ABOUT US

Passionate About Aircraft & Private Travel

The Origins Of Elite Air's Commitment And Success Are Humble

Attorney and pilot Gray Gibbs founded Elite Air in 2001 based on a love of flying and belief that private travel offers relief from the cattle call mentality of commercial airlines. Gibbs has been operating executive jets since 1994, and through the years, he has assembled a top-notch staff and developed a consistent regimen for maintenance and safety—the keys to an extraordinary company, one that offers unique opportunities to aircraft owners and travelers alike.

These basic concepts have set Elite Air apart in the private aviation industry. Elite Air's firm commitment to transparency and honesty make it the most trustworthy management firm in the world.

Elite Air is headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. The company manages private aircraft in key cities throughout the United States and Europe. Come fly with Elite Air today. 

Meet the Team

  • GRAY GIBBS, ESQ.

    CEO & DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

    A pilot with more than 15,000 hours, Gray Gibbs directs operations at Elite Air, keeping planes and pilots prepped and looking after each and every customer personally.

  • AJ BECKER

    PRESIDENT

    AJ Becker started his career in aviation while at Florida State University. Now a 20-year industry veteran and licensed pilot, Becker oversees Elite Air's day-to-day operations.

  • TOM RISSMILLER

    CHIEF PILOT

    Tom Rissmiller joined Elite Air in 2015 and was soon promoted to chief pilot. The aviator has more than 16,000 total hours as pilot-in-command.

  • JANETTE DRISCOLL, ESQ.

    CFO

    Janette Driscoll has been with Elite Air since its inception. Driscoll is a tax attorney and certified public accountant, giving her a unique skillset for serving Elite Air's customers and assisting in operations.

  • BRYCE SEAMAN

    DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

    Bryce Seaman's extensive aviation expertise makes him uniquely qualified to lead Elite Air's maintenance department. As department director, Seaman offers comprehensive A&P services for all aircraft in the company’s fleet.

  • MIKE AUCHAMPAU, ESQ.

    CORPORATE COUNSEL

    Michael Auchampau has experience as a practicing attorney and in-house counsel. In addition to drafting contracts and representing Elite Air and its clients in disputes, he serves as Elite Air's director of human resources.

  • Kirk Roberts

    CHIEF INSPECTOR

  • Scott Rydman

    PILOT & SAFETY OFFICER

  • Russell Buhrer

    PILOT & SAFETY OFFICER

  • Hermina Setkic

    SR. ACCOUNTANT

  • Gabriella Victor

    ACCOUNTING

  • Karla Rissmiller

    DISPATCH & OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

  • Tom Bayer

    DIRECTOR OF DISPATCH & SALES

  • Hilary Cavanaugh

    DIRECTOR OF DISPATCH & SALES

  • Julie Roberts

    DISPATCH & SALES

  • Joshua Wilcox

    DISPATCH & SALES

  • Landon Newberry

    DISPATCH & SALES

  • Nick Pentzak

    INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

  • Sonia Garcia

    MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT MANAGER

  • Xiomary Reyes

    MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT COORDINATOR

  • Alexa Hegawalt

    ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

  • Jason Wisnewski

    FUEL RESEARCHER

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Careers at Elite Air

St. Petersburg-Based A&P Mechanic (posted 1/13/25)

Primary duties and responsibilities are to perform scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance, including preventive maintenance and occasional alterations on executive business aircraft. Other duties and responsibilities include:

  • Properly documenting work performed in accordance with company standard operating procedures.

  • Ensuring all known discrepancies are corrected and documented as required.

  • Performing routine monitoring of aircraft status for maintenance coming due.

The physical requirements and working environment may include:

  • Climbing, standing, stooping, bending, and occasionally working in confined spaces.

  • Performing work on ladders and scissor lifts.

  • Working in an aircraft maintenance hangar or outside ramp in all weather conditions.

  • Occasional overtime and weekend shiftwork.

The following experience is requested and preferred:

  • Five or more years in aircraft maintenance on turbine powered aircraft.

  • Model aircraft experience, such as work on Gulfstreams, Legacy 600 Series and Global Express executive aircraft.

  • Experience in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.

The following qualifications are required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

  • Valid Airframe & Powerplant Certificate.

  • Valid driver’s license.

  • Computer experience, including the ability to access web-based aircraft maintenance manuals.

  • Adequate flexibility to respond to on-demand flight schedules per CFR Part 135 operations.

Please e-mail resumes to Careers@eliteair.com.

Elite Air Human Resources

To learn about career opportunities as they come available, please contact the Elite Air human resources department.

Pilot Records Improvement Act

The Pilot Records Improvement Act of 1996 requires air carriers under 14 CFR Part 135 to request, receive, and evaluate certain information concerning a pilot/applicant’s training, experience, qualification, and safety background before allowing the individual to begin service as a pilot with their company. To learn more or to make a PRIA request, please contact Karla Rissmiller.