Farid Zizi facts for kids

Farid Zizi is a French public servant. This means he works for the government. On August 1, 2018, he became the CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of France Aviation Civile Services. This company helps manage air traffic. It used to be called DSNA Services.

Farid Zizi's Life and Career

Farid Zizi studied at two important schools in France. He went to the École Polytechnique and the ENAC. He became an Aerospace engineer.

Early Career in Air Traffic

He started his career at a place called DSNA. This is France's air navigation service. He helped make sure that systems for air traffic control worked well. These systems guide planes safely in the sky. He worked with airports and control centers in France.

Leading Roles in Aviation

Later, Farid Zizi returned to ENAC, one of his old schools. There, he became the head of the department that studies air traffic management. He also led the education and research parts of the school.

For seven years, he was the President of the Air Navigation Commission. This group is part of the ICAO. The ICAO is a worldwide group that sets rules for safe air travel.

Becoming a CEO

On August 1, 2018, Farid Zizi was chosen to be the CEO of DSNA Services. This company helps other countries with their air traffic control. In 2019, the company changed its name to France Aviation Civile Services. As CEO, he is the main leader of this important company.