Crownair Aviation Blog

Crownair Aviation Consolidates Locations

2011-05-23T09:16:00.000-07:00

San Diego, Calif.; May 23, 2011… Crownair Aviation today announced the consolidation of its locations to one base. As Crownair continues to provide turbine and piston maintenance and avionics support, it will center its operations at Montgomery Field Airport (KMYF) in San Diego, CA. This move will result in the closure of its Carlsbad location at the McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ). Through its mobile capabilities, Crownair will continue to service aircraft at McClellan-Palomar Airport, as well as the other surrounding airports.

“As we address the current challenges facing the aviation industry, this move will allow the Crownair team to continue offering competitive service and pricing to our customers,” says Dave Ryan, President of Crownair Aviation. “We will continue to build on our sound business practices and solid foundational principles.”

“Having two facilities to provide these services has been less efficient at our current volumes,” says Ray Richmond, General Manager of Crownair Aviation. “Using our mobile services Crownair has supported customers at airports in the Southern California region. We will be expanding our mobile repair capabilities even further to support this market.”

This realignment of resources will make Crownair Aviation a stronger, more viable organization. As they celebrate their 60th Anniversary Crownair remains optimistic about the future.

About Crownair Aviation

Crownair Aviation has a history of customer satisfaction that spans six decades. They can provide a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and a world class maintenance and avionics service center. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call 858.277.1453

Crownair Aviation and Coast Flight Training Join to Enhance the Cirrus Aircraft Experience

2011-05-11T12:10:00.000-07:00

Cirrus Aircraft Names Crownair Aviation and Coast Flight Training as Platinum Partner Service and Training Centers

San Diego, Calif.; May 11, 2011. Crownair Aviation and Coast Flight Training and Management Inc. today announced their alliance as Cirrus Platinum Partners for Authorized Service and Training respectively. The honor of becoming a Cirrus Platinum Partner is reserved for only those members of the Cirrus network who exhibit and consistently maintain the highest quality customer service, training standards and technical skills world-wide.

Both companies are located at Montgomery Field Airport (KMYF) in San Diego, CA and offer Cirrus Aircraft owners and pilots the only complete Cirrus Aircraft Partner Facility on the West Coast.

Crownair Aviation maintains Coast Flight Training’s fleet of Cirrus Aircraft and is open to the public for aircraft service, inspections, maintenance and avionics. All airframe technicians have completed the Cirrus Initial training program, Specialized Composite Repair Lab in Duluth, CAPS Line Cutter Replacement, and AmSafe seat belt restraint training. Crownair’s Avionic Technicians attended Garmin 1000 and Cirrus Perspective by Garmin training in Olathe. Crownair can handle it all, from routine service such as oil changes to major repairs and engine overhauls / exchanges. Crownair relies on Coast Flight’s expert group of instructor pilots to relocate aircraft when needed for service.

Coast Flight Training and Management Inc. is the finest and best-equipped Cirrus training center in Southern California. It counts on top tier Professional Pilot Instructors and a fleet that is composed of new and modern Cirrus SR20s and SR22s. The Cirrus is the best-selling, single engine piston in the world and features instruments and controls similar to commercial jetliners. The Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS™) provides top of the line, unprecedented safety. Coast uses a Scenario Based Training program (SBT), which enables pilot graduates from the academy to immediately enter the pilot ranks of commercial airlines. SBT is used by the military and airlines, and focuses on providing the student with the critical decision-making skills necessary to exercise the duties and responsibilities of the Pilot In Command. Using modern Cirrus aircraft and implementing SBT has proven to be instrumental in attracting customers and makes Coast Flight Training unique in its complete preparation of students. In addition, Coast owns and operates brand new full motion RedBird flight simulator set up to train in the Cirrus platform.

“As a part of Crownair’s leadership team and a Coast Flight Training student pilot in the Cirrus SR20, I feel confident in this alliance”, says Debi Carlston, Director of Marketing of Crownair Aviation. “Every time I fly, I feel secure in knowing that the aircraft are maintained extremely well and my instructors are top notch.”

