Jennifer A. Torres

Jennifer A. Torres, Av.D., serves as an Assistant Professor at Lynn University's College of Aeronautics, leveraging her industry background in flight instruction and aviation business to bridge academic theory with real-world practice. Her expertise spans aviation operations, management, and technologies, with a focus on developing students' industry skills and passion.

Education:

• B.S. in Aviation Business Administration (Aviation Management) from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
• M.Acc. in Accounting from Nova Southeastern University
• Av.D. in Aviation from Florida Institute of Technology
• Additional Graduate Courses at Lynn University in Aviation Organization Operations, Airport Operations, and Special Topics in Aviation

Dr. Torres' research investigates critical aviation challenges including sustainability initiatives, safety protocols following accidents, operational impacts of IT outages, and pandemic-related disruptions to airline staffing. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for airport management, airline operations, and aviation education, often through collaborative student projects analyzing major carriers and airports.

Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward applied case studies examining Delta Airlines' IT vulnerabilities, Miami/San Francisco airport operations, and Boeing's safety reputation, reflecting her commitment to addressing industry-specific problems through empirical research.

Scientific Awards:

• Women in Aviation International's soFly Teaching Award (2024)

Dr. Torres actively mentors undergraduate researchers, guiding projects on airline crisis management, sustainability metrics, and historical accident analysis. Her students regularly present findings at academic conferences, covering topics from Spirit Airlines' business model to seaplane operations. She also contributes to community engagement through Girls in Aviation Day events and media outreach to inspire future aviation professionals.

Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for sustainable cities and industry innovation, demonstrated through airport case studies and aviation sustainability research.