SMU Stories: A Journey in Aviation with Suresh Narayanan

In this episode of SMU Stories, we sit down with Suresh Narayanan, a visionary leader whose career spans entrepreneurship, investment, and deep-rooted dedication to the aviation industry. A pilot himself, Suresh’s aviation journey began as a child in his parents’ repair station, inspired by his father’s work as a former Concorde mechanic. With a bachelor’s from Florida State and an MBA from SMU, Suresh’s impressive path includes building the aerospace engineering powerhouse, AQRD, alongside his brother, and serving as COO of JSX, where he honed his expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and innovative operations.

Now the founder of Jets MRO, Suresh is redefining industry standards with a people-first approach, an ethos that has garnered him respect and admiration across the aviation world. Beyond his professional achievements, he remains an active contributor to the aviation community as a YPO-North Texas member and board member at the Frontiers of Flight Museum. Join us as Suresh shares insights into his career journey, his passion for aviation, and his commitment to elevating how the industry treats its people.