Aviation Advisory · Dubai

Forty years in aerospace.
Now working for you.

Fouad Attar spent nearly 15 years leading Airbus across the Middle East and Africa, overseeing the sale of 2,000 aircraft. Today, he advises airlines, lessors, and investors on the decisions that shape fleets and markets.

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40+
Years in Aviation
2,000
Aircraft Transactions
$500B
Transaction Value
35
Countries Served
Fouad Attar
About

Fouad Attar

Fouad Attar is a career aerospace executive with four decades of experience spanning engineering, airline operations, and commercial aviation at the highest level.

As Managing Director of Airbus Middle East, he led all commercial activity across 35 countries for nearly 15 years—managing sales, customer relationships, and market strategy for a region that became one of Airbus's most important growth markets.

Before Airbus, Fouad held senior leadership roles at Air France Industries, EADS Sogerma, and Royal Air Maroc, building deep operational knowledge across MRO, engineering, and fleet management.

He founded Mermoz Aviation Consulting and Services in 2020, and served as CEO of Veling Aircraft Leasing until 2023. In 2024, he was appointed Senior Adviser to the Board at Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG).

Sup'Aéro — MSc Aeronautical Engineering
English French Arabic German Spanish
Services

How Mermoz works with clients

Engagements are direct and confidential. Fouad works personally with principals—no associates, no layers.

Strategic Advisory

Board-level guidance on fleet strategy, market positioning, and commercial priorities for airlines, lessors, and OEMs.

Transaction Support

Hands-on support through aircraft acquisitions, leasing negotiations, and deal structuring—from letter of intent to delivery.

Market Intelligence

On-the-ground insight across the Middle East, Africa and South America. De-risk expansion plans with knowledge built over decades of relationships.

Business Development

Introductions and partnership strategies that open qualified opportunities in markets where access and trust are everything.

Career

Professional History

2024 — Present
Senior Adviser to the Board
Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG)
Strategic advisory on commercial, freighter, and business aviation finance.
2020 — 2023
CEO
Veling Aircraft Leasing, Dubai
Led all activities of aircraft leasing and trading.
2020 — Present
Founder & Principal
Mermoz Aviation Consulting & Services, Dubai
Independent advisory serving airlines, lessors, OEMs, and investors worldwide.
2006 — 2020
Managing Director, Airbus Middle East
Airbus, Dubai
Led all commercial activity across 35 countries in the Middle East and Northern Africa. Oversaw the sale of approximately 2,000 aircraft valued at ~$500B.
2001 — 2006
Worldwide VP Marketing & Sales
Air France Industries & EADS Sogerma
Led global MRO marketing and business development before transitioning to Airbus.
1988 — 2001
Head of Engineering
Royal Air Maroc
Senior engineering and management positions at Morocco's flag carrier for 13 years.
1984 — 1988
Engineer
Aeroformation — Airbus Training Center
Airbus simulators development and maintenance.
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Whether you're evaluating a fleet decision, entering a new market, or looking for a seasoned perspective on an aerospace investment—a conversation is always the best starting point.

Location
DAFZA, Dubai, UAE

Confidential consultation

All discussions are held under strict confidentiality. Reach out to arrange a preliminary conversation at your convenience.

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