WHEELING, IL (MARCH 25, 2025) – In the infancy of corporate aviation, George Priester foresaw its growth potential and transformational possibility. He recognized flying as a business tool, and that vision led him to begin an aviation business in 1945. Decades after Priester opened a flight training school outside of Chicago, George J. Priester Aviation […]
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WHEELING, IL (JANUARY 28, 2025) – George J. Priester Aviation added 14 business jets to its fleet of fully managed aircraft in 2024, extending a year of growth and development for the private aviation specialist. The company, which specializes in aircraft management and private travel solutions, now manages nearly 90 aircraft across its three brands. […]
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WHEELING, IL (NOVEMBER 13, 2024) – NATA, an association dedicated to aviation businesses for eight decades, has recognized the third-generation family leader of an aviation company that has operated nearly as long. Andy Priester, Chairman of George J. Priester Aviation, received the NATA Distinguished Service Award at today’s 2024 Aviation Business Conference for his lifelong […]
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WHEELING, IL (AUGUST 21, 2024) – George J. Priester Aviation adds to its in-house expertise, bringing in a financial executive, experienced with managing controls for large and small companies. The private aircraft management and charter provider announces the addition of Ron Carlstrom as its Chief Financial Officer for its family of aviation services brands. Carlstrom […]
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WHEELING, IL (AUGUST 7, 2024) – Answering the nationwide demand for greater charter flexibility, George J. Priester Aviation announces the expansion of the 1945 Card, its customizable jet card program. With custom pricing to fit each client’s mission profile, the 1945 Card is available for flights on any of the George J. Priester Aviation family […]
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WHEELING, IL (JULY 17, 2024) – George J. Priester Aviation announces the creation of a new leadership team structure, further enhancing company-wide support of its brands. Industry veteran Brent Moldowan will lead day-to-day operations as President and CEO; strengthening the regional bases and customer-facing teams that directly serve and interact with clients. After helping Mayo […]
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George J. Priester Aviation continues to strengthen its national operations across its three aviation services brands. To further provide cohesive strategy and guidance, the private aircraft management and charter provider announces the addition of experienced aviation leader Rustin King as National Charter Sales Director.
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For nearly 80 years, the Priester family name has meant committed excellence in aviation services and customer-focused relationships. As the family-run company expands to include businesses with similar values, it announces that a legacy name from its rich history is returning to represent the overall business structure.
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