Alan Metni is an American aviator, entrepreneur, and former competitor in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship. He is also the founder and chief executive officer of FlightPath, a business aviation services company based in Colorado, United States.
Early life and education
Details regarding Metni’s early life, including his date and place of birth, are not widely documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources. He has, however, expressed a long‑standing interest in aviation, which led him to obtain a private pilot’s license and subsequently pursue advanced ratings.
Aviation career
Commercial and business aviation
Metni established FlightPath (originally known as First Flyers) in 2006, providing aircraft management, charter, and maintenance services. Under his leadership, the company expanded its fleet and service offerings, catering to corporate and private clients. Metni has been involved in various industry associations and has advocated for aviation safety and regulatory reforms.
Red Bull Air Race
Metni entered the Red Bull Air Race World Championship in 2007, competing in the series’ later years until the competition’s suspension in 2019. He raced primarily in the Master Class category, piloting high‑performance aerobatic aircraft such as the Zivko Edge 540. Throughout his Red Bull Air Race tenure, Metni achieved several top‑ten finishes, with his best result being a fourth‑place finish at the 2016 event in Austin, Texas.
Recognition and affiliations
Metni has been recognized by the aviation community for his contributions to both competitive aerobatics and business aviation. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, as well as certifications for instrument, multi‑engine, and flight instructor ratings. Metni is a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and has participated in airshows and safety seminars.
Personal life
Information about Metni’s personal life, including family and non‑aviation interests, is limited in public records.
References
- Red Bull Air Race official driver profiles (archived).
- FlightPath corporate website and press releases.
- Interviews and feature articles in aviation publications such as Aviation Week and Flying magazine.