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STS Aviation Group Reorganizes STS Aviation Services Division

Bryan Shaw

17 October 2023

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Aviation Services

JENSEN BEACH, Fla., October 17, 2023 — STS Aviation Group (STS) announces the following organization changes to STS Aviation Services. These changes are effective January 1, 2024.

STS Aviation Services – North America will incorporate all base, line and component maintenance facilities throughout North America. Shane King will become EVP & Managing Director, STS Aviation Services NA.
STS Aviation Services – Europe will incorporate all base, line, component, and engine maintenance facilities in Europe. Mick Adams will retire as previously planned and take on a board advisory role. Adams will be replaced by Ian Bartholomew who will become EVP & Managing Director, STS Aviation Services EU.
STS Aviation Services – Mobile Solutions will incorporate the worldwide activities of STS that are performed away from base facilities. Currently, STS has extensive activity in North America, Europe and the Middle East. Daniel Burgess will become EVP & Managing Director, STS Aviation Services MS.
STS Aviation Services – Engineering Solutions will incorporate the worldwide engineering activities of STS. Ethan Steele will continue in his role of Sr. VP & General Manager, Engineering Solutions, heading up this sector.

“STS Aviation Services has gone through considerable growth over the past couple of years, and this new organization better aligns all business units into a cohesive leadership structure,” states Mark Smith, President, STS Aviation Services.

If you would like to learn more about STS Aviation Group, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Aviation Group:

Founded in 1986, STS Aviation Group is a one-stop service provider to the global aviation industry. With headquarters in Jensen Beach, Florida and offices / facilities around the world, STS delivers nose-to-tail aircraft maintenance solutions with unmatched results and expertise. To learn more about STS Aviation Group and what makes it the company with “Total Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For more information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Aviation Group Announces Mick Adams Is to Retire As CEO, STS Aviation Services Europe, And Appoints Ian Bartholomew as His Successor

Bryan Shaw

16 October 2023

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Aviation Services

JENSEN BEACH, Fla., October 16, 2023 — STS Aviation Group (STS) announces that Mick Adams is to retire as CEO, STS Aviation Services Europe, effective January 1, 2024. Adams will be replaced by Ian Bartholomew who will become EVP & Managing Director, STS Aviation Services EU.

Adams joined STS in 2019 at the inception of its strategy to grow exponentially in Europe. Since then, Adams has overseen the buildout of STS’ European operations while establishing STS Aviation Services as a real force in the region. Adams has constructed a very credible business that matches STS Aviation Services NA in both scale and scope.

“We’ve been very fortunate to have had Mick join STS to write the last chapter of his storied career in aviation,” states PJ Anson, CEO, STS Aviation Group. “Mick has been a true professional, guiding and nurturing the business during its inception.”

“Mick may be making a well-deserved retirement, but he has graciously agreed to continue his involvement in STS by taking on an board advisory role going forward,” says Mark Smith, President, STS Aviation Services. “Mick’s relationships in the industry are second to none, and we are delighted to have him continue to help build the business. We are also excited to have Ian take on the EVP & Managing Director role.”

Ian Bartholomew joined STS in January of 2020 as its Managing Director and has been Adams’ “right hand” during the inception of STS’ European business. Bartholomew knows the organization intimately and is Adams’ natural successor. Prior to joining STS, Bartholomew spent time with KLM UK Engineering Limited, Etihad Airways and Monarch Aircraft Engineering.

If you would like to learn more about STS Aviation Group, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Aviation Group:

Founded in 1986, STS Aviation Group is a one-stop service provider to the global aviation industry. With headquarters in Jensen Beach, Florida and offices / facilities around the world, STS delivers nose-to-tail aircraft maintenance solutions with unmatched results and expertise. To learn more about STS Aviation Group and what makes it the company with “Total Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For more information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Component Solutions Promotes Kerry Obiala to Vice President of OEM Distribution

Bryan Shaw

18 January 2023

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Categories: Employee Spotlight, Press Release Archive, STS Aviation News, STS Component Solutions, STS New Main, STS News Grid

PALM CITY, Fla., January 18, 2023 — STS Component Solutions (STS), a division of STS Aviation Group and a leading aircraft parts provider to the global aerospace industry, promotes Kerry Obiala to Vice President of OEM Distribution Solutions. Obiala will lead a team of Product Line Managers who collectively manage more than 25 global OEM partnerships.

