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About Southeast Aero

We are in the aircraft business, but that's not all we are. At the heart of our organization is the talented team of professionals that drives our success.

A Message from our Founder and President, Kramer Upchurch:

Someone once said, “If you only give people what they want, someone else will give them what they have never dreamed possible." I’ve never forgotten that, and it stands as the guiding principle behind our business.

In 1992, Southeast Aero opened its doors with the idea of giving our customers more than they expected. That determination has paid off, as we now enjoy a loyal and long-term following who feel like friends.

We do this by expecting more from ourselves than anyone else expects from us — particularly issues of service ethics and integrity. In fact, as a customer of Southeast Aero, you can expect the following sales and service guarantees:

  • You are our most important customer.
  • We stand behind our workmanship.
  • We follow through on our promises.
  • We tell you the truth.
  • We respect your dollar.

We recognize our customers do business with us by choice. We must earn their loyalty at each opportunity. Regardless of the circumstances, we want each customer to feel that we have been fair, honest and committed to their satisfaction.

I invite you to contact me personally to discuss how we might be of service to you and your aircraft. And I guarantee we’ll deliver expert sales and service that you expect and deserve.

Our thanks for your support.

Kramer Upchurch, President

Southeast Aero People

Kramer Upchurch
President and General Manager

Since 1992, Kramer has been President and General Manager of Southeast Aero Services, Inc. a general aviation maintenance and avionics company involved in the assembly, delivery and ongoing support of Extra Aircraft. Since that time, the company has completed over 200 new Extras. Kramer was also instrumental in the formation of Southeast Aero Sales, Inc. which focuses exclusively on the sales of new and previously used aircraft.

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Chip Bonner
Director of Product Support

For over twelve years, Chip has worked at becoming an Extra Aircraft expert. His experience includes assembling, certifying and servicing the Extra 200, 300, and 400 series aircraft. That makes his technical and mechanical knowledge of the Extra product line is second to none. He works closely with the factory in Germany as a US representative focused on the continued airworthiness of over 250 Extra Aircraft worldwide. On top of that, Chip is a licensed A&P and IA.

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Douglas Vayda
Director of Sales/Chief Pilot

Doug has flown as an Extra Aircraft test pilot for four years. He has 4,000 hours fight time -- with 80% of that time in aerobatic aircraft. He is certified with Commercial Multi-Engine Instrument, Aerobatic Low Level and Banner-Tow Waiver, CFI, and licensed A&P and IA.

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Tony Smith
Avionics Manager

Tony has designed and installed personalized avionics packages for Extra Aircraft since 1993. He has nearly three decades of industry experience managing avionics services. Tony has a FCC General Radiotelephone License, FAA Radio and Instrument Repairman Certificate.

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Bryan Wood
Department Manager, Columbia Service Center / Cirrus Design Service Center

Bryan has 20 years experience in General Aviation and is recognized as one of the most talented Columbia technicians in the country. He is factory-trained with over 3 years involvement with Columbia aircraft.

 Southeast Aero: Bryan Wood, Manager, Columbia Aircraft Service Center

Dave Kicklighter
Manager, Flight Training

Dave is a Commercial Instructor with SEL,MEL, H, INST ratings. He is a former AH-64A Apache Helicopter Instructor with a tour in Afghanistan. With total time in excess of 4300 hours, Dave is well-equipped to instruct in the Extra 300/L.

  
 
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