Vilma Vaitiekunaite Joins Chapman Freeborn as Vice President of Passenger in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Chapman Freeborn, a global leader in aviation charter solutions and part of the Avia Solutions Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Vilma Vaitiekunaite as Vice President Passenger – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

With over 20 years of experience in commercial aviation, sales, marketing, and corporate communications, Vilma brings a proven track record of leadership and client-focused excellence. She joins Chapman Freeborn from her position as Chief Executive Officer of Skyllence, a boutique international air charter brokerage within Avia Solutions Group, where she built a reputation for setting the highest standards in customer service and operational precision.

Prior to leading Skyllence, Vilma served as Chief Communications Officer at Avia Solutions Group. In that role, she worked closely with the Group's Chairman and founder, Gediminas Ziemelis, to shape global communications strategies and support the Group’s rapid international expansion.

“As we expand our footprint in key international markets, strong leadership is critical to our continued success,” said Linas Dovydenas, President – IMEA at Chapman Freeborn. “Vilma brings not only deep industry knowledge, but also an intimate and comprehensive understanding of the Avia Solutions Group ecosystem. This, combined with her expertise in passenger aviation and her relentless dedication to client service, makes her an ideal addition to our team in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”

A respected expert in aviation and strategic communications, Vilma is known for her ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver exceptional client experiences. At Skyllence, she established a culture rooted in accountability, precision, and empathy—earning trust from global clientele ranging from corporate executives to heads of state.

“I’m incredibly honoured to join Chapman Freeborn and take on this new challenge in one of the most dynamic aviation markets in the world,” said Vilma Vaitiekunaite. “Saudi Arabia is at the forefront of transformation, and I look forward to contributing to that momentum by continuing to deliver tailored, client-centric air charter solutions with the excellence our customers expect.”

Vilma’s appointment underscores Chapman Freeborn’s commitment to growing its presence in the Middle East through exceptional leadership and a people-first, service-driven approach.

The Chapman Freeborn Group was established in the UK in 1973. The company has offices worldwide including North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. In the cargo market, Chapman Freeborn Airchartering specialises in the charter and lease of aircraft for a wide-ranging customer base, including freight forwarders, multinational corporations, governments, humanitarian agencies and a host of industries around the globe. 

In addition to freight services, Chapman Freeborn offers specialist passenger services including private jet charters for executive travel and large aircraft for crew rotations and international group travel, as well as on board courier services. 

Chapman Freeborn is part of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, operating a fleet of 209 aircraft on 6 continents. The group also provides a range of aviation services: MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), pilot and crew training, ground handling, as well as a variety of associated aviation services. Supported by 14,000 highly skilled aviation professionals, the group is parent company to over 250+ subsidiaries.

For more information, please visit www.chapmanfreeborn.aero