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April 5, 2004 - Air West, Inc announced today the hiring of John P. Calderone as their new Director of Flight Operations. Mr. Calderone has spent the last ten years as the Director of Fixed Wing Operations for AirEvac, one of the largest air ambulance companies in Arizona. Prior to that, he managed flight operations at Sawyer Aviation based at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Along with his extensive management experience, Mr. Calderone brings with him over 14,000 hours of flight experience in a variety of piston and turbine aircraft. Air West plans to draw upon his experience to enhance the efficiency of daily operations and pilot training, allowing the company to continue to expand their charter department.

Background on Air West

Air West, Inc is an executive air charter company based in Arizona providing service throughout the Southwest. Established in 1994, Air West has grown to be one of the five largest aircraft charter providers in the Phoenix area. Their fleet contains both piston and turbine powered aircraft, allowing their customers to have the flexibility to choose the equipment that will fulfill their mission, their schedule, and their budget.

In addition to private air transportation and airfreight operations, Air West is an approved aircraft contractor for the United States Forest Service (USFS) and the Office of Aircraft Services (OAS), providing “Air Attack” operations (fire surveillance, detection, and management) during the forest fire season. Air West has been working with the USFS and OAS since 1995. In 2002 they were part of the team that contained the Rodeo-Chediski Fire in Northeast Arizona and the McNalley Fire in the Sequoia National Park. In 2003 Air West provided aircraft services to help contain the Aspen Fire outside Summerhaven, Arizona, along with several fires throughout Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho.

Air West Inc | (480) 396-0688 | (877) 368-7885 | E-Mail: charter@airwestinc.com