West Star Aviation Advances Jeff Messmer to Manager of Technical Sales, Supporting Perryville Growth
West Star Aviation announces Jeff Messmer has been promoted to manager of Technical Sales, supporting the company’s operations in Perryville, MO, at Perryville Regional Airport (PCD). In his new role, Messmer will work closely with customers on technical evaluations, airframe modifications, maintenance planning, and refurbishment projects.
A highly respected aviation professional with decades of maintenance, repair and overhaul experience, Messmer brings exceptional technical knowledge, industry expertise, and a customer-first mindset to the role. His promotion reflects not only his long-standing dedication to West Star Aviation but also the trust he has built with customers and colleagues throughout his career. This September will mark his 15th year with West Star Aviation.
Messmer’s aviation career began in the U.S. Army, where he served for six years as an aircraft structural technician and as a Desert Shield veteran. That experience laid the foundation for a career built on discipline, technical precision, and service. Over the years, he has continued to expand his expertise through hands-on work and specialized training across major airframes, including the Gulfstream III, Falcon 2000EX, and Learjet 45/45XR.
After joining West Star, Messmer also served as Operations manager. In every role, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence, customer service, and the advancement of the aviation industry, widely known for the passion and positive attitude he brings to everything he does. He has built his reputation by listening closely to customers, understanding the technical details of each project, and helping operators find the right solutions for their aircraft. His ability to combine deep airframe knowledge with practical service planning makes him an ideal fit to help support West Star’s continued response to customer needs at the Perryville location.
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