East Alton, IL- January 8, 2026 —West Star Aviation is excited to announce the promotion of Dwayne Chandler to the position of Director of Avionics Business Development. With over 30 years of experience in business aviation and avionics, Dwayne brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will significantly enhance our operations.

This promotion highlights West Star Aviation’s commitment to quality and our dedication to providing great service to our customers. As a leading player in the avionics industry, we understand that having a dedicated leader for avionics business development is important. This initiative will streamline processes and improve teamwork, allowing us to implement a clear strategy across the company. By aligning our efforts, we are better able to meet our customers’ needs and take advantage of new opportunities in the market, strengthening our position as an industry leader.

Marty Rhine, Chief Sales Officer, commented on Dwayne’s promotion: “Dwayne is a highly respected industry expert with deep technical knowledge, strong market insight, and a proven track record of delivering exceptional results. His leadership in this new role will not only add substantial value for West Star Aviation but will also enhance our ability to support our customers effectively.”

“I am incredibly honored to step into this responsibility at West Star Aviation. Working alongside such an exceptionally talented avionics team is genuinely inspiring, and I look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead,” said Dwayne Chandler. “Together, we will focus on nurturing relationships and delivering innovative solutions that meet our customers’ evolving needs in the avionics sector.”

This new structure underscores our commitment to listening to our customers and vendors and adapting our services to fuel their success. We believe that Dwayne’s leadership will be instrumental in driving our avionics initiatives forward, enabling us to deliver even greater value to our clients and partners.

Please join us in congratulating Dwayne Chandler on his well-deserved promotion! For any inquiries or support, feel free to reach out to Dwayne directly.

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, and Chicago. 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.