any new aircraft. Russ either had the answer or knew right where to go to get the answer. I generally find the more confident an instructor is the easier it is for them to train and share their knowledge with you. It goes without saying that any future needs for mentor or contract services Russ and Globalaircraft.us will be our first and only call.

I have known Russ for over a decade now. We met, and flew together when I was a Senior Demonstration Pilot for Embraer Executive Aircraft. I cannot say enough great things about Russ; personally or professionally. As a pilot, his experience, patience, and professionalism is second to none! I consider him to be a mentor of mine. As a friend, he is fiercely loyal, a man of God, and always has your back. Russell Bird is a Prince of a Man.

I have known Captain Russ Bird for almost 20 years since our days at our old airline. Russ has always been a constant most professional Aviator imaginable. In addition Russ is one of the most honest reliable, decent human beings on earth. The best compliment I can pay another pilot is that I will fly with Russ anytime anywhere.

As the former Manager/Chief Pilot of Embraer Executive Flight Operations, I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Russ for over a decade. We have utilized his services as both a Pilot working as a contractor for the company (Demonstration Flights, New Airplane Ferry Flights, Pilot Mentoring) as well as recommending Russ to customers who were looking for these types of services. We could always count on Russ and his Team to provide a World Class experience. There are no companies out there that have the experience and expertise that Russ and the team at Global Aircraft Consulting have when it comes to Embraer’s Executive Aircraft.

I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to Captain Russ Bird for his invaluable support in establishing our operation and for his exceptional mentorship in both managing and flying our Phenom 300. He is a consummate professional with extensive expertise, encompassing both advanced flying skills and theoretical knowledge, as well as an outstanding ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

I would like to particularly commend his character and patience, which proved to be pivotal in successfully advancing the organizational and operational aspects of our operation. His contributions have been instrumental in helping us achieve our business and flying objectives.

One of the most knowledgeable and friendly pilots out there! I had the pleasure of flying with Russ on a Phenom 300 trip. Russ immediately took me under his wing and taught me more than I could have asked for in one short trip. After the trip ended he continued to reach out and check in with me to see how I was doing and if there was any way he could help out. Can’t wait to work with him again.