## Getting to Know Jose Antonio Corral: A Lifetime in the Service of Aviation Jose Antonio Corral, a native of Mexico, has enjoyed a long and illustrious career, with over five decades dedicated to the world of aviation. Throughout that period, he has ascended through the ranks of Mexico's aviation sector, holding various leadership positions, including General Director of Airports and Auxiliary Services. Born on June 7, 1946, in Mexico City, Mr. Corral studied aeronautical engineering at the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN). He then joined Mexico's state-owned airline, Mexicana de Aviación, in 1972, thus starting his distinguished career in aviation. Over the course of his tenure at Mexicana, Mr. Corral held several key operational roles, including serving as Chief of Engineering and Director of Maintenance. In 1988, he joined Mexico's General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGAC) as Director General of Air Navigation Services, where he led the modernization and expansion of Mexico's air navigation system. Additionally, his role involved contributing to the development and implementation of national and international aviation regulations. In 2000, Mr. Corral was appointed General Director of Airports and Auxiliary Services (ASA), a Mexican government agency responsible for operating and maintaining the country's airport infrastructure. During his tenure, he oversaw the expansion and modernization of various airports in Mexico. A man of great experience, Mr. Corral has served as an instructor and consultant in civil aviation for various institutions, including the Mexican Air Force and the Latin American Civil Aviation Commission (CLAC). He has also actively participated in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), contributing to the development of international aviation standards and policies. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the aviation sector, Mr. Corral has received numerous awards, including the prestigious "Jorge Alvarez Malo" award from the Mexican Chamber of the Aerospace Industry. He is also a steadfast advocate for the advancement of aviation in Mexico and the Latin American region. Today, Mr. Corral continues to make significant contributions to the aviation industry through his role as an advisor in the private sector, where he shares his expertise and insights with leading aviation organizations.
