Press Release

Issued by StandardAero (Dallas-Fort Worth).

March 26, 2007

Dallas Airmotive has appointed Alton D. Johnson as General Manager of its Premier Turbines division in Neosho, Missouri. Johnson will be responsible for day-to-day operations and P&L for the engine repair and overhaul facility.

"Alton has done an outstanding job as our Director of Supply Chain Management since joining us in January 2005," commented Dallas Airmotive President and CEO, Hugh E. McElroy. "His efforts in Dallas have helped us greatly reduce inventory levels and improve company cash flow. We're confident his skills in operations and logistics management will further enhance the efficiency and excellent reputation of Premier Turbines."

Johnson has an extensive background in operations and in managing personnel. He came to Dallas Airmotive from GE Engine Services in Dallas where he was a primary manager overseeing the CFM56 and V2500 programs. He later became Cell Group Leader responsible for risk mitigation and logistics management to support GE's Dallas engine facility. Prior to joining GE, Johnson spent 21 years in U.S. Army Aviation maintenance management with increasing responsibilities over the years culminating in senior management roles of major aviation units and fleets. He is a licensed A&P mechanic, a Six Sigma Green Belt and is certified in Kaizen and Lean flow process manufacturing.