L.J. Aviation / Press Release
L.J. Aviation Fleet Grows
with Challenger 350 Additions
September, 2019
Charter and management firm L.J. Aviation added two new Bombardier Challenger 350 business jets to its aircraft management fleet. The Challengers, available for charter in the Mid-Atlantic region, boost the Latrobe, Pennsylvania-based company’s fleet to more than 40 aircraft under management. The 3,200-nm super-midsize Challenger 350 can seat 10 and fly at Mach 0.83.
In all, L.J. Aviation manages and operates five Challenger 300 series jets, along with a Challenger 604 and Global 5000. L.J. Aviation president Ed Kilkeary Jr. said the 350s deliver “everything we want in a business jet: outstanding performance, a comfortable and productive environment, and advantageous operating costs. The Challenger 350 is a sound investment that will make the most of our passengers’ time.”
For Bombardier, the deliveries of the aircraft continue to expand the Challenger 350 fleet, which this summer topped the 300th delivery—a milestone reached within the model’s first five years of service. Bombardier delivered 60 of the model in 2018.
“We are proud of our long-standing relationship with L.J. Aviation, and we are extremely pleased that they have added two Challenger 350s to their fleet,” said Bombardier Business Aircraft senior v-p of worldwide sales and marketing Peter Likoray.
Contact:
888-552-4278 (888LJcharter)
L.J. Aviation / Press Release
L.J. AVIATION ANNOUNCES EXPANSION TO
PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (PIT)
August 22, 2019
LATROBE, Pennsylvania, August 22, 2019 — L.J. Aviation is expanding their operational base. The Greater Pittsburgh Area based aircraft management and business jet charter company has opened a new base at Pittsburgh International Airport.
The new facility includes a reception area, private offices, a lounge and meeting rooms as well as 36.000 square feet of hangar area and shop space. The facility has forty-two-foot doors and will accommodate business aircraft up to a Boeing Business Jet or Airbus Corporate Jet.
“As a part of our commitment to offering an exceptional customer experience, we are delighted to offer our customers expanded support, more resources, and increased flexibility.” said Ed Kilkeary, Sr., Founder and CEO of L.J. Aviation. The PIT location provides L.J. Aviation customers with a wide range of services including passenger and baggage handling, immigration and customs clearance, transportation, hotel, and catering coordination, line maintenance and aircraft refueling.
“This new location provides room for continued growth of L.J. Aviation’s Aircraft Management Services, Aircraft Charter Operations and our OnFlight Charter Membership Program” said Ed Kilkeary, Jr., President and COO of L.J. Aviation. “It allows our customers the convenience of basing their aircraft at a world class international airport. At the same time, the proximity of the new facility to our headquarters in Latrobe ensures that L.J. can immediately provide the same high level of customer service our clients have grown to expect.” Kilkeary continued.
NOTE TO EDITORS
L.J. Aviation is an industry-leading aircraft flight management and charter aircraft operation that is headquartered in the L.J. Aviation FBO facility at Arnold Palmer Airport in Latrobe, PA. L.J. Aviation’s expanding list of Satellite Bases includes operations and offices in Bedford, MA; Marshfield, WI; Rochester, NY; Pontiac, MI; and at Greater Pittsburgh International. Founded in 1980, the company currently manages and operates a fleet of over forty (40) aircraft ranging in size from the Boeing Business Jet and Global 5000 to smaller Cessna, Bombardier and Beechcraft products. We invite you to visit our website for more information at www.ljaviation.com. L.J. Aviation is a trade name for L.J. Associates, Inc.
Contact:
Kathy Kline
+ 1 724-537-0520
kkline@ljaviation.com
L.J. Aviation / Press Release
L.J. AVIATION NAMES EDWARD M. KILKEARY, JR.
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
July 1, 2018
LATROBE, Pennsylvania, July 1, 2018 —
L.J. Aviation has named Edward M. Kilkeary, Jr. President and Chief Operating Officer.
