Spirit Aeronautics Appoints William (Bill) Highfill as Director of Maintenance

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Sept. 8, 2014 - PRLog -- Spirit Aeronautics a trade name of Spirit Avionics, Ltd, based in Columbus, Ohio is proud to announce the appointment of William (Bill) Highfill to the Director of Maintenance position where he will be responsible for the production elements of Spirit Aeronautics aircraft maintenance, avionics, and interior refurbishment operations.

“We are extremely honored and pleased that Bill has joined our Senior Management Team,” said Tony Bailey, President of Spirit Aeronautics. “Bill brings with him a wealth of knowledge gained in a long and highly successful career within the business aviation industry.  Our company has ambitious plans for the future centered on our commitment to an unsurpassed customer experience each and every time they entrust us with the care of their aircraft. Bill’s experience and enthusiasm will be a great asset that reinforces our distinction as a high quality industry leader in aircraft maintenance, avionics and interior services.”

Mr. Highfill joins Spirit Aeronautics after gaining over 17 years of experience with increasing responsibility at various companies including Gulfstream Aerospace, Indianapolis Jet Center (now Comlux Aviation Services) and ARINC, Inc. Prior senior positions include Director of Maintenance, General Manager and Senior Operations Manager. Mr. Highfill graduated Embry-Riddle University where he studied Business Aviation Maintenance Management and Aviation Maintenance Technology. Mr. Highfill is a licensed FAA A&P Mechanic and member of Lambda Chi Alpha.

About Spirit Aeronautics

Spirit Aeronautics, a trade name of Spirit Avionics, Ltd, located in Columbus, Ohio is a growing industry leader offering worldwide aviation services to corporate, military, private, government and commercial aircraft operators. Spirit Aeronautics™ is principally engaged in the refurbishment, design, development, completions, management, engineering, material supply, integration and sustainment of Business, VIP, VVIP, Military and Government aircraft.

For further details please contact: Spirit Aeronautics – Alyson Shook at  +1 614 237 4271 or ashook@spiritaeronautics.com