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Olathe, KS – (4/5/23) KCAC Aviation was honored with two distinguished awards from Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd., during the Swiss aircraft manufacturer’s annual sales meeting in Nashville, TN. KCAC received both the Pilatus Class Center Spirit Award as well as the Pilatus Sales Achievement Award.

The Pilatus Class Center Spirit Award recognizes the organization that fully embodies Pilatus Class attitudes and behaviors in every aspect of their operations, from sales and marketing all the way through to pilot training. The recipient is chosen not only for their commitment to representing Pilatus, but also for creating a positive experience for their customers.

The Pilatus Sales Achievement Award was presented to KCAC for their outstanding sales performance in 2022. KCAC earned this honor by having the highest volume of delivered aircraft of any worldwide Pilatus Authorized Sales Center.

“We are pleased to recognize KCAC Aviation for their outstanding sales performance as well as their commitment to consistently demonstrating the values and principles that define Pilatus Class,” said Thomas Bosshard, President and CEO of Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd. “KCAC’s team consistently goes above and beyond to provide Pilatus customers with the highest level of service and support, and this award is a testament to their hard work and dedication.”

“I am thrilled and honored that KCAC Aviation was chosen as the recipient of these two prestigious awards from Pilatus Business Aircraft,” said Tony Mateer, KCAC’s General Manager. “These awards are special to us because they recognize the contributions made by every member of our team. We take great pride in our partnership with Pilatus, and we look forward to continuing to provide our customers with the best service and support possible.”

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About KCAC Aviation
KCAC Aviation is a Pilatus Authorized Center providing sales and service throughout a nine-state territory, which includes Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. Founded in 1966, KCAC offers a complete lineup of FBO services at its headquarters at Johnson County Executive Airport (KOJC) in Olathe, KS. KCAC also has a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport (KDPA) in West Chicago, IL, along with Pilatus PC-12 Authorized Service Centers at Eagle Creek Aviation in Indianapolis, IN (KEYE) and Premier Jet Center in Eden Prairie, MN (KFCM).

KCAC Media Contact:
Carrie Gicante, KCAC Aviation, Director of Marketing
913-324-1214; Carrie Gicante

Eagle Creek Aviation, which is part of the Jet Access family, is now fully certified to work on all Pilatus PC-12 models, including the new PC-12 NGX, at their Eagle Creek Airport (KEYE) location. They join Premier Jet Center in Eden Prairie, MN as a satellite PC-12 maintenance and repair center based within KCAC’s Midwest Pilatus territory.

“The addition of Eagle Creek as a Pilatus Authorized PC-12 Service Center demonstrates our commitment to delivering top-quality service throughout our territory,” said Tony Mateer, KCAC General Manager. “It was important for us to partner with a center that shares our commitment to providing excellent customer service. We’re excited to welcome Eagle Creek to the Pilatus Authorized Service Center Network.”

“We appreciate this opportunity to work with Pilatus and KCAC to better serve PC-12 owners in Indiana and the surrounding area,” said Scott Dillon, President of Maintenance at Eagle Creek Aviation. “One of our company’s primary goals is to ensure that every aircraft we work on is as safe and flight-ready as possible, and that’s why we treat each customer’s aircraft as if it were our own.”

In the four decades that Eagle Creek Aviation has been in business, the company has established a reputation for providing their customers with exceptional aircraft maintenance and repairs. Eagle Creek’s easy-to-access location in Indianapolis should ensure high-quality aircraft care for Pilatus owners and operators in Indiana and throughout the Upper Midwest.

“We join with KCAC in welcoming Eagle Creek Aviation to the Pilatus Authorized Service Center Network,” said Thomas Bosshard, President and CEO of Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd. “As a global leader in the aviation industry, Pilatus appreciates how important convenient access to top-quality service can be to our owners and operators. The addition of Eagle Creek in Indianapolis is another example of our commitment to bringing ‘Pilatus Class’ service closer to our customers worldwide.”