About Crownair Aviation

Crownair Aviation has a history of exemplary customer satisfaction that spans six decades. Crownair provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and two class-leading maintenance and avionics service centers. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call any of our locations:

Crownair Aviation-MYF: 858-277-1453
Crownair Aviation-CRQ: 760-431-5315

About Coast Flight Training

Coast Flight Training and Management Inc. deploys its business in a state-of-the-art facility composed of six fully equipped classrooms and a large auditorium. Flying lessons are conducted in new and modern Cirrus SR20s and SR22s fleet are complemented by theoretical instruction carried out in a brand new full motion RedBird flight simulator. For more information on Coast Flight Training and Management Inc., visit www.iflycoast.com or call:

Coast Flight Training and Management: 858-279-4359

Crownair Aviation Celebrates 60th Anniversary

2011-04-28T09:21:00.000-07:00

San Diego, Calif.; April 27, 2011… Crownair Aviation announced it is celebrating 60 years as one of Southern California’s most experienced aviation service providers. Since 1951, Crownair Aviation has provided customers with reliable aircraft maintenance, avionics and quality aircraft fuel.

The key to Crownair's longevity and reputation is the experience and expertise of its employees. Crownair’s team of professionally trained technicians have over 500 years of combined experience, giving their customers the unparalleled level of quality, safety, reliability and value that they deserve. Crownair’s daily mission is to encompass all that is expected of a world class operation.

“I am proud to be a part of the Crownair team during its 60^th Anniversary,” says Ray Richmond, General Manager. “We have come a long way in just the past year and we believe it shows. We have incorporated some important procedural changes, upgraded facilities, and provided training opportunities for every employee.”

Dave Ryan, President of Crownair Aviation, believes Crownair has a bright and promising future. “With the organizational changes and the professionalism of our team, Crownair is positioned to embrace the opportunities ahead. Building on its legacy over the past 60 years, Crownair will continue to uphold sound business practices and focus on world class service, while our improvements will serve to enhance our customer’s experience.”

In celebration of its diamond anniversary, Crownair recently unveiled its 60th Anniversary edition of their website www.crownairaviation.com. The new look takes you back to the early years of aviation, but with modern technology and various social media outlets to suit different user needs.

In the past few years, Crownair has also increased their involvement within the local aviation and residential community. Crownair is highly involved with the Southern California Aviation Association (SCAA). SCAA is a non-profit regional aviation group associated with the National Business Aviation Association. The organization is proactive in addressing concerns impacting the region’s airports, including safety and operations; and promoting education on the importance of business aviation to our communities, companies, and the general public.

As Crownair celebrates their 60^th Anniversary, the company is poised for growth and longevity, while consistently maintaining quality and integrity, and focusing on new levels of service.

About Crownair Aviation

Crownair Aviation has a history of customer satisfaction that spans six decades. Crownair provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and two class-leading maintenance and avionics service centers. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951.

Crownair Aviation services single‐engine piston through high‐end business jet aircraft with full maintenance, avionics equipment upgrades, installation and repair, as well as fuel sales and service. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call any of our locations:

Crownair Aviation-MYF: 858-277-1453
Crownair Aviation-CRQ: 760-431-5315

Crownair Aviation Receives Cirrus Platinum Partner Status

2010-11-11T07:26:00.000-08:00

Crownair Aviation, an aviation fuel sales, maintenance and avionics service company, is pleased to announce their achievement of the prestigious distinction of Cirrus Platinum Partner. This honor is reserved for only those partners who exhibit and consistently maintain the highest quality customer service and training standards.

As part of Crownair Aviation’s efforts towards achieving Platinum Partner status, and providing world class customer service, Crownair is running all of their airframe technicians through the Cirrus Initial training program, Specialized Composite Repair Lab in Duluth, and the CAPS Line Cutter Replacement and AmSafe seat belt restraint training. Crownair's Avionic Technicians have attended Garmin 1000 training in Olathe.

"Crownair has been working closely with Cirrus Aircraft Tech Support to provide valuable tools to our Cirrus customers." Said Bill Rohde, Director of Maintenance at Crownair Aviation. "We want every customer to leave knowing that we value them, as aviators, and individuals with genuine concerns and manageable expectations. The professional relationships that we have developed, this year alone, is part of our model of what we strive for with all of our customers and the aviation community."

