ABOUT
Our Story
Coming up on 20 years of business, Crew Aviation, LLC was founded in 2002 as an aircraft management company. Seeing a growing need in the industry, Crew earned its FAA Part 135 Certificate in 2005. Since that time we have expanded our capabilities to offer world-class service from domestic to international travel.
Our management team consists of our C suite management and directors including, CEO, Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, Director of Safety, Director of Maintenance, Director of Marketing, Information Officer, and Scheduling, combining for a total of over 150 years of experience.
Crew Aviation offers executive-level air travel and associated services. We are proud of our courteous, professional crews who make it easy for passengers to conduct business or to relax with family and friends during flight.
Our staff will gladly handle any additional transportation, catering, and overnight accommodations you may require. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, turn to Crew for a superior experience.
Company Leadership
Clyde Ensor
Founder/CEO
2002 - Present
Ensor is responsible for the oversight and overall direction of Crew Aviation. Ensor saw a need in the region for an upscale, safe, business/charter jet operation. His aviation experience began at the age of 14, guided by his grandfather and their shared love for aviation.
Timothy Peace
COO/Director of Operations
2017 - Present
Peace is responsible for the aviation department and aviation operations, including safety, administration, legal, fiscal, maintenance, flight, scheduling, and customer service; supervises all department personnel. Establishes and administers policies, procedures, and practices consistent with industry standards and all applicable Federal, state, local, and company regulations and policy.
Shannon Weidekamp
Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer
2017 - Present
Her responsibilities include increasing business by acquiring new clients and establishing productive and profitable relationships with external firms and organizations. She provides strategic direction to the business and helps lead business development activities, goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values of Crew Aviation.
Wyatt E. Batchelor
Director of Maintenance
2017 - Present
Batchelor is responsible for directing, planning, and implementing inspection standards and the company's methods and procedures in complying with Federal rules, manufacturer specifications, and recommendations. He also reconciles contracts, maintenance inspections, pre-buy inspections and is the continuous analysis and surveillance system coordinator.
Max Weidekamp
Director of Business Development
2019 - Present
Weidekamp is responsible for finding new aircraft, selling or trading, air charter, jet card programs, and aircraft management interactions. He offers financial comparisons and helps our customers make economic decisions for themselves or their company.
Kelly Friel
Client Services & Lead Flight Attendant
2019 - Present
Friel's role is to understand our clients' needs while providing them with the utmost in safety and confidentiality. This includes maintaining passenger profiles, the care, and safety of the cabin, coordinating with maintenance and scheduling/dispatch to ensure that each flight is the ultimate experience in stellar service and safety.
Teamwork
We work as a "Crew." We know how you rely on us to do our job so that you can do yours. Whether you are an aircraft owner or a charter guest, we welcome you with open arms. We want to become a part of your team in getting you where you need to go smoothly.
Culture
Crew prioritizes our customer's needs. Safety and getting you where you need to go is of great importance to us. We understand that each person, and every detail matters. Each owner, charter guest, team member, and flight is catered to your needs and we guarantee Stellar Service.
Philanthropy
At Crew Aviation, we believe giving back to our community is crucial. We have been supporters of Flight Club 502 501(c)(3) since 2015. And have sponsored Rally for the Kids Foundation for the past three years. We look forward to continuing these relationships and helping the community grow.
News
Crew Aviation is an Aircraft Management, Private Air Charter, Broker, and Aircraft Acquisitions company. We have proudly been featured in these articles.
Safety
Crew prioritizes safety in all matters. Each Crew member has a role in ensuring safety throughout our company. Our maintenance department, flight dispatch, and each department head have a role in making sure all safety variables are considered and addressed for each and every flight.