Peter Sistare, Owner:
Peter Sistare has 37 years of experience in aviation including maintenance, flight crew, and management. In 1984, he graduated from East Coast Aero Tech in Bedford, Massachusetts. Peter started out as an A&P mechanic for Pilgrim Airlines. From 1986-2001, Peter worked at CCAir, Inc. He began as a mechanic, and eventually became Vice President of Maintenance and Vice President of Maintenance and Operations. From 2001-2014, Peter was a pilot for World Airways. He is type rated to fly various aircrafts, including B-747, MD-11, DC-10, SD-360, DHC-8, CE-500, and CE-560XL. During that time Peter also worked as a maintenance consultant for regional airlines and insurance companies. In 2012, Peter and Pat created Carolina Aviation Technical Services to fill a need for top quality maintenance at a reasonable cost. Peter works closely with each aircraft to ensure timetables are maintained, component logistics are organized, and quality assurance is adhered to throughout the process.
Contact Information: peter.sistare@cats-mro.com, (855)-847-2287, ext. 101
Mike Gouge, General Manager:
Mike Gouge has over 35 years of experience in aviation maintenance with a broad aviation background. He began his aviation career when he joined the United States Air Force in 1987 as Aircraft Mechanic and Crew Chief. Mike received his A&P license from Bakers School of Aeronautics in Lebanon, Tennessee. He has worked as an A&P Mechanic at Patuxent Naval Air Station.MD., Robbins Air Force Base, and Andrews Air Force Base Presidential Fleet with training on the C-20 (Gulfstream GV), C-32 (Boeing 757), C-40 (Boeing 737), and the T-38 (J85). Mike has eleven years of experience as a Director of Maintenance including Aircraft Technicians, Inc., and Empire Construction Co both located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Mike started with Carolina Aviation Technical Services in 2016 and has served in a variety of capacities including A&P Mechanic, Sales Manager, Chief Inspector, and General Manager. Mike is the first point of contact for all your aircraft maintenance needs.
Contact Information: mike.gouge@cats-mro.com, (855)-847-2287, ext. 102
Jim Thayer, Chief Inspector:
Jim Thayer has over 39 years of experience in aviation maintenance. He graduated in 1982 from Riverside School of Aeronautics in Utica, NY with an A&P license. After graduating, he worked at Page Avjet Corp. and US Airways as a mechanic through the 1980s and 1990s respectively. From 2000-2002, he worked at Piedmont Hawthorne Aviation as a mechanic and Chief Inspector. During 2002-2015, he worked at USAirports Flight Support as Chief Inspector and Director of Maintenance. From 2015-2019, Jim worked at Signature TECHNICAir (Landmark Aviation) in Syracuse, NY as mechanic/inspector and Avionics Manager. From 2017-2019, Jim worked as an Avionics Manager, Chief Inspector, Accountability Manager, and Director of Maintenance at AvFlight Rochester Corporation. Jim moved to North Carolina in July 2020, and started at Carolina Aviation Technical Services as a mechanic and lead mechanic. In January 2021, he became the Chief Inspector at CATS with extensive experience in aviation inspection.
Contact Information: jim.thayer@cats-mro.com, (855)-847-2287, ext. 103
Jon Berthy, Parts Manager:
Jon Berthy comes to aviation maintenance from working in automotive maintenance with 34 years of experience. From 1989-1993, Jon was in the U.S. Naval Construction Force (NCF) as a diesel mechanic. From 2000-2002, Jon was the General Manager at NAPA AutoCare in Mooresville, NC. In 2002, Jon started Affordable Auto Care in Mooresville, NC. From 2004-2019, Jon was the Lead Technician at Lakepoint Auto Service. In September 2019, Jon joined Carolina Aviation Technical Services as the Parts Manager. Jon has extensive experience and knowledge regarding all aspects of maintenance. He manages all parts and tools, aids with production and maintenance schedules, and assists with quality control.