AAR names Dylan Wolin CFO to strengthen finance and integrate recent acquisitions

AAR reinstates strategic finance leader as CFO

AAR CORP. appoints Dylan Wolin as chief financial officer, a move the aviation services provider says strengthens its finance and corporate development capabilities as it integrates recent acquisitions and pursues growth. Wolin assumes responsibility for finance, accounting, tax, treasury, investor relations and corporate development, with the appointment taking effect on Feb. 23, 2026. The hire signals AAR’s emphasis on combining financial discipline with operational know‑how across its support to commercial and government operators, MROs and OEMs.

Wolin rejoins AAR after a two‑year stint leading municipal‑focused specialty vehicle businesses at Federal Signal Corporation, and he previously spent seven years at AAR steering strategic and corporate development, treasury and investor relations. During that earlier tenure he helps drive portfolio repositioning, capital markets activity and strategic planning, including the acquisitions of Trax and Triumph Product Support — deals AAR is now integrating into its aftermarket services footprint. Company executives say Wolin’s return is aimed at accelerating integration work and sharpening the financial oversight that underpins long‑term service contracts and MRO investments.

Management frames the appointment as part of broader efforts to align operational execution with capital allocation as AAR expands parts, repair and overhaul offerings for airlines, defense and third‑party customers. Wolin emphasizes partnership with the executive team: "I am eager to partner with John and the rest of the AAR team to drive continued execution of AAR's growth strategy," he says. Industry analysts note that strong finance leadership is increasingly important for independent MROs as they absorb scale‑adding acquisitions and navigate supply‑chain and labor pressures.

Return to AAR follows municipal‑vehicle leadership

Before rejoining AAR, Wolin serves from 2024 to 2026 as president of Elgin, Trackless and Vactor at Federal Signal, running municipal vehicle operations that combine manufacturing, service and fleet management. His earlier career includes corporate development at Boeing, investment banking at Deutsche Bank and advisory work at a boutique firm; he holds a BA in economics from Tufts and an MBA in finance from Wharton.

Board stresses continuity, thanks outgoing interim CFO

John M. Holmes, AAR’s chairman, president and CEO, says he works closely with Wolin during Wolin’s prior AAR tenure and calls him instrumental in developing the company’s current strategy. The board thanks interim finance lead Sarah Flanagan for her service as Wolin steps in to support AAR’s strategic objectives into 2026 and beyond.