About KCAC Aviation:
KCAC Aviation is a Pilatus Authorized Center providing sales and service throughout a nine-state territory, which includes Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. Founded in 1966, KCAC offers a complete lineup of FBO services at its headquarters at Johnson County Executive Airport (KOJC) in Olathe, KS. KCAC also has a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport (KDPA) in West Chicago, IL, along with Pilatus PC-12 maintenance and repair centers at Eagle Creek Aviation in Indianapolis, IN and Premier Jet Center in Eden Prairie, MN.

KCAC Media Contact:
Carrie Gicante, KCAC Aviation, Director of Marketing
913-324-1214; Carrie Gicante

Eagle Creek Aviation:
Eagle Creek
317-293-6935; MXSales

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Olathe, KS (April 1, 2021) – KCAC Aviation is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Blair to the newly created position of Client Relations Manager. In this role, Blair will serve as the primary point of contact for KCAC’s Pilatus and Piper Aircraft customers following the delivery of an aircraft.

As an aviation industry veteran with an extensive background in aviation maintenance and customer support, Blair will provide the highest level of personal care to KCAC’s customers. He will ensure that all customer communications are handled in a timely manner in order to provide a seamless aircraft ownership experience.

A United States Air Force veteran who served in Operation Desert Storm, Blair began his career as a structural repair technician at Lockheed Martin. Over the past two decades, he has served in a variety of aviation-related roles, where he honed his skills in field service, trouble shooting, and technical support.

Most recently, he worked as a senior field service engineer for Honda Aircraft Co., in North Carolina, where his duties included managing post-delivery communications with customers. As a certified A&P Technician, Blair has completed multiple aviation training courses, including repair, maintenance and customer service.

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OLATHE, KS (March 11, 2021) – KCAC Aviation announced today it has appointed Arapahoe Aero in Englewood, CO, as a Piper Factory Authorized Satellite Service Center for Colorado and western Kansas.

“We’re excited for the opportunity to have Arapahoe Aero as part of the Piper Authorized Service Center network,” said Mark Riley, General Manager of KCAC Aviation. “They have developed an excellent reputation over the years for providing quality service to their customers. The synergy between our two organizations and the emphasis that we both place on elevating the customer experience will reinforce our commitment to providing outstanding service and support to our Piper customers.”

“Arapahoe Aero has been providing aircraft maintenance on single, multi-engine piston and light turbine aircraft since 1984,” said Scott Utz, President of Arapahoe Aero. “We value the relationships that we have built over the years with our customers, our employees and with partners like KCAC Aviation. They have a long-standing history with Piper Aircraft, and we look forward to working with them to expand our services within the Piper Aircraft community in Colorado.”

During a recent expansion for KCAC Aviation, Colorado joined Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma as part of KCAC’s Piper sales and service territory. This addition of a Piper Factory Authorized Satellite Service Center located at Centennial Airport (KAPA) near Denver will allow customers convenient access for maintaining their aircraft at a facility that is well respected within the aviation community.

“We are delighted that KCAC Aviation has chosen Arapahoe Aero as an authorized satellite service center,” said Ron Gunnarson, Piper Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Customer Support. “Making sure that our Piper customers have convenient access to a service and support network is important to us, and given Arapahoe Aero’s considerable experience working on Piper Aircraft, this will certainly benefit our customers in Colorado and western Kansas.”

KCAC Aviation is a full-service aviation company headquartered at Johnson County Executive Airport (KOJC) in Olathe, KS, with a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport (KDPA) in West

Chicago, IL. Dave DeWalt, an aviation industry veteran with more than 20 years of experience, manages new and pre-owned Piper Aircraft sales for KCAC.

“As a Piper Aircraft dealer since 1966, we understand the importance of service beyond the sale,” DeWalt said. “With the growth of our territory, we want to make sure that we do not lose sight of providing our Piper customers with an exceptional ownership experience. We are grateful that our customers have trusted KCAC with their Piper aircraft year after year, and we are confident that Arapahoe Aero will meet and exceed those same standards of excellence.”