“Kerry was the clear and obvious choice to lead our OEM distribution team,” says Tim Russo, President of STS Component Solutions. “She has been with the company for more than 14 years and played an instrumental part in our organization’s growth and success during that time. Moving forward, it is Kerry’s knowledge, leadership, and unrelenting passion for the industry that will guide the future of our OEM distribution team to unprecedented heights in 2023 and beyond.”

Obiala graduated from the University of Alabama with a dual major in Criminal Justice and Political Science. She started her career at STS Component Solutions shortly after the company was founded in 2008. Over the past 14 years, Obiala has helped grow the business into a global supply chain leader while being directly responsible for expanding the team’s OEM portfolio from a handful of partnerships to where it is today.

“I am excited about this opportunity, our growth trajectory and the growing responsibility of supporting our team members and OEM partners as we continue to expand,” states Obiala.

If you would like to learn more about STS Component Solutions, STS Aviation Group and the end-to-end aircraft maintenance solutions they provide, please visit: https://www.stsaviationgroup.com/

About STS Component Solutions:

On-time delivery of certified aircraft parts lies at STS Component Solutions’ core. The company specialize in materials management, OEM distribution and supply chain solutions. They have a knack for locating hard-to-find aircraft / engine parts and stock a rotable inventory in strategic warehouses around the world.

To learn more about STS Component Solutions and what makes it the company with “Total Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-888-777-2960.

For More information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Component Solutions’ Tom Covella Transitions into Group Advisory Role & Promotes Timothy Russo to Division President, Component Solutions

Bryan Shaw

20 December 2022

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Component Solutions, STS New Main, STS News Grid

JENSEN BEACH, Fla., December 20, 2022 — STS Component Solutions, a division of STS Aviation Group and a leading aircraft parts provider to the global aviation industry, announces that Tom Covella will transition from his role as Division President to become an Advisor to the Board of Directors. Tim Russo, STS Component Solutions’ Vice President of OEM Distribution, will succeed Covella and is being promoted to the role of Division President, effective January 1, 2023.

Russo joined STS Component Solutions in 2015 after serving 10 years at JetBlue Airways within their technical operations organization. Tim will report directly to Philip Anson Jr., CEO of STS Aviation Group.

“Tim is a fantastic choice to move into this position, and I have been working closely with both he and Tom to ensure that we have a seamless and effective transition,” states Anson. “We are very grateful to Tom for his 14-plus years of hard work and dedication, and we are excited about his desire to remain invested and engaged moving forward. Tom founded his component solutions business back in 2001, and he has been instrumental in helping the organization achieve unprecedented growth following STS’ acquisition in 2008.” Anson adds, “In Tom’s new role, we will continue to benefit from his unparalleled expertise in the aircraft components industry to help guide key growth initiatives well into the future.”

“This is a bittersweet time for me,” Covella says. “On one hand, I am moving on from the day-to-day management of a company that I founded, but on the other, I will now be afforded more time to strategize on the ambitious plans we have in place for future growth.” Tom adds, “I am fully confident that Tim will effectively lead our team going forward, and I have no doubt that the business will continue to thrive with him at the helm.”

“I am honored to take on this new leadership role, and I am energized and excited to guide the next chapter of STS Component Solutions’ growth,” says Russo. “Tom has built a great team that has proven they can meet any challenge, and I know that, together, we will continue our growth trajectory and succeed in the years to come.”

If you would like to learn more about STS Component Solutions, STS Aviation Group and the end-to-end aircraft maintenance solutions each provides, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Aviation Group:

Founded in 1986, STS Aviation Group is a one-stop service provider to the global aviation industry. With headquarters in Jensen Beach, Florida and offices around the world, STS delivers nose-to-tail aircraft maintenance solutions with unmatched results and expertise. To learn more about STS Aviation Group and what makes it the company with “Total Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For more information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Aviation Group’s CEO Named One of the Most Influential Executives in Florida

Bryan Shaw

27 October 2022

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation Group Awards, STS Aviation News, STS New Main, STS News Grid

Jensen Beach, Fla., October 27, 2022 – STS Aviation Group’s CEO, Philip Anson Jr., is recognized by Florida Trend as one of the most influential business leaders in the the state of Florida. This is the fourth time in five years that Anson has received this award.

