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Pitstick makes programme manager for West Star
Andy Pitstick is putting his experience to good use in a new position at West Star. As programme manager he will be supporting Falcon projects at its Lovell Field facility.

US business aviation MRO specialist West Star Aviation has promoted Andy Pitstick to programme manager at its facility at Lovell Field in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Pitstick will be supporting Falcon projects in his new role.

He has several years' experience in aviation, including six years at West Star in a variety of positions. He then moved from its facility at Grand Junction Regional airport in Colorado to Chattanooga in 2019.

“Andy's materials management and quality experience expertise will bring a well-rounded perspective to the team and project management position,” says senior manager, project management and planning Dan Prieu. “We are excited to have him join our team.”

“I appreciate the opportunity to grow and move within my career with a growing company like West Star,” adds Pitstick. “I look forward to putting my experience to use with this new department.”

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