Scott Sweeney has been named general manager of the West Star Aviation facility in Grand Junction.

Sweeney succeeds Dave Krogman, who recently announced his retirement.

Sweeney will oversee all aspects of the operation, including quality control, planning and project management.  He brings to the position 35 years of aviation experience, including his role as general manager of the West Star Aviation facility in East Alton, Ill.

“Scott has done a great job in leading the East Alton facility for the past four years, and I am confident he will bring the same style of collaboration and strong business acumen to the Grand Junction site,” said Jim Rankin, chief executive officer of West Star Aviation.

Sweeney will be involved in an expansion at the Grand Junction facility, including a a 40,000-square-foot hangar and an additional 32,000 square feet of shop and office space.

“As I look ahead with excitement to lead Grand Junction, I am equally as eager to help set the vision and strategic direction for sustainable, long-term growth as we expand our footprint and services to customers across the region,” he said.

West Star Aviation offers a range of services that include the maintenance and repair of airframes, engines and avionics as well as painting and interior refurbishments. In addition to its facilities at the Grand Junction Regional Airport, West Star Aviation operates facilities in Aspen and Denver as well as in Arizona, Illinois, Minneapolis, Missouri, Tennessee and Texas. The company has ranked first among the most-preferred maintenance, repair and overhaul services provider for eight consecutive years in an annual survey conducted by Professional Pilot magazine. For more information, visit www.weststaraviation.com.