Our AeroBrazil Group team is led by international professionals who have built solid careers with long-term relationships in the global aviation industry, making them responsible for the highest level of customer commitment.
James DeSouza
International Director – Brazil
He has over 30 years of experience in aircraft sales and aviation business development. A citizen of both the United States and Brazil, he is a licensed commercial pilot with more than 3,500 flight hours. He served as a partner in a U.S. aircraft brokerage firm and was the International Director of the largest air taxi company in Brazil. He lives in Goiânia, Goiás, where he leads strategic growth, international presence, and client relationships in the region.
He has over 20 years of experience in executive aviation, with more than 10,000 flight hours in jets and turboprops. He has worked extensively in aircraft sales, operations, and customer relations throughout Latin America, combining operational knowledge with strategic business insight. Known for his strong international contacts and regional vision, he plays a key role in supporting international sales and developing long-term client relationships.
Based in Caracas, he has built his entire career in corporate aviation, accumulating over 10,000 flight hours in jets and turboprops. He brings solid operational experience and deep regional knowledge, working in aircraft sales and client relations in Venezuela and throughout Latin America. With extensive knowledge of aviation services in the United States, he provides valuable support in planning and cross-border operations.
He has over 30 years of experience in international aviation consulting. He has worked with Fortune 500 clients and private operators worldwide, supporting sales strategies and relationship development in the United States and beyond. He is known for his extensive global network and partnership-driven approach. Based in the Washington, D.C. area, he frequently travels to Brazil and strengthens long-term relationships throughout the Americas.
