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Month: November 2024

FCMS1

Operators of Falcon 7X, 900EX/LX/DX, and 2000EX/LX aircraft equipped with a Collins FCMS1 Cabin Management System now have the option of upgrading to a Collins Venue cabin management system.  Much of the original FCMS1 system can be retained while removing the obsolete parts of the system, including the bulkhead monitors, galley touchscreen, ADB/EDIB/DDIB, A/V Distributor, […]

Bombardier Challenger 604

Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) to Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-13-09 Operators may recall the original AD 2016-13-09 where a determination was made that certain maintenance tasks for the Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuator (HSTA) were inadequate. The AD was originally issued to detect and correct premature wear and cracking of the HSTA, which could result in […]

Gogo Galileo HDX

Gogo Galileo, the latest innovation from Gogo Business Aviation, provides operators worldwide with global, high-speed inflight internet for every size business aircraft. It leverages Eutelsat OneWeb’s enterprise-grade Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) satellite network, designed for mobility to deliver low variability and consistent performance across all routes globally. In response to strong demand for the product, West Star […]

Honeywell & Collins

Honeywell MSP – Mechanical Program Honeywell is rolling out a new addition to its Maintenance Service Plan for the G500 new (Serial 72XXX) and G600 platforms. MSP is now covering Cabin Pressure Control System (CPCS) and Environmental Control System (ECS) mechanical components, in addition to its current MSP Avionics and APU offerings with the same […]

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.