People Category: AVIATION Forum 2024

With a legacy in aviation spanning four decades, Rex Alexander’s expertise extends from piloting to intricate vertical-flight infrastructure development worldwide. A commitment to safety, efficiency, and environmental stewardship shapes his insights into sustainable aviation infrastructure.

Leading Genesis Aerospace Solutions, Nicole Valentine pioneers in advancing defense capabilities while fostering a culture of innovation. Her vision for sustainable aviation infrastructure is marked by a holistic approach, balancing technological advancements with economic and ecological considerations.

Lowe, a U.S. Marine Major Select and Maritime Space Officer, brings knowledge in sustainable space infrastructure. His focus on ethical and environmentally compatible advancements informs his contributions to the panel. Note: Maj (Sel) Lowe participates personally and does not represent the USMC or its views.

Jeff Luckett is President and one of the founding members of UPS Flight Forward Inc., a whole owned UPS subsidiary incorporated on June 14, 2019, established to work with regulators and OEMs to move the UAS/AAM industry forward. On September 27, 2019, UPSFF became the first company to receive a Standard Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate approved by the FAA for UAS operations and has continued to be an industry leader accomplishing many of the industry firsts occurring in the US including the first Part 135 UAS revenue delivery in 2019 and the first Part 135 UAS revenue BVLOS delivery in 2023.

Jeff’s responsibilities also include oversight of the UPS Airline Technology Support Group. Prior to his current leadership roles, Jeff’s 34+ year career at UPS has covered several areas including UPS Airline Flight Operations, Engineering, Network Planning, Long Range Planning, and Aircraft Acquisitions. Jeff has also held supporting roles with the UPS Airline Emergency Response Team, DOD CRAF Program and Humanitarian Air Relief Charters. Jeff graduated from the University of Louisville and has an MBA in Aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He also served two tours of duty in the US Navy during the first Gulf War.