Grand Junction, CO, December 21, 2015 – West Star Aviation is proud to announce the promotion of Darin Perryman to Satellite Manager for their Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) location, effective November 30th.

Darin has over 17 years experience in aviation and in his new role, he will oversee the Satellite team for West Star. Darin began his career in Aviation at Gulfstream Aerospace in 1998 as the Landing Gear Shop Team Lead. He joined West Star in 2011 to help start the Hawker landing gear program, and advance the Challenger gear program for the Accessory shop in GJT. He worked in this position as team lead before accepting the promotion to Satellite Manager of PWK.

“We are pleased to have Darin take over the Satellite Manager position for Tom Hilboldt who is being promoted to Director of Operations at West Star’s newest location in Chattanooga, TN (CHA) effective January 4,” says, Rodger Renaud, Chief Operating Officer, West Star Aviation. “Darin is a valuable asset to the West Star team and we are looking forward to seeing his success continue within West Star.”

Based at the Chicago, IL (PWK) location, Darin will be responsible for the development, supervision and performance of the Satellite Team. He will be directing the work and flow of multiple projects, and providing unmatched customer service. Darin can be contacted directly at 847-850-5445 or dperryman@wsa.aero

Voted #1 Preferred MRO in Professional Pilot magazine’s annual “Preferences Regarding Aviation Services and Equipment” (PRASE) Survey for two consecutive years, West Star Aviation, Inc. specializes in the repair and maintenance of airframes, windows, and engines, as well as major modifications, avionics installation and repair, interior refurbishment, surplus avionics sales, accessory services, paint and parts.

In addition to its facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; and Columbia, SC. West Star Aviation runs maintenance operations at Aspen-Pitkin County Airport in Aspen, CO, Chicago Executive Airport in Chicago, IL and Centennial Airport in Denver, CO. The company also provides complete FBO services for transient aircraft at its newly remodeled East Alton and Grand Junction facilities. West Star Aviation, Inc. is an industry leader in technical experience and expertise while providing world-class customer services in all the organization’s divisions. For more information visit www.weststaraviation.com or call 800-922-2421.

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