West Star Aviation recently announced that Mike Sapanara has joined their team and will lead Avionics Technical Sales.
Mike began his avionics career in the United States Coast Guard and recently retired from the Air Force Reserve in 2007. With over 38 years of experience, Mike has held positions as Senior Field Service Engineer and Regional Sales Manager with Rockwell Collins, where he has spent the last 22 years of his career. In addition, he holds A&P and FCC licenses.
In his new position, Mike will initially focus on large avionics projects such as major glass retrofits, complete cabin management upgrades, and Satcom installations at the West Star’s East Alton (ALN) and Grand Junction (GJT) location.
Additionally, Mike will be available to travel to any region for avionics installation and sales support. Mike Sapanara can be contacted directly at (804) 453-5702 (office), (804) 873-6615 (cell) or msapanara@wsa.aero.
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; Columbia, SC; and Dallas, TX, West Star Aviation runs the maintenance operations at Aspen-Pitkin County Airport in Aspen, CO and at Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield, MO. 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 http://www.weststaraviation.com or call 800-922-2421.
