by admin on Jun 4, 2010, under Miramar Air Show, leading edge aviation services
Leading Edge Aviation Services (LEAS) reported a record turnout for its weekend event at the 2009 Miramar Air Show this year, selling out an entire floor of the Empress Hotel and jampacking its flight-line corporate VIP chalet with friends and guests from across the country.
“We work hard all year long to keep our skies busy, so it was nice to come together just to have some fun, network, and take in the breath-taking action of the world’s best air show,” said Mike Manclark, CEO, LEAS. “In all, we had more than 120 guests from virtually every airline in the industry, and as in previous years, there was never a dull moment.”
Over the three-day event, the company organized family trips to SeaWorld, a tiki-torch BBQ on the beach, a fullfledged golf tournament, catered receptions, and much, much more. But the true highlight of the event was the beautiful corporate VIP chalet sponsored by Leading Edge.
“The views are just unbelievable from the chalet,” added Manclark. “You couldn’t be closer to the action unless you were in it. You could almost touch the aerial displays, and nobody felt the burn of the ‘Great Wall of Fire’ like we did! Bursting 2,500 feet into the air, it’s an explosive inferno that you just have to see to believe!”
To see more pictures from the 2009 Miramar Air Show, or to add your own, please visit www.miramar2009.com.
by admin on Dec 3, 2009, under Leading Edge Aviation Press Release
Airline’s first aircraft with Star Alliance livery unveiled to Industry’s Top CEOS at Newark Liberty Airport
Santa Ana, CA (PRWEB) December 3, 2009 — Leading Edge Aviation Services (LEAS), the largest commercial aircraft painting company in the world, announced a major new milestone today with long-term partner Continental Airlines. The company completed the airline’s first A/C 120 to don the Star Alliance livery at an induction event at Newark Liberty Airport. The aircraft was proudly unveiled to all 25 airline member CEOs along with international media, who gathered to witness Continental’s transition to the Star Alliance Network.
“We have painted over 650 aircraft for Continental, and this is another proud milestone for us both,” said Mike Manclark, CEO, LEAS. “It’s remarkable to see how this airline has grown over the years, and how Leading Edge has grown with them. We are proud to showcase our work at such a world-class event, and are looking forward to working with Continental during their transition to the Star Alliance Network.”
Unveiled in dramatic fashion behind a hangar-wide velvet curtain, the A/C 120 was painted and prepped at Leading Edge’s Amarillo, TX facility, which has been engineered to handle virtually every aircraft in the Continental fleet.
For more information, visit www.LeadingEdgeCorp.com.
About Leading Edge Aviation Services: Headquartered in Santa Ana, CA with facilities across the United States, Leading Edge Aviation Services, Inc. is one of the most advanced, commercial aircraft services companies in the world. Specializing in commercial, private, and military aircraft painting, the company also provides a wide range of commercial services, including fuel system, mod-center support, contract labor, line-turn maintenance, composite and sheet metal, long and short-term aircraft storage, field audits, fleet assessments, interior deep cleaning, and strip and painting services to various branches of the United States Military. For more information, visit www.LeadingEdgeCorp.com.
by admin on Oct 31, 2009, under Leading Edge Aviation Press Release
World’s Largest Aircraft Painting Company Throws Impromptu Party at Miramar Officer’s Club
Santa Ana, CA. (PRWEB) October 31, 2009 — What’s a party without a few surprises and an appreciative host? That’s the question that MCAS Miramar troops recently had answered after a surprise visit from Leading Edge Aviation Services. The world’s top aircraft painting company recently stormed the local Officer’s Club with a single mission at hand – to bring food, fun, and drinks to everyone in attendance.
From 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the company played host to a battery of libations and entertainment as its way of saying thanks for its own success, and for the sacrifices made by each and every member of our armed forces.
“We love giving back to our troops in ways they least expect it,” said Mike Manclark, CEO, Leading Edge Aviation Services. “They’ve given so much to our country, and our company, we thought it only fair to give them a night they’d truly remember. To be there for the smiles and cheers was quite simply an honor.”
Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, Leading Edge has a long history with the Armed Forces. During its humble beginnings, the company earned its reputation for quality while washing and detailing aircraft for local California bases during cold desert nights.
“Back in those early days, the military is what kept us going,” added Manclark. “We’d be out there freezing with our mops and buckets, but we’d always forge ahead. No matter how demanding our job was, we knew it always paled in comparison to the ones of our service men and women. We hope this little surprise party reminds them all of just how thankful we truly are.”