“To be recognized for your work is always special, but this honor isn’t really mine alone. The entire STS Aviation Group team is responsible for this. I am just the guy who helps guide and nurture the careers of our people while doing my best to steer STS Aviation Group into an exciting future,” states Anson. “The past two years have been extremely challenging for us all, but we are once again flying high as a company, and I couldn’t be any more proud of my colleagues, my teammates and my friends. While the award has my name on it, this honor really belongs to the people that make STS Aviation Group a tight-nit family.”

To learn more about Florida Trend’s Florida 500 program, please visit: https://floridatrend500.com/

About STS Aviation Group:

Founded in 1986, STS Aviation Group is a one-stop service provider to the global aviation industry. With headquarters in Jensen Beach, Florida and offices around the world, STS delivers nose-to-tail solutions with unmatched results and expertise. To learn more about STS Aviation Group and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For More information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Aviation Services Signs Three-Year Agreement With Leading Part 147 Training Provider CATTS

Bryan Shaw

20 October 2022

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Aviation Services, STS Partners

BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom, October 20, 2022 — STS Aviation Services (STS), a division of STS Aviation Group and a leading aircraft maintenance provider to the global aviation industry, signs a three-year agreement with the highly-regarded Part 147 Training provider, CATTS.

CATTS’ Part 147 training program will be fully integrated into STS Aviation Services’ U.K. operations. The program will provide a turnkey solution for all STS’ its technical training needs.

“Having a training partner fully integrated with the business is essential to our growth strategy and shows our determination to develop our people to be the best,” states Malcolm Welsby, Vice President Safety & Compliance for STS Aviation Services in Europe. “I am delighted to be working with CATTS. Their team has shown the flexibility with quality and standards that we require as they provide access to multiple aircraft types.”

David Owen, Managing Director and Founder of CATTS, says, “We are delighted to be selected as STS Aviation Services training partner. CATTS has been providing training to both industry and regulators over the past 18 years, and we see ourselves as a perfect fit for STS. We look forward to opening further growth opportunities for both companies.”

“Having this agreement in place is more than training in itself… it shows STS Aviation Services’ strategy and understanding of the need to provide planned career paths for its Engineers, Technicians, Mechanics and those working in various support capacities,” states Mick Adams Chief Executive Officer of STS Aviation Services in Europe. “In today’s world, people looking for jobs have a choice, and STS will continue to differentiate itself by way of investing in, and supporting, those who wish to grow their careers within our organization. CATTS is the ideal partner to join us on this journey and will be instrumental in providing carefully thought through training and development plans to make sure that we truly are the best MRO in Europe.”

If you would like to learn more about STS Aviation Services and the global MRO solutions the company provides, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

If you would like to learn more about CATTS, please visit: www.catts.org.uk

About STS Aviation Services:

STS Aviation Services operates four state-of-the-art aircraft hangars, two interior modification facilities and more than 42 line maintenance stations in the USA and internationally. These facilities, and the expert personnel that call each home, fuel the company’s drive to a seamless blend and a growing portfolio of MRO services to deliver to an all-encompassing aircraft maintenance, engineering and modification solutions package to the global aviation industry.

To learn more about STS Aviation Services and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

About CATTS:

CATTS is the largest independent Part-147 training organization based in the United Kingdom. Currently approved by the UK CAA, EASA and GCAA our services include Theoretical and Practical training on most popular passenger aircraft in use today. In addition, CATTS are leaders in industry-based Part 145 training such as, EGR, Borescope, Gen Fam’s, HF, EWIS etc. We also offer ‘online training’ via our web-based portal.

Our services are delivered internationally to some of the world’s favorite airlines and largest UAE based operators, Royal flights, government and military operators and more recently to local national aviation regulators. Our market sustains year on year growth as we continue to provide high-quality training services at an affordable cost to the industry.

To learn more about CATTS and what we can offer your business in terms of development and training. Please email us at admin@catts.org.uk or call our head office today on 01565 653 745

For more information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

Mammoth Freighters Signs Agreement with STS Aviation Services to Perform 777 Conversions and Maintenance

STS Aviation Group

17 October 2022

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Orlando, Florida – October 17, 2022 – Mammoth Freighters LLC (“Mammoth”) is pleased to announce that the company signed a General Terms Agreement with STS Aviation Services (STS) to perform passenger-to-freighter conversions for the Mammoth 777 program. All work will be accomplished at STS’ facility in Manchester, UK, and the multi-year agreement covers both the 777-200LR and 777-300ER aircraft.

