Kent Abercrombie ♦ Chief Executive Officer & Chief Financial Officer

Kent Abercrombie serves as the CEO and CFO and oversees Superior Air Part’s overall corporate strategy, operations, business development, finance & accounting, information systems and human resources.  Kent has been with Superior for over 25 years and has over 35 years of aviation industry experience spanning manufacturing, distribution, supply chain management and executive leadership.

During his tenure, Kent has played a key role in strengthening relationships with distributors, engine overhaul facilities, suppliers, and other industry stakeholders. He has overseen strategic investments in manufacturing capabilities, operational systems, product support initiatives, and enterprise technology platforms, including the implementation of the Superior's ERP system. Kent has extensive experience in FAA regulatory matters, lender and banking relationships, working capital management, acquisition activities, and operational performance improvement.

Prior to joining Superior, Kent held senior financial leadership and Just-in-Time program management roles with aviation distribution organizations, where he led contract negotiations, strengthened financial controls, enhanced operational reporting, and supported business growth initiatives. His broad financial, operational, and industry expertise has contributed to Superior's long-term stability and growth within the general aviation aftermarket.

Kent holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance.

Jeff Lochridge ♦ VP of Supply Chain Management

Jeff Lochridge serves as the VP of Supply Chain and has oversight for all procurement activities. With 41 years in supply chain management, Jeff has 23 years of experience in General Aviation with a variety of materials and processes. He also has training in Continuous Flow Manufacturing, Supplier Certification Systems, Six Sigma Methodology and Time Management.

During his time at Superior, Jeff has worked to develop alliances with key suppliers, manage inventory levels to support customer needs, risk source assessment of major engine components, make vs buy analysis, and the development of supplier rating metrics.

Prior to joining Superior, Jeff has held a number of Supply Chain positions such as Purchasing Manager, Materials Manager, Director of Procurement, Strategic Purchasing Manager and Distribution Manager for Schlumberger, General Cable and Black & Decker. His broad background provides Superior expertise in managing supply chain challenges.

Jeff holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Certification in Electronics.

Darryl Dyson ♦ Director of Production and Inventory Control

With more than 25 years of leadership experience across manufacturing, materials management, operations, strategic sourcing, warehouse management, customer support, EHS, and ERP/MRP implementation, Darryl brings a proven track record of turning operational challenges into opportunities for growth and improvement.

Throughout Darryl’s career, he has consistently exceeded goals and objectives across multiple industries by building high-performing teams, improving processes, and creating practical strategies that deliver measurable results. Darryl is known for combining strong organizational skills with energy, accountability, and a hands-on leadership approach to help teams navigate complex challenges and achieve ambitious goals.

Darryl’s experience also includes extensive international business support, working with customers, partners, and teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia. He is passionate about developing people, coaching and mentoring future leaders, and creating cultures where collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence become part of the everyday mindset.

Darryl’s leadership philosophy is a simple: strong results come from strong people, clear expectations, effective communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Tim Brugger ♦ Director of Quality Assurance

With more than 25 years of leadership experience in quality, supplier development, and operational excellence, Tim brings a proven commitment to continuous improvement and customer success.  As a Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Manufacturing expert, Tim has led high-performance teams across aerospace and industrial sectors, driving improvements in supplier performance, compliance, and product quality through data-driven collaboration.

Tim has successfully implemented and managed quality systems that meet AS9100, ISO 9001, and other industry standards, fostering cultures of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.

A proud U.S. Army veteran, Tim combines mission-focused discipline with a passion for mentoring the next generation of leaders. Whether developing supplier partnerships or guiding strategic improvement initiatives, he is dedicated to delivering excellence from the ground up.

Tim holds a Master’s degree in Engineering Management.

Tim believes that true quality is built—not inspected—and that every process is an opportunity to improve.

Michael Beal ♦ Director of Engineering

Michael Beal brings 17 years of aerospace experience, including 13 years in engineering, to his role leading the engineering team at Superior Air Parts. He began his career at Continental Aerospace Technologies as a Manufacturing Team Member, gaining hands-on production experience before earning a degree and returning to Continental to advance into engineering leadership.

Before joining Superior, Michael served as a Senior Design Engineer at Continental, where he worked with engineers and designers to test and approve aerospace components to stringent FAA requirements. He performed finite element analysis to validate durability and performance, served on the Materials Review Board to support aircraft-engine quality and regulatory compliance, and coordinated with suppliers across Asia, South America and Europe to improve quality and supply-chain efficiency.

His technical expertise includes engine and component development, testing, solid modeling, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and FEA-based stress analysis. By combining practical manufacturing knowledge with engineering rigor, project management, supplier coordination and quality control, Michael is focused on advancing reliable, efficient aerospace solutions at Superior.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Alabama.