AURA AERO, a French aircraft manufacturer focused on low-carbon aviation, appoints Mike Goulian as North American ambassador for the Integral R, their two-seater aerobatic sport aircraft, anticipating U.S. deliveries in 2025.
As part of its development in the USA, AURA AERO, French aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in low-carbon aviation, and Mike Goulian, renowned American professional aerobatic pilot, have signed a formal agreement making Michael the official ambassador in North America for the Integral R, AURA AERO’s two-seater aerobatic and sport aircraft. The first deliveries of the Integral R are expected by the end of this year in Europe, with US deliveries anticipated in 2025.
Michael Goulian, from Plymouth, Massachusetts, is an American national aerobatic champion, professional air show performer, former Red Bull Air Race World Series pilot, where he competed under the number 99, and businessman.
Michael learned to fly at the age of 16 performing in his first air show a few years later, before taking part in his first Red Bull Air Race in 2006. With a crisp, athletic style of flying that makes him a favorite of fans worldwide, he has won numerous aviation awards for aerobatic competitions, aviation industry contributions and air racing achievements.
In addition to his team Goulian Aerosports, a professional air show team that performs at shows throughout North America, Michael is co-owner of a successful Cirrus Training Center in the Boston metropolitan area and is also a Designated FAA Pilot Examiner.
Michael is also an aviation author and spends time advocating for general aviation with leaders in the industry, to improve safety and promote aviation to all ages, inspiring future generations to embrace flying. The Integral family is a family of new generation two-seater aircraft with an aerobatics capacity, available in 3 versions: Integral R (tailwheel landing gear configuration), Integral S (tricycle landing gear configuration), and Integral E (electric aircraft with tailwheel or tricycle landing gear).
Jérémy Caussade, President and co-founder of AURA AERO, comments: “We are thrilled to welcome Mike on board, to raise AURA AERO’s profile in the USA. His extensive knowledge and flying talent have made him a beloved figure on the airshow circuit. We are confident that his expertise will be invaluable in delivering an aircraft that is perfectly suited for the American market, where we already have promising interest”.
Mike Goulian adds: “There is an opening in the airplane market for a modern and beautiful entry level aerobatic sport aircraft. The Integral R fills that void perfectly! We look forward to flying and training in the Integral R, inspiring our pilots to take their interest in aerobatics to the next level”.
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