“Ensuring that we have the right modification capacity in place around the world to meet the robust demand for the Mammoth 777 freighter program is vital to our success,” stated Mammoth’s Senior Vice President of Operations, David Steinmetz. “STS has the experience, knowledge, capability and, most importantly, the high-quality reputation that we look for in an MRO partner. We are excited to have STS on our team and look forward to a productive, long-term relationship.”

The STS facility will also provide Mammoth with AOG, product support, and spares provisioning throughout Europe. STS acquired the Manchester facility earlier this year as part of their expansion efforts, and this constitutes their third facility in the UK. Mammoth will begin inducting 777 aircraft for modification at the facility in mid-2024.

Ian Bartholomew, Managing Director for STS Aviation Services, said “This P2F program assures stability in Manchester from day one and means we can forge ahead, investing in entry-level engineers and trainee schemes giving them development opportunities in the area of major programs and real-life aircraft engineering – when at the same time as taking capacity at Manchester to around 80% within two years of go live.”

Mick Adams, Chief Executive Officer of STS Aviation Services in Europe, said “From the first meeting with the Mammoth team, I could see we had the right DNA and have no doubt this will develop into a long and fruitful relationship. We are so aligned in our approach and the need for transparency in business, you would have thought we had worked together for years. In STS being awarded this contract it exemplifies our reputation, not just for MRO but for our executing highly complex and major structural projects such as continues to be the case on the Boeing Wedgetail program.”

About Mammoth Freighters LLC:

Mammoth Freighters LLC (Mammoth) was founded in December of 2020 by two top cargo conversion program executives – Bill Wagner and Bill Tarpley – specifically to design, develop, convert, and support the development of passenger to freighter conversions. The launch type is the Boeing 777 (both the 200 LR and 300 ER variants). The Mammoth converted 777 is one of the most productive and economical 777 long range freighters in the world.

Mammoth, a Boeing Licensee for the Boeing 777, is developing a global production and conversion site network which will include the Aspire MRO facility as well as additional conversion capacity planned at two other sites around the world.

Mammoth is backed by private investment funds managed by Fortress Investment Group LLC and its affiliates. Mammoth is based in Orlando, Florida with engineering offices in Escondido, California and Seattle, Washington.

For more information, visit: Mammoth777.com

About STS Aviation Services:

STS Aviation Services operates four state-of-the-art aircraft hangars, two interior modification facilities and more than 40 line maintenance stations in the USA and internationally. These facilities, and the expert personnel that call each home, fuel the company’s drive to a seamless blend and a growing portfolio of MRO services to deliver to an all-encompassing aircraft maintenance, engineering and modification solutions package to the global aviation industry. To learn more about STS Aviation Services and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For More information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Line Maintenance Opens New Station in Rochester, New York

Bryan Shaw

4 October 2022

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Line Maintenance, STS New Main, STS News Grid

Jensen Beach, Florida, October 4, 2022 — STS Line Maintenance (STS), a division of STS Aviation Group and the largest line maintenance service provider in the United States, opens a new station that will service commercial aircraft in Rochester, New York.

“The opening of our new Rochester station brings our total U.S. station count to 35 and our global station count to 42,” states Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group. “As is the case with most new stations that we open, our clients reached out and requested STS Line Maintenance’s support in Rochester, and after careful consideration and months of planning, I am proud to announce that the station officially opened on October 3rd.”

The new station in Rochester will create more than a dozen jobs in the area. And for those who are interested in learning more about the career opportunities offered by STS Line Maintenance, please click here.

“This is another exciting step for us. As our company continues to expand its global reach, we will continue to provide the aerospace industry with cost-effective aircraft maintenance solutions at every turn,” states Robby Bush, Sr. Vice President and General Manager of STS Line Maintenance.

To learn more about STS Line Maintenance and the robust aircraft maintenance solutions it provides, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Line Maintenance:

STS Line Maintenance operates 42 line maintenance stations throughout the United States, Bahamas, United Kingdom and France. At each of these stations, our team(s) offer a full range of support services, FAA / DER engineering assistance, AOG response teams and enhanced reliability through rapid response times. Skilled Technicians stand ready to handle RON maintenance, turnaround checks, non-routine discrepancy reports and ground equipment maintenance via scheduled or on-call action. To learn more, visit our website.

