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West Star Aviation reveals new leadership structure

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Yves Le Marquand
6 Jun 24
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West Star Aviation has unveiled a new executive leadership structure following a multi-year succession planning process. Jim Rankin, who has served as CEO since 2018,…

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Gama Aviation sells Jet East to West Star Aviation for $131m

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Alasdair Whyte
18 Oct 23
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The Jet East stand at NBAA BACE has been a popular one. The maintenance company is giving out t-shirts and has been busy all day.…

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West Star Aviation names Tommi Krell as director of Corporate Communications

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Terry Spruce
23 Jan 19
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Tommi Krell has joined West Star Aviation as Director of Corporate Communications. Krell will be responsible for managing internal employee communications channels, as well as…

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West Star Aviation acquires Flite Components

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Terry Spruce
28 Nov 18
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West Star Aviation has recently acquired Flite Components, an FAA/EASA Part 145 Repair Station. Conveniently located minutes away from Dallas Love Field airport, the company…

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West Star Aviation promotes Katie Johnson to Vice President of Human Resources

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Terry Spruce
20 Aug 18
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West Star Aviation is pleased to announce Katie Johnson has been promoted to Vice President of Human Resources effective immediately. In her new role, Katie…

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West Star Aviation appoints Howard Allred as CFO

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Terry Spruce
2 Jul 18
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June 26, 2018 – West Star Aviation announced the appointment of Howard Allred as Chief Financial Officer of West Star Aviation. Howard has served in…

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