The company FL Technics announced this Thursday the appointment of the Colombian aeronautical engineer Fredy Yezid Acosta Camacho as Head of Quality and Safety of its new operation in Punta Cana. In this position, Acosta is responsible for the quality, operational safety and regulatory compliance systems of the aircraft maintenance hangar that the company has implemented in the Punta Cana AviationHub.
According to a release of the institution, Acosta has been integrated into the project as part of the certification process and commissioning of the new MRO basis of the company in the Dominican Republic.
The appointment occurs in a context of aviation expansion in it Caribbeandriven by the opening of new facilities techniques and the increase of talent demand specialized in maintenance, safety and regulatory compliance, critical areas for the operation of airlines in the region.
Adaptation to a new environment
The Fredy’s move to Punta Cana occurred after a important decisionwho had to weigh personal ties to his country and the appeal of a professional opportunity unique.
“It was not easy, since my life in Colombia It kept me very close to my family. You always miss your friends, but many of them live all over the world, so the digital tools helped shorten distances,” he says.
He explained that the position in FL Technics It offered him more than just a new job. He saw it as an opportunity to help lay the foundation for the certification process of an important facility before regulatory bodies, establishing quality standards where they did not yet exist.
The transition from Bogotá, a busy and crowded city, to coastal environment more relaxed Punta Cana It was not an easy change.
“We are all Latinos and we enjoy good conversation and forging lasting friendships, but living in a cold and congested city, with daily traffic jams, is very different from an island full of sun and tranquility,” reflects Fredy.
Take on the challenge of launching the MRO certification from scratch involved frequently alternating between complex regulations and a teamwork creative. “Sometimes a process or step in certification feels like a chicken and egg dilemma,” explains Fredy. “It pushes you to be flexible and ready for both creativity and practical solutions every day.” While the job brings new pressures, he finds energy in the team’s receptiveness and enthusiasm for tackling the future together.
Development of new programs
As Head of Quality and SafetyFredy’s focus on Punta Cana is establishing systems that drive high standards over the long term. Its main priorities include the launch of a training program exhaustive for the technical staff and the creation of the management system plant safety from scratch.
“I want each team member to have the skills, confidence and awareness to perform their tasks independently, and also understand how their work fits into the overall safety and reliability picture,” says Fredy. Every audit checklist, security procedure, and training resource is developed with hands-on input from the ever-growing team.
Aviation is known for its strict quality standards, but the international and multicultural makeup of this team also influences the way Fredy leads.
“Aviation safety and quality always depend on global principles,” he notes, “but understanding them is not enough. A true team culture where safety is not just a protocol, but how everyone actually works and supports each other, regardless of their background.”
By implementing regular cycles of training, open feedback, and participation in internal audits periodically, you are creating an environment where changes are shared, voices are heard, and each improvement drives the entire organization.
Looking to the future, Fredy sees every day in the new facilities as a new opportunity to develop both professionally and personally. “Relocating has broadened my perspective, challenged my old habits, and inspired me to look for easier, sometimes better, ways,” says Fredy.
“Building this project from the ground up means confronting new questions, trying new approaches, and growing together as a team. I see enormous potential for our company here, and even more reasons to be excited about what’s to come.”
