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West Star Aviation Satellite Network Announces Fifth Location in Addison, TX and Plans Grand Opening at Addison Airport

East Alton, IL- June 2, 2026 — West Star Aviation is proud to announce the establishment of a new satellite location in Addison, Texas, marking the fifth West Star Aviation satellite and expanding capabilities to better serve operators across the Dallas metroplex.

 

The Addison location represents a key milestone as the newest West Star Aviation satellite and a strategic addition to serve the Dallas area with enhanced onsite access and regional coverage. The site features a 40,000-square-foot hangar, supporting expanded maintenance and repair capabilities for the region.

 

The Addison satellite will provide scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, AOG support, installations and upgrades, and inspections up to 12 and 24 months. The operation will showcase an advanced avionics upgrade capability supported by our structural and engineering expertise, giving customers a clear path to upgrades and reliable service.

 

Dallas is an ideal hub for a West Star Aviation satellite, with Robert Harris as Satellite Manager overseeing day-to-day operations alongside onsite engineering resources. Current services operate during daytime hours, with plans to extend to seven-day-a-week coverage to meet growing demand.

 

This expansion reflects strong demand from operators who need experienced technicians, state-of-the-art tooling, and ample hangar space. The Addison team has expansive tooling and highly skilled aviation professionals who are ready to deliver faster, more comprehensive service for scheduled maintenance, AOG support, and complex upgrades.

 

“​​This expansion is more than a new location. It is a commitment to our customers,” said Robert Harris, Satellite Manager. “The Addison hangar footprint, combined with our experienced team and the specialized tools we have invested in, enables us to deliver faster, more comprehensive service, whether it is scheduled maintenance, AOG support, or complex upgrades. It is an exciting milestone for West Star Aviation and the Dallas community.”

 

To celebrate this expansion, West Star Aviation is planning a grand opening event at Addison Airport later this month.

 

About West Star Aviation
With more than 79 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, West Star offers comprehensive services from our strategically located full-service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, MO; and Statesville, NC, as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis, Chicago, and Addison. The company’s extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.

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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.