"The current management of maintenance is world class! Crownair Aviation's Director of Maintenance and Maintenance Service Manager have made my job of managing the planes so much simpler. They are responsive, timely, and most importantly they are producing a safe product." Said Will Dryden, Founder of Coast Flight Training & Management.

Crownair Aviation's leadership team's wealth of aviation experience and passion for flight safety, combined with their drive for excellence, has inspired a culture within Crownair that has allowed them to exceed many of the highest service and operational standards in the aircraft service industry today.

About Crownair Aviation

Crownair Aviation has a history of customer satisfaction that spans more than five decades. Crownair provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and two class‐leading maintenance and avionics service centers. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951 with integrity and professionalism.

Crownair Aviation services single‐engine piston through high‐end business jet aircraft with full maintenance, avionics equipment upgrades, installation and repair, as well as fuel sales and service. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call any of our locations:

Crownair Aviation-MYF: 858-277-1453
Crownair Aviation-CRQ: 760-431-5315

Crownair Aviation becomes an Avanti Authorized Service Center

2010-08-04T13:24:00.000-07:00

Piaggio Aero Adds Crownair Aviation to its Avanti Authorized Service Center Network

Crownair Aviation has been selected by Piaggio Aero to become an Avanti Authorized Service Center. Piaggio Avanti aircraft owners and operators will now have two additional service facilities in Southern California to assist them with all of their maintenance, and avionics needs.

Crownair Aviation has met Piaggio's authorized service center requirements, which includes factory training, specialized tooling & equipment, and technical data. Located at Montgomery Airport (KMYF) in San Diego and McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ) in Carlsbad, the Company is also an authorized service center for Honeywell, Rockwell Collins, and Garmin to name a few. Crownair is also a dealer for Pratt & Whitney and will be offering manufacturer's warranty services, 24/7 aircraft on ground (AOG) support, road crew dispatch and expedited parts services along with its vast array of MRO & FBO capabilities.

"The entire Crownair Aviation Team is excited about the opportunities before us," said Bill Rohde, Director of Maintenance at Crownair Aviation. "The Piaggio flying community will benefit from the consistent, reliable support that Crownair Aviation, offers to this region".

Crownair Aviation provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, at their Montgomery Field location; pilot and passenger amenities; personalized concierge service; hangar space; and two full service maintenance and avionics facilities. Crownair's technicians have over 500 years of combined aviation experience and have been serving the aviation community since 1951 with integrity and professionalism.

About Crownair Aviation
Crownair Aviation has a history of customer satisfaction that spans more than five decades. Crownair provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and two class-leading maintenance and avionics service centers. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951 with integrity and professionalism.

Crownair Aviation services single-engine piston through high-end business jet aircraft with full maintenance, avionics equipment upgrades, installation and repair, as well as fuel sales and service. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call any of our locations:

Crownair Aviation-MYF: 858-277-1453
Crownair Aviation-CRQ: 760-431-5315

Crownair Aviation appoints new Director of Maintenance Bill Rohde

2010-01-27T12:22:00.000-08:00

Bill Rohde to lead strategy for Crownair's maintenance and avionics business with a commitment to superior safety standards and world class service

Crownair Aviation, an aviation fuel sales, maintenance and avionics service company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bill Rohde as Director of Maintenance. Rohde will be responsible for all maintenance, repair station, parts, and line service operations and personnel. In his role, Rohde will initiate new business opportunities, standardize bases, and contribute to long term sustainable growth, while ensuring continued safety and service reliability.

"Crownair's reputation for world class service is due to the high caliber staff we have on board. Bill's wealth of experience in aviation and drive for customer satisfaction make him an excellent addition to our team," says Ray Richmond, General Manager of Crownair Aviation.

Rohde brings over 28 years of aviation experience working in Corporate, Repair Station and OEM sectors of the industry, and has held various technical, leadership, and managerial positions throughout his career. In addition, he has served on several industry committees, including the NBAA Learjet Technical Committee and NBAA Honeywell Mechanical Technical Committee. Rohde holds a degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology from Eastern New Mexico University.

