Duncan Aviation Adds Experienced Avionics Sales Representative to Support Aircraft Owners and Operators
Aircraft owners and operators now have another experienced resource to help them navigate avionics upgrades and maintenance planning as Ben Lewandowski rejoins Duncan Aviation as an Avionics Service sales representative in Lincoln, NE.
A second-generation Duncan Aviation team member, Lewandowski grew up around the company. His father, Paul Lewandowski, program manager in Government Contracts and Special Programs, has worked at Duncan Aviation for 25 years, and the younger Lewandowski spent many days shadowing him, fueling an early fascination with aviation. Curious about how things worked and drawn to the technical side of the industry, Lewandowski joined Duncan Aviation as an apprentice after graduating from high school. Working with then-director of maintenance, Andy Bajc, he earned his Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification while working full-time.
"I took a somewhat unconventional path after that," says Lewandowski. "I left Duncan Aviation to build my sales and management experience with the goal of returning and eventually moving into aviation sales."
He joined Omaha-based FBO JetLinx in maintenance control, managing a fleet of aircraft, before spending three and a half years in medical sales. Those experiences broadened his understanding of aircraft operations and customer expectations, perspectives he now brings to Duncan Aviation customers.
"I enjoy building relationships and communicating with people, so combining aviation with customer service allows me to help owners and operators make informed decisions about their aircraft. That felt like the perfect fit," Lewandowski says. "Duncan Aviation is the gold standard in aviation, so coming back was an easy decision."
His time away reinforced that successful sales begin with listening. Lewandowski believes the best solutions begin with understanding how each customer uses their aircraft.
"My goal is to build long-term relationships with customers while continuing to expand my aviation knowledge," he says. "No two customers or aircraft have the same mission. A charter operator has different priorities than a private owner. Understanding those differences allows me to recommend the right solution instead of a one-size-fits-all approach."
As he settles into his new role, Lewandowski is tapping into the expertise of the people around him.
"I'm excited to learn from my teammates," he says. "Over the next several years, I want to become the trusted resource owners and operators rely on for their avionics solutions."
Outside of work, Lewandowski, his wife, Hope, and 5-year-old son, Leo, stay busy with their two golden retrievers, Murphy and Milo, weekends at the lake, travel, and discovering new restaurants. He also enjoys lifting weights, playing basketball, and reading.
"Returning to Duncan Aviation has been a dream come true," says Lewandowski. "It truly feels like coming home."
For more information, visit duncanaviation.aero.