Starfighters Space Founder Rick Svetkoff Resigns; Tim Franta Appointed New CEO
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Rick Svetkoff has stepped down as CEO of Starfighters Space following the company's listing on the NYSE. Tim Franta has been appointed as the new CEO. Svetkoff, who founded the company in 1996, has had a notable career including service in the U.S.
Navy and as a pilot for Continental Airlines. The company expressed gratitude for his leadership and wishes him well in future endeavors.

Feb 23, 2026, 10:43 PM