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	David Ufen Avionics Sales Director 43W700 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2100 Cell Phone: cell309-838-3753
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Biography David comes from an active career in Aviation beginning in 1998 with his first role as line crew technician at Indianapolis Aviation. Expanding his career to exclusively pursue Avionics, David went on to Bloomington Avionics and then Elliott Aviation. David specializes in the entire Garmin product line specifically the G1000 on the King Air series of aircraft. His extensive background also includes experience with Universal Avionics, AirCell, Rockwell Collins, and Honeywell product lines.

	President 43W700 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work(630)549-2100 Work Email: INTERNETbzeman@jaair.com
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	Vice President, Sales 43W700 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work(630)549-2123 Cell Phone: cell(630)640-8725 Work Email: INTERNETsfank@jaair.com
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	Susan Johnson Director of Business Development 43W700 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2136 Work Email: INTERNETsjohnson@jaair.com
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Biography Susan Johnson began her aviation career by joining Carey International in January of 2007 where she served as Sales Account Manager for Carey's Private Aviation Services. Susan was responsible for the maintenance and acquisition of Private Aviation accounts with the focus on providing elite chauffeured ground transportation to the distinguished Business Aviation traveler. Prior to joining Carey International, Susan was (and still is) an under-paid, non-vacationed, but well rewarding career as a wife and mother. Susan is an active member of the Chicago Area Business Aviation Association, currently serving on the Board of Directors as Secretary and formerly served as Scholarship Committee Chair. Susan is also a Director at Women in Aviation International - Chicago's Leading Edge Chapter and an active member of NBAA and AOPA. Susan attended Lewis University where she obtained her Aircraft Dispatch license and continues to volunteer her time for mentoring and speaking engagements. Mrs. Johnson comes from a large family of aviation enthusiasts consisting of Air Traffic Controllers, Pilots and Aircraft Maintenance Technicians.

	Dave Krant Avionics Service Manager 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2130 Work Email: INTERNETdkrant@jaair.com
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	David Nation Parts Manager Work 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2134 Work Email: INTERNETdnation@jaair.com
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	Don Morgan Maintenance Supervisor 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2119 Work Email: INTERNETdmorgan@jaair.com
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Biography Don Morgan – Maintenance Supervisor - Don has been in the aviation business for 33 years and has been with JA Air Center for 27 years. He is experienced in FAA regulations related to all areas of aircraft maintenance. He has attended many schools and seminars to keep all his training up to date.

	Bruce Rebechini Service Manager 43W700 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2131 Work Email: INTERNETbrebechini@jaair.com
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Biography Bruce Rebechini – Service Manager – Bruce has been in the aviation business for 39 years and has been with JA Air Center for 22 years. He is an expert on aircraft maintenance, systems and avionics as well as FAA regulations associated with those areas. Bruce received the FAA Ruby Award and has had 39 years without an accident.

	Byron Heidorn Director of Maintenance 43W700 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2125 Work Email: INTERNETbheidorn@jaair.com
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Biography Byron Heidorn – Director of Maintenance – Byron has been in the aviation business for 38 years and has been with JA Air Center for 1 year. His vast experience in maintenance management has earned him several awards. He has completed numerous schools, courses & seminars to further his extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance. Byron was named the FAA Mechanic of the Year in 1992 and received 10 & 20 year Employee Awards from Elliott Aviation.

	Carl Robst Director of Operations 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2156 Work Email: INTERNETcrobst@jaair.com
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Biography Carl Robst – Director of Operations – Carl has been in the aviation business for 25 years and has been with JA Air Center for 1 year. Carl has experience in all management areas of aviation with extensive expertise in Part 91 and 135 Operations. He is Flight Safety Trained for 25 years in both maintenance and flight. He served as Chairman of CABAA and is currently on various committees within CABAA including ATC Chairman, Safety Day Chairman, Scholarship/Mentoring Committee and Board of Directors.

	Randy Fank FBO Manager Work 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2106 Personal Email: INTERNETrfank@jaair.com
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Biography Randy Fank – FBO Manager - Randy has been in the aviation business for 25 years and has been with JA Air Center for 13 years. Randy is responsible for all FBO operations and has recently brought JA Air Center to the number one position among all FBO’s in North America (AIN FBO Survey 2011). The FBO has seen and increase of 25% over 2010 as well as a growth in each department under Randy’s direction. ConAgra, Office Max, Meijer, and Lowes are just an example of the corporations using JA Air Center due to the relationships Randy has developed.

