The Team
At North American Aircraft Brokerage, our team is passionate about aviation and committed to making the sales or acquisition process smooth and straightforward. With years of experience, we’re here to offer expert guidance and personal service every step of the way. Get to know the leadership of NAAB.
Halsey Schider
Partner & CEO
Halsey Schider began his aviation journey at the age of fourteen when he joined the Civil Air Patrol, sparking a lifelong passion for flying. Now, with nearly two decades of experience in the aviation industry, his enthusiasm for aircraft—particularly helicopters—has only grown stronger. Halsey’s entrepreneurial spirit emerged early, as he started his first business at age twelve, mowing lawns to fund his flight lessons at fifteen.
In 2017, Halsey transitioned into the world of helicopter sales, leveraging his extensive aviation experience to build a business grounded in his love for flying. Recently, he retired from his helicopter air ambulance role to meet the increasing demand for trustworthy and transparent aircraft brokerage services. As a key figure at North American Aircraft Brokerage (NAAB), Halsey is dedicated to serving clients with the same integrity and passion that have defined his aviation career. He is excited to expand NAAB and continue contributing to an industry he deeply loves.
Ian Swett
Partner & President
Ian Swett comes from a lineage of aviators, with his early passion for aviation inspired by his great uncle, a Naval fighter pilot during World War II, and his distant relative, James Swett, a US Marine Fighter Ace and Medal of Honor recipient. Ian began his own aviation career in the Marine Corps, where he served as a maintenance inspector and aircrew aboard Sikorsky CH-53 helicopters.
Ian furthered his aviation education by earning a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, all while attaining his professional pilot certificates. With 13 years as a helicopter pilot, Ian has accumulated extensive experience across various sectors, including flight instruction, tours, charter, and air ambulance operations. He has held significant roles such as Lead Pilot, Chief Flight Instructor, and Part 135 Check Airman.
As Vice President of North American Aircraft Brokerage (NAAB), Ian combines his broad aviation expertise with strong business relations skills, making him a key leader dedicated to providing clients with the highest level of representation.
