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Month: January 2022

Gulfstream Inspections

Large First-time Calendar Inspections: G450 & G650 West Star Aviation’s dedication team of Gulfstream Specialists recently completed two large, first-time calendar inspections – a 96-month, 8C Inspection on a G650 and a 192-month inspection on a G450.  These are the two latest examples of “Service In Action” from the West Star Team that led to […]

5G rollout

Many operators may still be confused about the current 5G rollout delay situation.  That’s understandable.   West Star Aviation’s Avionics Teams are following the current 5G rollout closely and wanted to try and clarify the situation and provide some insight you can really use. Radar Altimeters and 5G Interference explained Q – How might Terrestrial […]

West Star is proud to announce they have completed their first paint project of an Embraer Lineage aircraft at their Chattanooga, TN (CHA) location, one of their four full-service facilities. The recently announced expansion will allow for even more space to assist customers with their MRO services at the CHA facility. Of the four full-service […]

AOG Work Authorization Form

At West Star Aviation, the new year means new opportunities to refine our processes to make sure they are customer-focused and customer-friendly.  Our goal is to continually make it easier to do business with us and look for ways to improve communication with our customers.  This is a theme you will see throughout 2022 and […]

West Star Aviation is pleased to announce that it has developed and certified an STC for the Installation of Future Air Navigation System (FANS) equipment for Citation X aircraft in partnership with Honeywell. The company recently completed the first installation at West Star’s East Alton, IL (ALN) location. The FANS approval will provide Citation X […]

West Star Aviation welcomes Brian Chapman as EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Manager at their Perryville, MO (PCD) facility. Brian holds an Associates degree in Aviation Technology and has over 20 years of fire safety experience and over seven years of extensive environmental and safety experience, as well as also being a trained medical first […]

Maintenance Services

West Star provides aircraft maintenance services on the most sophisticated airframes flying today, all with an unparalleled emphasis on customer service and satisfaction.  This has resulted in continually being recognized as the #1 Preferred MRO for 8 consecutive years (Pro Pilot PRASE Survey). Our techs are industry experienced on your specific aircraft make and model.  […]

Avionics Services

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ff2T15rpRvg West Star offers the latest cockpit and cabin avionics installations, upgrades and repairs for the specific airframe you fly.   Locations: East Alton, IL (ALN) Grand Junction, CO (GJT) Chattanooga, TN (CHA) Perryville, MO (PCD Airframes: Citation Challenger Conquest Embraer Falcon Gulfstream Global Hawker King Air Learjet Piaggio Call today to schedule an appointment […]

Interior Services

West Star offers unparalleled design expertise and craftmanship for the interior refurbishment of your aircraft. We specialize in all areas of cabin upgrades, refurbishments and reconfigurations including: Cabinetry Design, Fabrication and Finish  Interior Design, Modification and Upholstery  Floor Plan Reconfiguration  Soundproofing  Custom Plating  Entertainment Systems  Cabin Communications  WiFi Communication Custom Galleys Locations: East Alton, IL […]

Paint Services

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8Y7pKwiAqc West Star offers world-class paint services at all four full-service locations. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide climate control along with special filtration and exhaust systems for precise removal and application of paints and coatings.  Services Custom paint schemes Touch ups Logos Locations: East Alton, IL (ALN) Grand Junction, CO (GJT) Chattanooga, TN (CHA) Perryville, MO […]

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 January 2024. For more information on West Star Aviation employment or WSAA apprentice selection criteria, please visit www.weststaraviation.com/careers 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.