Josh Harnagel

Josh Harnagel is the Chief Operating Officer at Redbird Flight, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company. Prior to stepping into the COO role, he led Redbird’s sales, marketing, customer support, and customer success teams, building a deep understanding of the customer journey and how to deliver value across the lifecycle. 

Josh is an experienced pilot and Certified Flight Instructor with over 15 years of active flying experience. He owns and operates a Beechcraft Bonanza, regularly flying throughout the U.S., and brings firsthand knowledge of general aviation to his work in flight training technology. His combined expertise in operations and aviation allows him to bridge the gap between product development and real-world application. 

Based in Austin, Texas, Josh enjoys exploring the intersection of aviation, technology, and business. He spends his free time flying, mentoring new pilots, and adventuring outdoors with his wife and two kids.