Peter Merz
Peter Merz is a seasoned aviation expert who currently serves as the Commander of the Swiss Air Force. He has been appointed as the successor to Alex Bristol as the CEO of Skyguide, starting on November 1, 2025. Merz is expected to ensure a smooth transition into his new role, bringing extensive leadership and operational experience to the organization.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Peter Merz is a former air force commander who stated that Switzerland could operate the F-35 fleet autonomously for six months.
Schweizer Offiziere verteidigen die Wahl
Switzerland· 2026-02-09
Peter Merz is the outgoing head of the air force who discussed the need for Switzerland to acquire fighter jets.
Wie sicher ist die Schweiz in Europa?Switzerland· 2025-10-02
Peter Merz is the Luftwaffenkommandant who is leaving the army after over thirty years of service.
Luftwaffenchef Peter Merz über die Kritik am Kampfjet F-35 und die MehrkostenSwitzerland· 2025-09-12
Merz is complimented by Trump for his appearance during the meeting.
La giacca nera e le battute: così è cambiato il clima tra Trump e Zelensky
Italy· 2025-08-19
Peter Merz is the Air Force Chief who has announced his departure from the Department of Defense.
Alt Bundesrätin Viola Amherd soll vor Kommission aussagenSwitzerland· 2025-07-22
Peter Merz is set to succeed Alex Bristol as the new CEO of Skyguide.
Ist die Flugsicherung Skyguide fit für den Sommer?Switzerland· 2025-07-06
Peter Merz is the Commander of the Air Force who was invited to the special session.
Sicherheitspolitische Kommission: Sondersitzung wegen F-35Switzerland· 2025-07-02
Peter Merz is the Air Force Chief who has resigned during the ongoing military leadership changes.
Bundesrätin Keller-Sutter wollte den Armeechef im Herbst absetzenSwitzerland· 2025-03-02
Peter Merz will succeed Alex Bristol as the CEO of Skyguide.
Wirtschaft: die neusten MeldungenSwitzerland· 2025-02-26
Peter Merz will succeed Alex Bristol as the new CEO of Skyguide.
Wirtschaft: die neusten MeldungenSwitzerland· 2025-02-21