US business aviation MRO West Star Aviation has promoted John Sonsoucie to project manager at its St Louis Regional airport facility in East Alton, Illinois.

Sonsoucie is a Navy veteran who served from 1986-1992 with VFA-126 and VFA-25 on board the USS Independence and USS Midway, and has been with West Star since 2014 as an avionics supervisor.

“John is a strong asset to West Star, and I know he will continue to grow with the company while offering his vast knowledge and expertise to the team,” says senior manager of project management Scott Koehler.

“I appreciate West Star providing me the opportunities for advancement within such a progressive and growing company,” adds Sonsoucie.