Leadership

The People Behind Plane Selection

A team of aviation veterans, financial experts, and client advocates — united by a passion for private aviation and a commitment to exceptional service.

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Samuel Basham

Founder & CEO

Founded Plane Selection in 2003. 25+ years in business aviation. ARGUS certified broker. Based in Nice, France.

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Robert Taylor

Chief Technology Officer

Leads operations technology, owner portal, and flight tracking systems. 15+ years in aviation tech.

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Justin Watson

Head of Finance

Aviation CPA. Tax strategy, leaseback structuring, and financial advisory. Former Big 4 aviation practice.

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Lori Cruz

Senior Account Executive

Charter & sales specialist. Manages key client relationships across Europe and Middle East. 10+ years experience.

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Lucio Murray

Director of Maintenance

FAA A&P / EASA Part 66 licensed. 20+ years MRO experience. Type-rated on Gulfstream, Bombardier, Dassault.

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Esther C. Foley

Finance & Compliance

Regulatory compliance, AML, and financial reporting. Ensures every transaction meets international standards.

Our Values

What Drives Us

Safety First

Every decision starts with safety. ARGUS certified, ISO audited, EBAA member.

Transparency

Clear pricing, honest advice, open books. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Excellence

20+ years of getting it right. Every flight, every transaction, every detail.

Client Focus

Your success is ours. Long-term relationships over short-term wins.

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