For information regarding Piper sales, please contact Dave DeWalt at 816-863-8600 or ddewalt@kcac.com.
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KCAC Aviation: 913-324-1250
Arapahoe Aero Maintenance and Parts: 303-799-8386 Arapahoe Aero Avionics: 303-799-6289

About KCAC Aviation:
KCAC, which opened in 1966 as KC Piper, is a full-service aviation company with headquarters at Johnson County Executive Airport (KOJC) in Olathe, KS, a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport (KDPA) in West Chicago, IL, and now a Piper Authorized Satellite Service Center at Centennial Airport (KAPA) in Englewood, CO. KCAC is a Factory Authorized Sales and Service Center for both Pilatus and Piper aircraft in the Midwest. KCAC’s Piper territory includes Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.

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Pilatus Offers PC-24 With 10-Seat Commuter Interior

PC-12 NGX Flight Training Device for Pilot Training Certified

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OLATHE, KS. (June 16, 2020) – KCAC Aviation has delivered its first PC-12 NGX, the new single-engine turboprop from Swiss manufacturer Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. The PC-12 NGX was delivered to a customer in Oklahoma, marking another milestone in KCAC’s 54-year history in the aviation business.

The NGX has been highly sought after since being introduced last fall at the 2019 National Business Aviation Association-Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Las Vegas. “We’re excited to be part of the next chapter of the PC-12 story,” said Mark Riley, KCAC Aviation’s General Manager. “You don’t get to introduce a brand-new aircraft very often, so we’re especially proud to be one of the first U.S. deliveries among the Pilatus Authorized Sales Center Network. Pilatus has definitely taken the NGX’s predecessor, the PC-12 NG, to a whole new level with the NGX.”

Already considered one of the best single-engine turboprops in its class, the NGX commands attention thanks to upgrades throughout, including a more powerful PT6E-67XP engine from Pratt & Whitney Canada, smarter avionics and a complete redesign of the cabin interior. The NGX also boasts a breakthrough for turboprops with the first full authority digital engine control, which eases pilot workload and provides greater control and responsiveness.

The eye-catching interior is brought to life by the expert artisans at BMW Designworks. Inspired by the modern design of the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet, the new executive seats on the PC-12 NGX feature full recline capabilities, taller seat backs and adjustable lumbar support. Passengers will especially appreciate the expanded headroom, leg space and upgraded cooling system. The cabin also has 10 percent larger windows allowing more light to stream inside and greater visibility.

“The NGX has something to offer for everyone, including several industry firsts that keep it a step ahead of the competition,” said Michael Kolman, KCAC’s Regional Director of Pilatus Sales for Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma “The new electronic engine controls are a pilot’s dream, and passengers will enjoy the more modern and spacious cabin. For versatility, safety and comfort, nothing in its class can match the NGX.”

With more than eight million flight hours and 1,750 aircraft in operation since it was first introduced a quarter century ago, the PC-12 is the preferred choice of pilots worldwide. The NGX is the third generation of aircraft designed on the reliable PC-12 airframe.

KCAC’s exclusive Pilatus sales and service territory includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.

About KCAC Aviation
KCAC Aviation is a full-service aviation company located at the Johnson County Executive Airport (KOJC) in Olathe, KS, with a Pilatus Sales Office at DuPage Airport (KDPA) in West Chicago, IL. KCAC is an Authorized Sales and Service Center for Pilatus and Piper aircraft. KCAC also offers Part 145 repair services, avionics installation and repair, private charter service and aircraft management.

Pilatus Sales: IA, KS, MO, NE & OK
Michael Kolman, Regional Director, Pilatus Aircraft Sales
Call 913.324.1250 or email mkolman@kcac.com

Pilatus Sales: IL, IN, MN & WI
Keith Plumb, Regional Director, Pilatus Aircraft Sales
Call 913.324.1250 or email kplumb@kcac.com

For additional information:
Carrie Gicante, Marketing Manager
Call 866.359.5222 or email cgicante@kcac.com

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