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.

Zoé Canals carries a dual legacy of aviation and artistry, with roots spanning aeronautical engineering, fine arts, and gastronomy. Raised between technical excellence and creative flair, she developed a strong work ethic and a refined sense of service while working in luxury hospitality across Europe and North Africa.

With an MBA in Business Administration and six years of experience in inflight catering for private and commercial aviation, Zoé has built a solid reputation across Europe. In 2024, she joined BIRDY AERO to help shape its growth, bringing her sharp commercial instincts, global network, and passion for aviation to the team.

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.