Network Aviation Group has appointed Hendrik Falk as Vice President of the Americas, effective September 2026.
Based at the company’s Atlanta office, Falk will succeed Paul Umpleby, who is set to retire at the end of 2026.
Falk brings more than 30 years of international leadership experience across Europe, Asia and the Americas, with an extensive background in the global air cargo and aviation sectors.
His career includes senior positions at several major industry organisations, including Lufthansa Cargo, Polar Air Cargo, World Airways, AirBridgeCargo, Swiss WorldCargo and Chapman Freeborn.
Since 2023, Falk has run his own Atlanta-based consultancy, Altovolo Air Cargo Services, supporting a range of international aviation projects.
Network Aviation Group CEO Jonathan Clark welcomed the appointment, highlighting Falk’s broad expertise across airlines, ACMI providers and charter brokerage.
“His comprehensive expertise across airlines, ACMI providers and charter brokerage will be a tremendous asset to Network Aviation Group as we continue to expand our business across the Americas,” Clark said.
He added that the company warmly welcomes Falk and wishes him every success in his new role.