About Leading Edge Aviation Services:
Headquartered in Santa Ana, CA with facilities across the United States, Leading Edge Aviation Services, Inc. is one of the most advanced, commercial aircraft services companies in the world. Specializing in commercial, private, and military aircraft painting, the company also provides a wide range of commercial services, including fuel system servicing, mod-center support, contract labor, line-turn maintenance, composite and sheet metal, long and short term aircraft storage, field audits, fleet assessments, interior deep cleaning, and strip and painting services to various branches of the United States Military. For more information, visit www.leadingedgecorp.com.
by admin on Sep 29, 2009, under Leading Edge Aviation Press Release
America’s Top Aircraft Painting Company to Host Aviation’s Elite at Newly-Renovated MCAS Golf Course
Santa Ana, CA (PRWEB) September 29, 2009 — Leading Edge Aviation Services (LEAS), the largest commercial aircraft painting company in the world, announced today that aviation’s elite are once again hitting the greens under the roar of the Miramar Air Show as part of its annual customer appreciation festivities. For over a dozen years, Leading Edge has used the Miramar Air Show as a world-class stage for thanking its valued customers and friends; treating them to unbeatable runway seating, spectacular catered-meals, sunset dinner party on the beach, theme park trips, and more.
“Over the past 13 years, the Leading Edge Golf Tournament has become the ‘can’t-miss’ event for industry leaders and friends,” said Mike Manclark, CEO, Leading Edge Aviation Services. “It’s the one time we can all get together to celebrate the joys of aviation with the roar of Air Show jets overhead. And with this year being our 20th Anniversary, we’re pulling out all the stops to make this year’s event the most memorable one yet.”
Held every year before the Miramar Air Show, the Leading Edge Golf Tournament plays host to representatives from virtually every major airline, and influencers from industry suppliers. Held on October 2nd, 2009, this year promises even better golfing action, with the course just having reopened after a recent multimillion dollar renovation.
“To celebrate 20 years of success is a real milestone for us,” added Manclark. “And to do it on the heels of the world’s best air show on a spectacular new course makes it that much sweeter. It’s a fun and enjoyable way to say thanks to the companies, people, and friends who’ve helped us grow from a small upstart in the 80s, to what’s now the largest aircraft painting company in the world.”
For more information on the 13th Annual Leading Edge Aviation Golf Tournament, please visit www.leadingedgecorp.com/2009Miramar
About Leading Edge Aviation Services:
Headquartered in Santa Ana, CA with facilities across the United States, Leading Edge Aviation Services, Inc. is one of the most advanced, commercial aircraft services companies in the world. Specializing in commercial and military aircraft painting, the company also provides a wide range of commercial services, including fuel system servicing, mod-center support, contract labor, line-turn maintenance, composite and sheet metal, long and short term aircraft storage, field audits, fleet assessments, interior deep cleaning, and strip and painting services to various branches of the United States Military. For more information, visit www.leadingedgecorp.com.
by admin on Jul 13, 2009, under Leading Edge Aviation Press Release
Company Re-paints Historic F/A-18 after 2,000 mile road trip from Florida to California
Santa Ana, CA (PRWEB) July 13, 2009 — Leading Edge Aviation Services (LEAS), the largest commercial aircraft painting company in the world, has teamed up with the Boeing Company to bring an historic, Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet to the San Diego Air and Space Museum where it is now on public display. The aircraft, which thrilled spectators for nearly 30 years, has been meticulously re-painted after its 2,000 mile journey by truck from “The Blues” training facility in Pensacola, FLA, to its new home in San Diego, CA.
“We’ve done a lot of specialty work in the past, so when Boeing contacted us to help restore this iconic aircraft, we were more than happy to donate our services,” said Mike Manclark, CEO, Leading Edge. “This is an aircraft that’s represented America for decades, so to play a part in bringing it back to life for the San Diego Air & Space museum is a real honor. And with its fresh new paint job, we’re sure it will continue to dazzle aviation enthusiasts for generations to come.”
Formed in 1946, “The Blues” are recognized as the oldest flying aerobatic team in existence, having performed for more than 427 million spectators worldwide. Originally flying WWII fighters, the squadron changed aircraft many times, until finally adopting the current F/A-18 Hornet in 1986. Each F/A-18 is a former fleet aircraft that are nearly combat-ready; able to be repainted and readied for combat service in just 72 hours.
With proven track record for painting museum-quality aircraft, Leading Edge Aviation Services was the clear painting partner of choice for Boeing, Northrop Grumman, GE Aircraft Engines, Raytheon and the Hornet Industry team.
“We’re thrilled to add this exciting showpiece to our growing exhibit,” said Jim Kidrick, President and CEO, San Diego Air & Space Museum. “It took a lot of time, effort, and commitment to refurbish this jet after trucking it coast-to-coast, but the results were well worth it. We extend our deepest thanks to Boeing, the Hornet Industry team, and Leading Edge for their unequalled commitment to excellence, and for making this moment possible.”
About Leading Edge Aviation Services:
Headquartered in Santa Ana, CA with facilities across the United States, Leading Edge Aviation Services, Inc. is one of the most advanced, commercial aircraft services companies in the world. Specializing in commercial, private, and military aircraft painting, the company also provides a wide range of commercial services, including fuel system, mod-center support, contract labor, line-turn maintenance, composite and sheet metal, long and short term aircraft storage, field audits, fleet assessments, interior deep cleaning, and strip and painting services to various branches of the United States Military. For more information, visit www.LeadingEdgeCorp.com.
