First Wing Charter and Management has announced the hire of Jason Spoor, a former Captain and Training Director for Google, Inc., to serve as Vice President and General Manager. In his new role, Spoor will provide direct oversight to the company’s charter operation that consists of seven corporate aircraft that travel to destinations throughout the U.S., South America, Caribbean and Canada.
First Wing Charter and Management is part of the Eagle Creek Family of Companies based out of Indianapolis, Ind. with additional locations in Zionsville, Ind., Frankfort, Ind. and Naples, Fla. As one of the country’s only locally-owned and operated aviation charter companies, First Wing offers premier, private jet travel experiences specifically tailored for each customer.
“We are enthused to welcome Jason Spoor to our team of world-class aviation leaders,” said Eagle Creek Aviation CEO and Founder Matt Hagans. “His extensive experience in aviation training and management will undoubtably impact the way we operate our charter and aircraft management business unit. We specifically recruited Jason for this role because of his unique experience at Google. The private air travel industry continues to push the envelope with user-friendly technology that helps make business aviation more accessible and affordable, and the market forecast predicts continued growth in that area.”
At Google, Spoor managed the primary training program for pilots and aircraft technicians, which focused on enhanced customer service and providing direction for future growth. Spoor has an 18-year career in aviation operations for high-growth and Fortune 500 Corporations, including Stryker Corporation, Boeing and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Spoor received his MBA in Leadership Studies from Lewis University and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Flight Technology from Indiana State University. Aviation certificates include: Airline Transport Pilot – AMEL; Types Ratings: CL-65, CL-604, LR-45, LR-Jet, IA-1125, G-100, BBD-700, GV, DA-2EASY.
To learn more about First Wing Charter and Management, visit www.firstwing.com/charter.
About First Wing Charter and Management
As one of the country’s only locally-owned and operated charter companies, First Wing Charter and Management offers premier, private jet travel experiences specifically tailored to customers’ needs. Operating out of Indianapolis, Ind. and Naples, Fla., First Wing Charter has operated accident-free for more than two decades and carries an ARGUS Gold rating and Wyvern Certification. First Wing pilots and travel coordinators have experience flying to destinations across the U.S. as well as international locations. To learn more, visitwww.firstwing.com/charter.
About the Eagle Creek Family of Companies
Founded in 1982, Eagle Creek Aviation Services has grown from a small, but dedicated team of aviation professionals to a nationwide family of aviation companies, covering the entire spectrum of aviation services. From their FBO facility at Eagle Creek Airport, the company offers aircraft sales and acquisitions, maintenance and repairs, and complete avionics and parts support. Eagle Creek Aviation also operates the Naples Jet Center in Naples, Fla. and First Wing Jet Center that operates the FBO at the Indianapolis Executive Airport. Learn out more at www.eagle-creek.com, www.naplesjetcenter.com, and www.firstwing.com.