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Jonathan Astill FRAeS

Commander · DISC type D
Managing Director at Goldcrest Advisory Limited
📍 Romsey, England, United Kingdom

Jonathan Astill is a strategic advisor with over 35 years of leadership in aviation management, focusing on strategy, operations, and transformational change. As the Managing Director of Goldcrest Advisory, he leverages his experience from senior roles at NATS and Air Partner. An alumnus of INSEAD, colleagues commend his integrity and professionalism.

He collaborates with media companies and filmmakers, providing technical insight to ensure the accurate portrayal of Air Traffic Control in television and movies.

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Experience
36 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Romsey, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Jonathan shows up

Impact-Driven
Candid & Clear
Decisive

They are less concerned about the product and more about its potential impact. They respond well to strong and respectful communication. They prefer to move quickly, and expect the same from others.

Priorities

Topics Jonathan cares about

Geopolitical Risk
He frequently posts about the impact of geopolitical volatility on business strategy and urges companies to assess its effect on their markets and planning.
Aviation Technology
Showcases a keen interest in "game changing" aviation technology that enhances predictability and stability in air traffic and approach performance.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
Managing Director
Goldcrest Advisory Limited
1-2025
Strategic Advisor
Strategia Worldwide
1-2023 - 8-2024
Executive Vice President
Air Partner
3-2021 - 1-2023
Director Airports
NATS
3-2019 - 2-2021
Vice President & General Manager ATFM Services
Aireon LLC
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2013 - 2013
MPSA
INSEAD
1994 - 1996
Diploma in Management Studies
University of Bedfordshire
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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