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How To Reduce Downtime on Embraer Legacy 600/650 24-month Inspections

Embraer Legacy 600/650 24-month Inspections
Embraer Legacy 600/650 24-month Inspections

West Star Aviation is pleased to announce that it has purchased a set of Aft Fuel Tank Relief Valves to provide Embraer Legacy 600/650 operators the option to substantially reduce downtime associated with LU24 Inspections.  Aircraft down time can be reduced on average by three weeks during inspection when this exchange option is selected.  That’s a serious time savings!

Customers who choose this option can use the exchange valves while their aircraft is in for service.  Typically, the lead time on these valves when sent out for a function test is 4-5 weeks on average.

This option is attractive to operators that need to schedule their upcoming 24-month inspection, task 28-14-04-720-001-A0) and are looking to minimize downtime and is offered at all four full-service locations (ALN, GJT, CHA and PCD).  For more on the Aft Fuel Tank Positive Relief Valve Exchange option or any of the Embraer Legacy capabilities at West Star Aviation, please contact any of the specialists below.

Joe Carr

Joe Carr

Technical Sales Manager Embraer
(GJT)
Office 970.248.5279
jcarr@wsa.aero

Jeff Messmer

Jeff Messmer

Technical Sales Manager
(PCD)
Cell 314.607.4069
jmessmer@wsa.aero

Larry Marler

Larry Marler

Technical Sales Manager
(CHA)
Office 423.598.1578
lmarler@wsa.aero

Kevin Hand

Kevin Hand

Embraer / Textron Technical Sales
(ALN)
Office 618.258.4779
khand@wsa.aero

Mark Crotty

Mark Crotty

Embraer Program Manager
(ALN)
Office 618.390.1114
mcrotty@wsa.aero

Mike Forehand

Michael Forehand

Embraer Program Manager
(CHA)
Office 618.258.8863
mforehand@wsa.aero

Tom Modrick

Tom Modrick

Program Manager, Textron / Embraer
(GJT)
Office 970.248.5279
tmodrick@wsa.aero

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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.