East Alton, IL, January 12, 2017- West Star Aviation is pleased to announce they have successfully completed an extensive refurbishment of a Bombardier Global Express, including installation of the Rockwell Collins VENUE system. This complete refurbishment included a reconfigured floor plan change, upgraded LED cabin lighting, belted divan for takeoff and landing, soft goods, wood accents, and installation of the Rockwell Collins VENUE cabin management system.
The Rockwell Collins VENUE system offers full cabin connectivity allowing seamless, swift and reliable data to and from the aircraft. This system can support work, entertainment and conference call needs while in flight. As part of the refurbishment, West Star also installed new touch screen control display units (CDUs).
"This refurbishment was unique because it was the introductory aircraft for West Star installing the VENUE system on a Global Express. We know staying connected in-flight is important to our customers and we are proud to offer this system to Global operators and continue to strengthen our support of Global aircraft," said Marty Rhine, Director of Sales, West Star Aviation.
Voted #1 Preferred MRO in the 2014, 2015 and 2016 Professional Pilot magazine annual “Preferences Regarding Aviation Services and Equipment” (PRASE) Survey for three consecutive years, West Star Aviation specializes in the repair and maintenance of airframes, windows, and engines, as well as major modifications, avionics installation and repair, interior refurbishment, surplus avionics sales, accessory services, paint and parts.
In addition to its facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; and Chattanooga, TN, West Star Aviation runs maintenance operations at Aspen-Pitkin County Airport in Aspen, CO; Chicago Executive Airport in Chicago, IL and Centennial Airport in Denver, CO. The company also provides complete FBO services for transient aircraft at its newly remodeled East Alton and Grand Junction facilities. West Star Aviation is an industry leader in technical experience and expertise while providing world-class customer services in all the organization’s divisions. For more information visit www.weststaraviation.com or call 800-922-2421.