"Crownair is positioning itself to have a greater presence in the industry," said Bill Rohde, Director of Maintenance of Crownair Aviation. "As the economy regains momentum and personal and business flying activity increases, Crownair Aviation will be ready to meet the maintenance and FBO needs of our customers."

Rohde's first exposure to business aviation came as a Maintenance Technician for Kal Aero, located in Kalamazoo, MI. After 11 years of moving up the ranks at Kal-Aero, Bill spent ten years as a Chief of Maintenance at Eaton Corporation, overseeing maintenance of a fleet of business jet aircraft.
Most recently, Rohde held the position of Field Service Representative for Bombardier Business Aircraft. During his tenure there, he assisted Bombardier operators in resolving technical and non-technical issues regarding the safe and efficient, and economic operation of their aircraft. In addition, Rohde supported new aircraft operators with deliveries and entry-into-service, as well as provided guidance on an advisory level to executive operators, completion centers, and service organizations.

About Crownair Aviation
Crownair Aviation has a history of customer satisfaction that spans more than five decades. Crownair provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and two class-leading maintenance and avionics service centers. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951 with integrity and professionalism.

Crownair Aviation services single-engine piston through high-end business jet aircraft with full maintenance, avionics equipment upgrades, installation and repair, as well as fuel sales and service. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call any of our locations:

Crownair Aviation-MYF: 858-277-1453
Crownair Aviation-CRQ: 760-431-5315

Crownair Aviation announces change in day-to-day operations and new FAA class ratings

2009-10-20T10:18:00.000-07:00

Crownair Aviation, an aviation fuel sales, maintenance and avionics service company, announces their renewed commitment to customers and change in day-to-day operations.

Established in 1951, Crownair is rebuilding their reputation for world class service and customer satisfaction. This year Crownair marked the beginning of a new chapter in their history. With the landscape of business changing, challenging companies to produce more with less, Crownair is dedicated to its customers through a well-defined philosophy. This philosophy integrates enormous industry knowledge and solution development skills, with customer intimacy and a growing enthusiasm to succeed on behalf of the customer - at every level.

"There have been some noticeable changes at Crownair Aviation the past six months. We have faced numerous challenges, but are confident we are starting our rise above them and the temporary economic downturn," added Ray Richmond, the newly appointed general manager of Crownair Aviation. "Our renewed focus will be one of 'back to basics', targeting fundamentals as the key to re-establishing Crownair Aviation as a world-class service organization."

Crownair's commitment extends further than just exemplary service; they have professionally trained technicians with over 20 years of experience, and offer discounted rates when you combine both your maintenance and avionics needs. Combining services lowers costs, increases safety and limits downtime.
In 2008, Crownair Aviation earned FAA Class III and IV maintenance ratings, and is proud to announce they have successfully acquired Class I, II, and III avionics ratings.

Crownair Aviation is also an authorized dealer and service center for many popular airframe and part manufacturers. Not only have they been a long time Mooney and Cirrus Authorized Service Center, Crownair recently became an authorized service center for Raisbeck Engineering, and Blackhawk Modifications, Inc. Crownair Aviation strives to supply aviation products and services tailored to meet the specific and ever-changing needs facing their customers.

This year marks the 58th year of operation for Crownair Aviation. As of August 2009, Ray Richmond, under the direction of Crownair's new executive board, will oversee the day-to-day operations of the company. Together, they are committed to supporting the community and making Crownair Aviation a top competitor in the aviation service industry.

About Crownair Aviation
Crownair Aviation has a history of customer satisfaction that spans more than five decades. Crownair provides a wide range of aircraft services including a dedicated fuel station, pilot and passenger amenities, personalized concierge service, hangar space, and two class-leading maintenance and avionics service centers. As one of the most experienced and respected names on the West Coast, Crownair has been serving the aviation community since 1951 with integrity and professionalism.

Crownair Aviation services single-engine piston through high-end business jet aircraft with full maintenance, avionics equipment upgrades, installation and repair, as well as fuel sales and service. For more information on Crownair Aviation, visit www.crownairaviation.com or call any of our locations:

Crownair Aviation-MYF: 858-277-1453
Crownair Aviation-CRQ: 760-431-5315