West Star Aviation plans to construct another hangar at Grand Junction Regional Airport to accommodate growing demand for its aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services.

“This expansion is an exciting milestone for us,” said Scott Sweeney, vice president and general manager of the West Star operation in Grand Junction.

“We’re not just building a new hangar. We’re building on the success and dedication of our team,” Sweeney said. “This will allow us to continue to provide the top-tier service our customers expect while creating new opportunities for our employees and the community.”

The expansion will add 40,000 square feet of hangar space, 38,000 square feet of office and back shop space and 31,000 square feet of ramp space.

Designed and constructed in partnership with Tectonic Management Group, the project will create additional space for maintenance and repair services, avionics installations and interior refurbishments. The expansion is expected to create 80 to 100 job openings.

“As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of services,” said Allen McReynolds, president and chief operating officer of West Star Aviation. The expansion at Grand Junction is not only a win for West Star, but it also supports our larger vision of being the best in the MRO industry.”

The expansion coincides with the construction of a multi-year runway project at Grand Junction Regional Airport.

“This expansion strengthens the relationship between the airport and West Star,” said Angela Padalecki, executive director of airport operations at Grand Junction Regional Airport.

“We’re proud to see West Star’s growth at GJT, and the enhanced services this will bring to the airport will benefit the entire community. West Star is a pillar in our region, and their continued growth is a testament to the partnership we’ve built,” Padalecki said.

In addition to its operations in Grand Junction, West Star operates facilities in Denver as well as Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Tennessee and Texas.

The company has been voted the top maintenance, repair and overhaul provider nine times in an annual survey conducted for Professional Pilot Magazine.