Honeywell has appointed a former naval aviator to lead BendixKing and continue “its legacy of delivering innovative, reliable and intuitive avionics to the light aircraft and pilot community.” Justin Ryan will assume the post after Kevin Gould was quietly let go a few months ago. “As a former naval aviator, general aviation pilot, airplane owner and successful business leader, Justin is uniquely qualified to lead BendixKing as it strives to meet the progressive needs of today’s general aircraft owners and pilots,” said Honeywell spokesman Brian Sill.
Ryan flew A-6E Prowlers in Desert Storm and owns a Cessna 210 now. He’s worked at Honeywell for eight years, mostly on airline projects. BendixKing was once the undisputed GA avionics leader but has given significant market share up in the last 15 years with the move to glass cockpits. The company has repeatedly announced its intention to rebound in the market but has struggled in the process.
