Sherkane de Haenen - CEO and Head of Americas
Sherkane de Haenen, born in New York and raised in Saint-Barthélemy, draws her inspiration from a unique family heritage where aviation, exploration, and the arts converge. Granddaughter of aviation pioneer Rémy de Haenen and daughter of French songwriter Charles Dumont, she inherited a spirit of adventure and cultural openness. Her early exposure to these worlds shaped her drive to create meaningful experiences through travel.
After studying business in France and gaining experience in the automotive industry, Sherkane found her calling in aviation. She rose through the ranks at Europe’s busiest business airport before founding BIRDY AERO, her own private aviation company. Today, she channels her passion into crafting seamless journeys and building bridges between people, cultures, and destinations.
Mathias COPHY - Managing Director & Head of Europe
Mathias Cophy is an entrepreneur with a strong background in business development, real estate, and high-value transactions. His expertise combines strategic thinking, negotiation, and hands-on execution in demanding environments. He excels at identifying opportunities and turning complex requirements into efficient, tailored solutions.
At BIRDY Private Jets, he leads business development and strengthens strategic partnerships worldwide. He works closely with an international clientele of entrepreneurs, executives, and decision-makers. His approach is built on responsiveness, discretion, and a deep understanding of clients’ expectations.
Focused on access, precision, and flawless execution, Mathias contributes to BIRDY’s commitment to bespoke private aviation.
MC Calvin Tjega - Business Partner & Head of Africa
Calvin Tjega is a seasoned professional in private aviation with deep roots across the African continent. Over the years, he has built a strong reputation for coordinating complex operations with precision, serving both government delegations and high-net-worth individuals. His regional expertise, cultural insight, and client-first approach have made him a trusted name in African air charter services.
In 2024, Calvin joined BIRDY AERO to lead the company’s expansion across Africa. Drawing on his extensive field experience and strategic vision, he now oversees sales and operations for the region, helping elevate the standard of service and accessibility to private aviation throughout the continent.
