Josef Kaspar

Josef Kašpar, a distinguished alumnus of the Czech Technical University in Prague with a degree in Aircraft Construction, is a visionary leader dedicated to pushing the boundaries of the aerospace industry. His relentless pursuit of knowledge has led him to specialize in project management, financial management, and intellectual property rights.

Since 1994, he has been instrumental in shaping the future of aviation at the VZLU AEROSPACE – The Czech Aerospace Research Centre in Prague-Letňany. Starting as a research scientist focusing on aircraft propellers and composite technologies, he has since 2011 held the position of Board Chairman and CEO, passionately driving innovative research and development projects.

Josef Kašpar is the author of three utility models and over 60 technical and scientific publications. In 2024, he assumed the role of Chairman of ESRE (Association of European Space Research Establishments), solidifying his status as a leading European expert. Furthermore, he serves on the boards of prestigious international organizations such as EREA (Association of European Research Establishments in Aeronautics, where he served as President from 2014-15), and IFAR (International Forum for Aviation Research).