Flightstar Corporation Completes 1000th Engine Change on Embraer 145 Series Aircraft
Champaign, IL (KCMI) – Flightstar Corporation, an MRO based at Willard Airport (KCMI) since 1978, has recently changed their 1000th Rolls-Royce AE 3007 engine on an Embraer 145 series aircraft.
Flightstar added more capabilities to its overnight airline maintenance program in 2008 with its first Rolls-Royce AE 3007 engine replacement on an Embraer 145 series aircraft. These maintenance functions have continued over the last 14 years and have recently hit a milestone of 1000 engine changes performed. A majority of these events happen in a singular overnight shift, allowing aircraft to return for regularly scheduled airline service the following morning with no interruption to the scheduled flight.
“Considering our ability to change one engine in a single shift and the number of engines that have been changed speaks volumes to the experience, aptitude, and determination of our employees,” stated Flightstar Airline Division Manager, Steve Warns. “I hope they all, past and present, are as proud of this milestone as I am.”
About Flightstar Corporation
Founded in 1978, Flightstar is an aviation service organization located at the University of Illinois-Willard Airport in Champaign, Illinois (KCMI). With over 112,000 square feet of hangar space, the company offers a wide range of services including a full-service fixed base operation (FBO), airline and general aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul operations (MRO),avionics sales with installation and repair, and world-wide executive jet charter with full aircraft management services. Flightstar proudly serves as a Bombardier Authorized Service Facility (ASF) for the Learjet 40, 45, 70, and 75 series of aircraft. Additionally, Flightstar operates as a Honeywell Authorized Service Center for the TFE731 series, HTF7000 and Honeywell APU.
With over 150 team members, Flightstar prides itself on providing world-class aviation services delivered with a Midwestern work ethic and highly personalized customer service. To learn more about us, visit www.FLIGHTSTAR.com or call (800)-747-4777.