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Hawker 800XP Winglets Are Back!

Hawker Winglets
Hawker Winglets

Aviation Partners Inc. (API) recently reported that Hawker 800XP winglets are back in production. Initially, API had put the product on hold because potential demand for Hawker 800XP winglets was in question.  With more than 450 Hawker 800XP still in active service, this is noteworthy to West Star Aviation customers that operate the proven and trusted airframe.

Our CHA and GJT locations are Authorized API Installation Centers and are currently installing these on Hawker and other airframes as well.

Detailed benefits of the API Blended Winglet technology for your Hawker 800X

For more information, please contact any of the specialists below:

Sean Ertz

Sean Ertz

Technical Sales Manager
(CHA)
Office: 423.681.8594 sertz@wsa.aero

Jeff Messmer

Jeff Messmer

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

Dan Perrin

Dan Perrin

Technical Sales Manager, Hawker
(GJT)
Office: 970.248.5207 dperrin@wsa.aero

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  • 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  If hired, you must pass a DOT drug test to start working, if you fail the job offer is rescinded.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. 
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  • The expectation is to arrive inside the learning center and clocked in at 7:00am.
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  • 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.