Pilot

Ron has been a pilot with ThedaStar since February of 2005.  His previous experience includes:
Agricultural County Extension Service in Montana; Grand Valley Aviation in Jackson Hole, WY; Lear Siegler Service and The US Army.  His licensures include Commercial Single, Multi-engine Land RotorCraft-Helicopter, Instrument Airplane, Helicopter, Glider aero-tow, Army Instructor day night, Night Vision Goggle.

Ron's e-mail address is ronald.ries@thedacare.org

Lead Mechanic

Jim has been with ThedaStar since August, 1997. During the time Jim has been with ThedaStar he was been employed by Petroleum Helicopters (PHI) until August of 2001. At that time he transferred to CJ Systems Aviation Group when they were given the contract to provide aircraft services, including pilots and mechanics for ThedaStar. From August, 2001 - February, 2005, Jim held the position of Site Manager and Lead Mechanic for CJ Systems at ThedaStar. He remains Lead Mechanic.

Experience: 

• CJ Systems Aviation Group - 2.5 years, lead mechanic
• Petroleum Helicopters Inc. (PHI) - 17 years, lead mechanic
• USAF: 5 years - Helicopter Technician

Certification:  Airframe and Power plant license

E-mail:  james.seeliger@thedacare.org