Media Contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Aviation Services Launches its Newly-Formed Apprenticeship Scheme in the United Kingdom

Bryan Shaw

16 September 2022

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Aviation Services, STS New Main, STS News Grid

STS Aviation Services Launches its Newly-Formed Apprenticeship Scheme in the United Kingdom — In order from left to right: Phil Prosser, Imogen Day, Brooke Foxall, Romiah Isaac, Joe James, Karam Mattu, Maclom Welsby, Mick Adams

BIRMINGHAM, September 16, 2022 — STS Aviation Services (STS), a division of STS Aviation Group and a leading aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul provider to the global aviation industry, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly formed Apprenticeship Scheme. The scheme will last for 4 years and culminates in Engineers qualifying for their engineer licenses.

Working alongside highly-skilled engineers within STS Aviation Services, the trainees have a fantastic opportunity to learn best practices on both legacy and next-generation aircraft.

Imogen Day, STS Aviation Services’ VP of Human Resources says, “When looking for a college to support our flagship scheme, there was no greater place that Solihull College who are well versed in aviation apprenticeships schemes. The scheme is four years in duration, with a mix of college attendance and working within the many areas of STS to include maintenance, design, logistics, planning, safety & compliance. From the many applicants we’ve seen, we have selected 5 trainees to start this year – each to be mentored and coached along the way by our skilled Engineers who are equally enthused by this scheme and wanting to help.”

“I cannot tell you how delighted I am that STS is now introducing this scheme, one of very few that exist in UK aviation,” states Mick Adams, STS Aviation Services’ CEO in the United Kingdom. Our company is determined to build for the long term, and bringing these trainees into such an exciting industry presents wonderful opportunities for them to grow their careers and advance. In today’s aviation market, there is a severe lack of aerospace engineers, and we have to do what needs to be done to address this. I had the pleasure of meeting all of the apprentices yesterday, and I took the opportunity to provide some colour as to the future opportunities. When doing so, I could sense the excitement and passion they have to learn. STS Aviation Services will encourage this further by exposing them to all facets of MRO in both the commercial and military sectors.”

If you would like to learn more about STS Aviation Services and the global MRO solutions the company provides, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Aviation Services:

STS Aviation Services operates four state-of-the-art aircraft hangars, two interior modification facilities and more than 40 line maintenance stations in the USA and internationally. These facilities, and the expert personnel that call each home, fuel the company’s drive to a seamless blend and a growing portfolio of MRO services to deliver to an all-encompassing aircraft maintenance, engineering and modification solutions package to the global aviation industry. To learn more about STS Aviation Services and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For More information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com

STS Aviation Services & Canadian Operator Air Transat Partner for Base Maintenance Support in the United Kingdom

Bryan Shaw

14 July 2022

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation Services, STS New Main, STS News Grid

BIRMINGHAM, July 14, 2022 — STS Aviation Services (STS), a division of STS Aviation Group and a leading aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul provider to the global aviation industry, executes a general term maintenance agreement with Air Transat (AT).

“We are delighted that Air Transat has selected STS as a heavy base maintenance provider to support each aircraft type within their company’s fleet.” states Colby Payne, Head of Sales for STS Aviation Services. “As a result of this agreement, we have already performed two Airbus A320NEO C Checks at our state-of-the-art aircraft base maintenance facility located in Birmingham UK, and we look forward to supporting a further A330-300 C Checks this year as well as a number of projects in the future.”

“I am delighted that Air Transat has chosen STS as a supplier for heavy base maintenance.,” says Lee Burgess, Vice President of Civil Operations for STS Aviation Services. “This agreement further supports our growth plans in the United Kingdom and comes shortly after our company announced its expansion into Manchester. It is also pleasing that we are attracting overseas customers to the UK. This fact further demonstrates the value of our wide-ranging MRO capabilities.”

“Having a reliable MRO is crucial for staying competitive in the market, and we are thrilled to have found one in STS Aviation Services. Furthermore, STS Aviation Services’ smooth and timely support enables Air Transat to execute our projects on time and on budget,” states Mario Lafrance, Vice-President, Technical Operations for Air Transat.

If you would like to learn more about STS Aviation Services and the global MRO solutions the company provides, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Aviation Services:

STS Aviation Services operates four state-of-the-art aircraft hangars, two interior modification facilities and more than 40 line maintenance stations in the USA and internationally. These facilities, and the expert personnel that call each home, fuel the company’s drive to a seamless blend and a growing portfolio of MRO services to deliver to an all-encompassing aircraft maintenance, engineering and modification solutions package to the global aviation industry. To learn more about STS Aviation Services and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For More information, contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
bryan.shaw@stsaviationgroup.com