From The PAMA South Texas Chapter

We’re kicking off Q2 with some great momentum and an exciting update for our organization.

Following our recent elections, I’m proud to introduce your 2026 Board of Directors. This is a strong, diverse group of leaders from across our industry who are committed to continuing to grow our mission, expand opportunities, and support the aviation maintenance community here in South Texas.

2026 South Texas PAMA Board of Directors

President: Chad Tew – Wing Aviation
Vice President: Chad Sweppenhiser – Duncan Aviation
Treasurer: Jennifer Gamon – CAPS Aviation
Secretary: Lauren Woodrick – Elliott Aviation

Board Director: Norman Adkins – Wing Aviation
Board Director: Eric Ramsey – Higginbotham
Board Director: Pete Vandolzer – StandardAero
Board Director: Jedidiah Willa – Coastal Skies Aero Club
Board Director: Sugun Ratti – Torque Aero
Board Director: Fernanda Avila – WestStar

This group is stepping in with a clear focus: build on what we’ve created together and take it to the next level.

We’ve got a strong lineup of events ahead, and this is shaping up to be one of our best years yet:

Mark your calendars!!!
• Golf Classic – April 14 at Wildcat Golf Club
• Crawfish Bash & Family Day - May 30th at Bear Creek Park in Houston
• Maintenance Symposium – July in Conroe. Details coming soon.
• Annual Gala – our biggest night of the year, driving scholarships and support. November 21st at Ellington. 

Our goal remains simple and important: support the aviation maintenance workforce, create real opportunities, and continue building a community people want to be part of.

If you’ve been involved, thank you. If you haven’t yet, this is the year to jump in. Whether it’s attending events, sponsoring, volunteering, or bringing someone new into the organization, there’s a place for you here.

We’re just getting started.
 
Best Regards,
 
Chad M. Tew

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