On September 16, 2017, Patrick Walter Brady was called to a new life. His family, Jeannemarie (wife), Ryan M. Brady-Regensburg (daughter), Kelsey Patrick Brady (son), and Alec J. Regensburg (son-in-law) were at his side. On October 3, 2017, the Brady and Sistare families gathered together for a “Last Flight.” A tribute, on a Dornier 328, to celebrate a life well lived with clear blue skies and Irish whiskey. On arrival they were greeted with a marching band, surrounded by family and friends.
The two day celebration for a man who was a friend to many, husband, father, brother, son, and mentor. Patrick had an impact on many lives, both personally and professionally. Patrick W. Brady started in the aviation industry in 1977, beginning his career in the Air Force. After his four year commitment, Patrick attended the Riverside School of Aeronautics earning his A & P license in 1983.
He truly was the all American story. He worked his way up from mechanic to Vice President of Maintenance at Business Express (known to many in the beginning as Pilgrim Airlines), as well as PSA and ACA (Delta Connection). Patrick became the “Guru” for the Dornier 328. After spending more than 20 years as the Chairman for the Industry Steering Committee, he became known as “Mr. 328.”
Patrick Walter Brady truly was the all American story. His knowledge, passion, success, honesty, and integrity made a great impact on the aviation community.
In 2003, Patrick took his regional airline aviation experience and knowledge, and opened PJRK Consulting LLC. His knowledge, passion, success, honesty, and integrity made a great impact on the aviation community. In 2012, The Brady and Sistare families joined together and opened CATS, Carolina Aviation Technical Services in Statesville, NC. It was a life long dream for Patrick and Peter to bring together their friendship and passion for aviation.
Patrick W. Brady was a man who truly celebrated life every day. Whether Patrick was a personal friend, acquaintance, or business associate his presence in our daily lives cannot be measured. The impact of how he lived life everyday will keep us all celebrating and living.