Kilkeary is responsible for all aspects of L.J. Aviation’s day-to-day operations including Aircraft Management Services, Aircraft Maintenance, Commercial Client Services, and FBO Facility Operations. In his expanded role, he will report to Edward M. Kilkeary, Sr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Ed started his career at L.J. Aviation in 1991 as a Line Pilot. He was appointed Director of Safety in 2007, Vice President of Operations in 2008, and President of Operations in 2017. Along with his managerial duties, Ed remains current in the CL300 and CL604, and continues to fly operational flights. Ed is an ATP pilot with numerous type ratings and has over 10,000 flight hours
Mr. Kilkeary, Jr. received his initial ratings at the Community College of Beaver County and later attended St. Vincent College. He and his wife, along with their four children, reside in Latrobe, PA.
NOTE TO EDITORS
L.J. Aviation is a world-class aircraft flight management and charter aircraft operation that is headquartered in the L.J. Aviation FBO facility at Arnold Palmer Airport in Latrobe, PA. L.J. Aviation’s expanding list of Satellite Bases includes operations and offices in Bedford, MA; Marshfield, WI; Rochester, NY; Pontiac, MI; and at Greater Pittsburgh International. Founded in 1980, the company currently manages and operates a fleet of over forty (40) aircraft ranging in size from the Boeing Business Jet and Global 5000 to smaller Cessna, Bombardier and Beechcraft products. We invite you to visit our website for more information at www.ljaviation.com. L.J. Aviation is a trade name for L.J. Associates, Inc.
Contact: + 1 724-537-0520
charter@ljaviation.com
Proudly we share from NATA’s website the announcement of this year’s Top Honor Recipient of the William A. Ong Memorial Award is Edward M. Kilkeary, Sr.
Ed joins the list of accomplished predecessors of the William A. Ong Memorial Award, many of whom he refers to as friends. He will be recognized next month at the NATA 2017 Aviation Business Conference in Washington, DC.
Washington, DC, May 11, 2017 – The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is pleased to announce the recipients of its highest annual honors. The William A. “Bill” Ong Memorial Award, will be presented to Edward M. Kilkeary, Sr. and the NATA Distinguished Service Award will be presented to David Todd Duncan. The Awards Presentation Luncheon will take place June 7th in conjunction with the NATA 2017 Aviation Business Conference.
The William A. “Bill” Ong Memorial Award, is named in honor and memory of the association’s co-founder and first president and given for extraordinary achievement and extended meritorious service to the general aviation industry. This year’s award recognizes Edward M. Kilkeary, Sr., an innovative business leader, pilot and former NATA Board Member with an aviation career spanning more than 40 years.
Kilkeary, a Vietnam War veteran, co-founded L.J. Aviation in 1980 with his wife Mary Ann. The company now operates a fleet of 30 aircraft and has grown into a true family operation: Edward M. Kilkeary, Jr. is President of Operations, Kellie Kilkeary is Vice President of Human Resources, and Brad Kilkeary is Vice President of Pilot Services.
Kilkeary’s leadership has contributed to L.J. Aviation’s recognition as an industry leader, listed among Professional Pilot Magazine’s Best Charter Services. In 2004, he was nominated for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for his impact within the aviation community and entrepreneurial accomplishments. Continuing to log more than 400 hours yearly and 25,000 hours to date, Kilkeary holds an airline transport pilot rating in both fixed and rotary wing equipment and is type rated in the Hawker, Falcons, Westwind, Learjets, Citations, Challengers and Bell Helicopters. Kilkeary’s dedication to safety was demonstrated by L.J. Aviation’s early adoption of the NATA Safety 1st Professional Line Service Training and Air Charter Safety Foundation Industry Audit Standard, as well as other industry safety programs and ratings.
“NATA and its membership are proud to present Ed Kilkeary with the Ong award,” stated NATA President Martin H. Hiller. “For over 40 years, Ed has been an acknowledged aviation leader with a tireless commitment to the operation of a safe and successful, family-run business. He continues to leave his mark on the industry through his ongoing innovation and his magnanimous spirit.”
To read the full press release, please visit http://nata.aero/PressRelease/?id=861
For a list of past recipients, please visit http://nata.aero/Awards/Ong-Memorial-Award.aspx