Evan McKeirnan

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Evan McKeirnan

Evan McKeirnan has nearly thirty years of experience in the corporate aviation industry. His passion for aviation began in high school and grew during his time at Spokane Community College in Washington. He earned his Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificates and an Associate in Applied Science—Aviation Maintenance (AAS) there.

Evan holds several FAA certifications, including Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) with Inspection Authorization (IA), FAA Private Pilot & Third-Class Medical (PP-ASEL), and FAA Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot. His training includes courses in Gulfstream G450 and G550 at FlightSafety International. Over the years, Evan has received multiple honors, including the FAA Silver and Bronze Awards, the AMT Society Magazine & Online “NextGen 40 under 40” Award, and recognition for his exceptional troubleshooting skills.

In 1999, Evan began his career as a Crew Chief for Gulfstream aircraft in Van Nuys, California. He also served as Chief Inspector, overseeing maintenance on various Gulfstream and Learjet models. As his career progressed, Evan worked as a Maintenance Technician for EJI (NetJets) and West Coast Maintenance Manager at Presidential Aviation, where he managed fleets of Gulfstream aircraft. Later, as Director of Maintenance at Jet Edge International and Crystal Air in Scottsdale, Arizona, he ensured the airworthiness of Gulfstream aircraft, managing teams and operations.

Evan's leadership experience continued as Chief Inspection and Maintenance Supervisor at Western Jet Aviation. He led the inspection department there and managed special projects with NASA, Lockheed Martin, and other aerospace organizations. He also served as Director of Maintenance at Aero Cadre/Monza Aviation, overseeing maintenance for Gulfstream aircraft operating worldwide. His focus on safety, efficiency, and quality has been a cornerstone of his career.

Currently, Evan is the Maintenance Supervisor at Solairus Aviation in Van Nuys. In this role, he manages scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and quotes for private jets. Evan remains committed to professional growth, constantly pursuing training to stay updated with industry trends and best practices.

Evan McKeirnan's passion for aviation started in Pomeroy, Washington, where a family friend inspired him in corporate aviation. Outside work, Evan enjoys racing off-road motorcycles and has competed in the AMA District 37 Grand Prix and Desert series for over two decades.

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