About Us
At Blue Sky, we offer a comprehensive range of services including advanced avionics systems, professional flight training programs, and expert aviation maintenance solutions. With over 15 years of experience, we are committed to delivering top-quality services that meet the highest industry standards, even if we have to come to you!
Rod Richeson
CP-ASEL, PP-ASES, A&P/IA, CFI, Owner
Rod has been involved in aircraft maintenance for 13 years. Rod completed a 14CFR147 Aviation Maintenance School in lieu of using experience to test for his Airframe and Powerplant licenses. Rod is a Commercially rated pilot in addition to his A&P licenses. Rod added Inspector Authorization to his A&P license in 2021 and Certified Flight Instructor in 2023. Rod enjoys flying conventional gear aircraft, and doing off-airports ops.
Joshua Oord
CP-ASEL, CFI, CFI-I, A&P
Joshua is a Moses Lake native who started flying at Big Bend Community College in 2016 where he earned both his Commercial Pilot's License and his A&P mechanic certificate. Josh received his CFI and CFI-I ratings in the summer of 2022. Joshua enjoys sharing the joy of aviation through thorough, thoughtful training tailored to each individual student's interests and goals.
Ty Svancara
CP-ASEL, CFI, A&P
Ty is an Idaho native, and started his flying career with his Private Pilot license shortly after graduating High School. Ty then attended Big Bend Community College for his Instrument rating and Commercial Pilot license. Ty added his CFI, Airframe & Powerplant licenses in 2023. Ty enjoys tail-wheel and high performance aircraft, and currently flies a Aeronca Champ. In his free time Ty is pursuing a career in Aerial Application.
Piper
Co-Pilot
Piper is a registered Shetland Sheepdog, but her most important job is to trip up anyone in the hangar. When you visit she'll welcome you with a few barks, then let you pet her ears. She is very food motivated, so if you come packing treats, you'll have a lifetime friend.