AOG/MRT
  • Avionics Repair and Installation
  • Overhaul & Inspections
  • Engine Maintenance
  • Paint & Interior Services
  • System Modifications
  • Window Repair Services

FAA AUTHORIZED CONQUEST AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY PROVIDER

West Star is FAA certified, trained and experienced on most Conquest models and engines. We specialize in airframe and engine inspections, repairs and modifications, parts and component overhaul and avionics installations. Full interior and exterior paint capabilities are available at most locations. See complete capabilities, airframe models, and other services offered below.

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MODELS
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
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C425     
C421     
Conquest II/C441     
AIRFRAME
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
  ALN GJT CHA PCD
FAA Authorized     
All Aircraft Inspections Performed, Including SID Inspections     
In-House NDT Capabilities for all Conquest SID Inspections     
Specialize in Setting up the Engines on Your 441     
Replacement Exchange EECs for all Conquest 441 Aircraft     
Troubleshooting Expertise on Airframe, Engines and Avionics     
Stainless Steel Exhaust Fairing Installation     
Recognition Light Installation     
Airframe Repairs, up through Major Repairs     
Tech Support for our Customers When Needed, on the Road or In-House     
ENGINE & APU
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
  ALN GJT CHA PCD
Factory Authorized Honeywell TPE331 Major Service Center     
Factory Authorized Honeywell TPE331 Line Authorized     
Pratt & Whitney PT6-A Line Service Center     
Dash 10 Engine Conversions     
Authorized Blackhawk XP Engine Distributor     
AVIONICS
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
  ALN GJT CHA PCD
RVSM STC for Conquest II     
FAA Class I, II, III Avionics Repair Station     
SATCOM     
GPS     
EGPWS/TAWS     
TCAS     
Flight ID     
EFIS     
ELT     
ADC Upgrades     
FMS     
Moving Map     
Flat Panel     
Comm/Nav Systems     
Computer Aided Panel Fabrication     
Cabin Info Systems     
Cabin Entertainment     
Conquest EFIS Solutions     
PAINT & INTERIOR
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
  ALN GJT CHA PCD
Major Interior Refurbishment     
Interior Designers on Staff     
Cabinetry Design, Fabrication and Finish     
Interior Design, Modification and Upholstery     
Floor Plan Reconfiguration     
Soundproofing     
Custom Plating     
Entertainment Systems     
Cabin Communications     
Exterior Strip and Paint     
PARTS & ACCESSORIES
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
  ALN GJT CHA
AOG Parts Support    
Component and Accessory Overhaul and Exchange    
Computerized Bar-Coded Parts Inventory    
Experienced, Air-Frame-Specific Purchasing Staff    
Online Ordering Direct From the Factory, API and Aviall    
ILS and Parts Base Inventory Locator System    
Core and Warranty Processing Personnel on Staff    
Detailed Inspections and Strict QA from Reception Through Installation    
OTHER
  • Green FAA Authorized
  • Blue OEM Approved
  ALN GJT CHA PCD
Windshield Repair     
Structural and Systems FAA-DER Engineers on Staff     
FAA-DAR on Staff     
Avidyne/Meggitt EFIS     
4 Blade Props     
Dual Master Warning     
LED Lights     
425/441 Strakes     
Recognition Lights     
Garmin 600 Installations     

* See capabilities PDF for additional detail

Aircraft Maintenance & Repair Services
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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.