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East Alton (ALN) Facility Sees Sharp Increase In Demand For Interior Work

East Alton (ALN) Facility Sees Sharp Increase In Demand For Interior Work

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August 10, 2021

Late summer demand for MRO and Interior services has increased at West Star Aviation, particularly …

Interior Refurbishment

Help us help you with your Next Interior Refurbishment

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August 10, 2021

The idea of considering an interior refurbishment project on any airframe can be a little …

Pre-Purchase Inspections

Navigating Pre-purchase Inspections

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June 15, 2021

1. How To Prepare For A Pre-purchase Inspection 2. What is in the “Sales Agreement” …

Scott Debrie

Promotes Scott Debrie to Interior Senior Team Lead

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May 18, 2021

West Star Aviation is pleased to announce the promotion of Scott Debrie to Interior Senior …

Keep Aisle Trim Looking Like New With An Anodized Finish

Keep Aisle Trim Looking Like New With An Anodized Finish

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April 22, 2021

Phenom 100 and 300 operators will notice that the aisle trim in their aircraft is …

Alternative Material Coverings

Alternative Material Coverings

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April 22, 2021

Previous Next Alternative Material Coverings Can Provide Benefits AND Save BIG Money! What Is Alternative …

GJT Facility

Revamped Interior Design Center at GJT

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April 1, 2021

West Star Aviation is pleased to announce they are completing a remodel and expansion of …

Falcon 7x // Paint & Interior

Falcon 7x // Paint & Interior

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July 30, 2020

Welcomes New Paint Program Assistant Manager at ALN

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September 10, 2019

September 10, 2019 – West Star is pleased to announce Robert Wood as the new …

Jeremy Turnbough As Paint Program Manager

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August 22, 2019

West Star Aviation is pleased to announce Jeremy Turnbough as the new Paint Program Manager …

West Star Aviation Announces the In-house Application of Top Flight Supplies Titanium Paint Protection System for Aircraft at ALN & GJT

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January 18, 2018

January 18, 2018 -West Star Aviation is pleased to announce the company will now offer …

West Star Aviation Announces Update on State-of-the-art Paint Hangar Construction at CHA

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October 24, 2017

October 10, 2017 – West Star Aviation is pleased to announce an update the construction …

Mark White

Mark White

RSM, California

469.267.9423
Gary Freeman

Gary Freeman

RSM, Southwest

970.260.0027
Carl Hefner

Carl Hefner

RSM, Northwest

970.261.4077
Bob Fairfield

Bob Fairfield

RSM, Central

618.512.5077
Keith Schroeder

Keith Schroeder

RSM, Midwest

920.810.3905
Dave Godo

Dave Godo

RSM, Ohio Valley

618.610.0551
Chris Wilkes

Chris Wilkes

RSM, Northeast

610.937.5195
Cory Kolman

Cory Kolman

RSM, Canada

702.742.1945
Mark Daniels

Mark Daniels

RSM, South

210.284.4990
Tim Cane

Tim Cain

RSM, Florida

407.969.5365
Robbie Johnson

Robbie Johnson

RSM, Mid Atlantic

618.610.3081
Santiago Carol

Santiago Carol

RSM, Latin America

970.261.0492
Steve Fleeman

Steve Fleeman

RSM, Landing Gear

970.683.1683
Jim Woodliff

Jim woodliff

RSM, Texas

610.937.5195

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.
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  • 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.