Our People

Established in February 2019 with a commitment to excellence by experienced and trusted aviation professionals. STS is comprised of an extensive and broad network of high calibre aviation experts. With over 25+ years experience each, the team bring valuable qualifications, leadership and management experience from a variety of aviation industries and disciplines including MRO, lean expertise, finance, operations, project management.

Ben Whelan

Founder & CEO

Bachelor of Business Studies & Accountant
Lean practitioner
30 years aviation experience
Variety of senior management roles
Headed up Technical Services division for 8 years

Colm O'Ceallaigh

Operations

Aircraft licenced engineer
Structures specialist
+ 25 years aviation experience
Project managed 30 full aircraft redeliveries for the last 7 years

Don Salmon

Chief Operations Officer

Proven Aviation Business Leader
30 years aviation experience
Lean & Quality Management Practitioner
Numerous aviation technical and business roles

Gary Dillon

Chief Commercial Officer

EASA B1 Aircraft Licenced Engineer and Project Manager
21 years aviation experience
Specialising in Key Client Account Management in Aircraft Leasing
Previous roles in management, leadership in MRO and Services Division

Lucia Hyde

Chief People Officer

Associate CIPD
Management, Administration
30 years' experience within industry
Diploma in Tourism Administration. City & Guilds Modern Management
Previous roles in Management, IT systems, Customer Service & Payroll

Larry Bridges

Chief Information Officer & Deputy Chief Operations Officer

BA Management Practices
Certificate in Aircraft Technical Services
15+ years in aviation
Specialises in aircraft records, process development, aircraft systems
Previous roles in management, maintenance and consulting

Tadhg McInerney

Chief Project Officer

B.Sc. Production Management Systems
Certified Lean Practitioner
10+ Years in management
Specialises in project leadership, process implementation and strategic business development
Previous roles in hangar management and technical representation