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Month: July 2024

West Star Aviation’s Interior Specialists are some of the most creative and talented designers in the industry today. As such, they are very in tune with industry trends as well as customer preferences, particularly as they relate to the aircraft interior design segment. One such trend is the floor plan reconfiguration of the Falcon 2000 […]

Challenger 600

Challenger operators should be aware of the Special Detailed Inspection of Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator per Chapter 5 Inspection 27-42-01-110**. Operators with this inspection coming due should know time is running out to comply, and there is an increased expectation in the demand for the required parts and exchanges related to this issue. What should […]

In-Flight Entertainment

The Collins Venue™Smart Monitor (VSM)has been designed as a stand-alone replacement for obsolete In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) and Cabin Management System (CMS) monitors for most any airframe flying. The system delivers the latest in Ultra High-Definition (UHD) display resolution and entertainment options that operate independently from existing Cabin Management System (CMS) controls. The VSM offers aircraft […]

Challenger 604

On May 31, 2024 the FAA issued an AMOC (Alternate Means of Compliance) based on Bombardier’s request to Transport Canada dated February 2024. This AMOC was approved by the FAA to push compliance of the AD until June 30, 2028 subject to the following conditions: 1. This approval is applicable only to Bombardier, Inc. airplanes […]

Challenger 604

The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2021–20–13, which applied to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model CL–600–2B16 (604 Variant) airplanes. AD 2021–20–13 required repetitive lubrication and repetitive detailed visual inspections (DVI) and non-destructive test (NDT) inspections of the main landing gear (MLG) shock strut lower pins and replacement if necessary. The new AD2024-03-06  continues to require […]

Mark White

RSM, California

Dave Godo

RSM, Ohio Valley

Mark Daniels
Tim Cane
Robbie Johnson

RSM, Mid Atlantic

Santiago Carol

RSM, Latin America

Steve Fleeman

RSM, Landing Gear

Contact Us

WSAA will be piloted at the East Alton, IL facility with the first round of apprentices anticipated to start in August 2024. For more information on West Star Aviation employment or WSAA apprentice selection criteria, please visit www.weststaraviation.com/wsaa-academy or contact Katie Johnson (katiejohnson@wsa.aero) or Dave Lagermann (dlagermann@wsa.aero).

Application & Selection Process

Before applying, please be aware of the standards of conduct for employment with West Star along with the strict requirements below while attending WSAA.

  • Working in Aviation requires a commit to being drug-free.  Pre-employment drug testing along with random and reasonable suspicion testing is required for all companies employing people working in safety sensitive positions. The position you are considering applying for is safety sensitive.  If hired, you must pass a DOT drug test to start working, if you fail the job offer is rescinded.  If you pass, you must remain drug-free during employment, failing a random or reasonable suspicion test may result in termination of employment.  Please note: marijuana is legal in certain states however the FAA follows Federal law where marijuana is illegal.  This means testing positive for marijuana, or any other illegal drug, will prevent you from working in Aviation. 
  • The first 7.5 months will follow a strict schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm (breaks and meal periods provided). 
  • The expectation is to arrive inside the learning center and clocked in at 7:00am.
  • While attending WSAA, no more than 4 hours a week can be missed.  Extenuating medical circumstances will be given full consideration with supporting documentation.
  • WSAA follows an FAA approved curriculum which has certain requirements including attendance. 
  • Testing for the FAA license at the conclusion of WSAA is required, along with passing.  Two opportunities to test will be provided, if needed.  Employment may terminate if the FAA license is not obtained.
  • Candidates will be contacted to complete pre-screening assessments and questionnaires. 
  • Qualified candidates will be contacted in late November and scheduled for a tour and interview with Hiring Managers at West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL.
  • To be qualified, candidates must pass the pre-screening process along with submitting a negative DOT drug test result.
  • Finalists will be selected after onsite interviews. Job offers will be extended in mid-December with a start date of January 9, 2024.
  • Pay while learning in the Academy will be $20 per hour.  Upon successfully graduating and obtaining your FAA license, pay will increase to $27 per hour.