	Erik Swanberg Chief Pilot 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2143 Work Email: INTERNETeswanberg@jaair.com
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	Dave Kay Aircraft Sales 43W730 U.S. Route 30 Sugar Grove, IL 60554 work Work Phone: work630-549-2142 Work Email: INTERNETdave@jaaero.com
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Customer Testimonials

I used to bring my kids to the Aurora Airport to watch planes come and go. I remember being jealous of those that could fly. Since a young man I have loved the era of planes from WWII. The big radial engines and the sounds they make. I finally got to a place in life… Read More

“Our passengers first impression of our aircraft has never been better since Real Clean” – Frank Chandler, Chief Pilot Office Max

JA Aviation: Thank you for the excellent flight training experience! Prior to working with JA Aviation, all of my training was conducting through Southern Illinois University – Carbondale. Having never flown in a Part 61 environment, I had no idea what to expect. Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with my experience at JA Aviation! Initially,… Read More

I bought a flight lesson Groupon for my boyfriend for his birthday. It was one of the most amazing experiences. We were greeted immediately by 2 very friendly employees including our flight instructor. Even though I was not going to be the one flying I was included in EVERY aspect of the lesson. The instructor… Read More

“I’m a LR45 pilot who uses JA Air Center on a regular basis. The ease of operations and great service continue to be over the top! Randy Fank and his crew have offered up flawless service for our passengers and us since they’ve opened. Their service, facilities and access to the Chicago area make it… Read More

Dear Tim, I wanted to again extend my gratitude to both you and JA for helping me attain my required multi-engine flight time. I had spent a couple of months searching nation-wide for a good place to rent a multi-engine plane, and I was hoping for a Seminole, as that was what my previous experience… Read More

“RealClean has taken care of our Hawker 800 for the last three years. Their service, quality work & value is unmatched” Teague Bailey, SAS Chicago Hawker 800XP

Tim – I am just writing to tell you of the wonderful experience my husband and I had when we visited your flight center on Monday, Aug. 15, 2011. I had purchased one of your Groupon’s that you were offering on line as a present for my husband’s birthday since he loves planes… Read More

“WOW!!! We flew our Lear 31A in to bring the boss’ family to visit relatives for the weekend. The service was superb! Randy Frank has an excellent line service team. I haven’t seen this much hustle in way too long. The owner, Brad Zeman, personally introduced himself to us and could not do enough for… Read More

Mr. Zeman, I wanted to send a note expressing my great satisfaction in the quality of Service that Randy Fank, and your FBO team provided for our Aircraft & Company. This was my first visit back to the Aurora area in several years, and I was pleasantly surprised & comforted with the handling of all… Read More

“I routinely fly into Aurora, and JA Air’s Service and Support are incredible! Whether you fly a Luscomb or a Lear, they always roll out the red carpet and treat you right! I highly recommend this place!” – Pat Schmitz

Dave, Thank you for representing me in the sale of my Cessna 182. You addressed any concerns or input of mine. I appresiate that a lot of conversation and work went on behind the scenes for this effort to be successful. Because of this, my sale was expedited, in spite of a difficult economic environment. I… Read More

Hello Mr. Genc, I wanted to take a minute to let you know how impressed I was with my intro to flight experience today. I was greeted at the door by Tim Heiser as soon as I walked in. I was given a quick run down about the aircraft that I was going to be… Read More

“Brad Zeman and crew are tops! I had a major avionics upgrade done on my Comanche, their price was better than three other well known shops, the quality of their work is top notch, and they treated me like a biz jet owner. You can’t do any better than JA Air Center!! ” – WB… Read More

“ I have been using the service at JA for a week now. After flying for Flight Options for 3 years, I know how to recognize superior service. JA Air Center is definitely top of the line. The service is always prompt, courteous and cheerful. Fuel prices are very competitive. The FBO is spotless and… Read More

“RealClean is our Choice! They are professional, reliable & charge a fair price for excellent work. Our aircraft has never looked better!” – Ed Jamrozik, Ozinga Chicago Caravan 208B

TJ, on behalf of all three generations of the Effgen family, I want to tell you how pleased we all were with J. A. Air Charter’s service during our recent trip to and from Mackinac Island.Both pilots were professional and personable and did everything possible to make both legs of our trip pleasant and enjoyable…. Read More