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STS Line Maintenance Earns FAA Diamond Award for Eighth Straight Year

Bryan Shaw

4 February 2026

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Jensen Beach, Florida, February 4, 2026: STS Line Maintenance has been awarded the FAA Diamond Award for Excellence in Safety and Training for the eighth consecutive year. It is a milestone built on consistency, discipline, and a shared belief that safety is not a campaign. It is the work.

The Diamond Award, issued by the Federal Aviation Administration under the U.S. Department of Transportation, recognizes organizations that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to aviation safety through comprehensive, continuous training. For STS Line Maintenance, this recognition reflects years of intentional investment in people, processes, and standards that do not bend under pressure.

Every Aircraft Maintenance Technician across the STS Line Maintenance network completed the FAA’s FAAST training requirements in 2025. That level of participation does not happen by accident. It happens when leadership prioritizes training, when teams hold each other accountable, and when safety is treated as a responsibility shared by everyone, everywhere.

“This award is not about a plaque on the wall,” said Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group. “It represents thousands of decisions made the right way by our teams across the globe. Eight consecutive years tells a story about who we are and how seriously we take the trust placed in us by our customers and partners.”

Gary Pratt, Senior Vice President and General Manager of STS Line Maintenance, echoed that sentiment. “Our teams show up every day prepared, trained, and focused on doing the job right. This award belongs to them. It reflects their professionalism, their pride in the work, and their commitment to keeping aircraft safe and reliable.”

STS Line Maintenance currently operates 50 line maintenance stations across the United States, the Bahamas, the United Kingdom, and France. From scheduled line checks to AOG response and on call maintenance support, the company delivers dependable, real world solutions that keep aircraft moving and operations running smoothly.

For more information about STS Line Maintenance and its safety driven aircraft maintenance services, visit https://www.stsaviationgroup.com.

About STS Line Maintenance:

STS Line Maintenance provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance support through a global network of stations. Services include RON maintenance, turnaround checks, non routine discrepancy resolution, AOG response, FAA and DER engineering support, and ground equipment maintenance. Every station operates with the same focus on safety, speed, and reliability.

Media Contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing, STS Aviation Group
1 800 800 2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]

STS Line Maintenance Achieves Seventh Consecutive FAA Diamond Award for Excellence in Safety & Training

Bryan Shaw

5 February 2025

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Culture, STS Line Maintenance

Jensen Beach, Fla., February 5, 2025 – STS Line Maintenance is honored to announce its receipt of the prestigious FAA Diamond Award for Excellence in Safety & Training for the seventh consecutive year. This remarkable achievement underscores the company’s continued commitment to upholding the highest standards in aircraft maintenance, safety, and training excellence. The FAA Diamond Award, presented by the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration, recognizes organizations for their dedication to fostering a culture of safety through ongoing, comprehensive training initiatives.

Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group, expressed his pride in the team’s accomplishment. “Receiving the FAA Diamond Award for the seventh consecutive year is a monumental achievement. This honor reflects the collective effort and dedication of our entire team who consistently strive to meet and exceed the rigorous standards set by the FAA. It is a reflection of our relentless focus on safety, training, and quality that helps ensure the highest level of reliability and performance in everything we do.”

In 2024, STS Line Maintenance continued to raise the bar by actively participating in the FAA’s FAAST program, a key initiative aimed at enhancing aviation safety through continuous education and skill development of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. As part of their ongoing commitment to safety, every member of the STS Line Maintenance team successfully completed the demanding FAAST program in 2024, reinforcing their exceptional training and readiness to maintain the safest and most efficient fleet.

Gary Pratt, Sr. Vice President and General Manager of STS Line Maintenance, shared his pride in the accomplishment: “This recognition is a direct result of the hard work, passion, and dedication of our talented team. We remain steadfast in our commitment to investing in our people, ensuring they are equipped with the latest skills, knowledge, and industry best practices. I am incredibly grateful to our training and quality assurance teams who have played an integral role in maintaining our industry-leading standards.”

For more information about STS Line Maintenance and its award-winning aircraft maintenance solutions, please visit our website at https://www.stsaviationgroup.com/.

About STS Line Maintenance:

STS Line Maintenance operates 49 line maintenance stations throughout the United States, Bahamas, United Kingdom and France.

At each of these stations, our team(s) offer a full range of support services, FAA / DER engineering assistance, AOG response teams and enhanced reliability through rapid response times. Skilled mechanics stand ready to handle RON maintenance, turnaround checks, non-routine discrepancy reports and ground equipment maintenance via scheduled or on-call action.

To learn more about STS Line Maintenance and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

Media Contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing at STS Aviation Group
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]

STS Line Maintenance Celebrates Sixth Consecutive FAA Diamond Award for Excellence in Safety & Training

Bryan Shaw

1 February 2024

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Line Maintenance

Jensen Beach, Fla., February 2, 2024 – STS Line Maintenance proudly announces its receipt of the prestigious FAA Diamond Award for the sixth consecutive year, a testament to its unwavering dedication to aircraft maintenance training and safety excellence. This distinguished honor, bestowed by the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration, highlights the company’s all-encompassing commitment to fostering a culture of safety through comprehensive training.

Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group, shared his enthusiasm: “Achieving the FAA Diamond Award for the sixth time is a testament to the collective effort and dedication of our entire team. It’s a reflection of our unwavering commitment to not just meet but exceed the rigorous training standards set by the FAA. This achievement underscores the hundreds of our team members uniting for a singular goal – enhancing safety and excellence in our operations.”

In early 2023, STS Line Maintenance took a significant step by enrolling in the FAA’s FAAST program, a strategic initiative aimed at elevating sky safety through the continuous education of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. Securing the FAA Diamond Award once again required every member of the STS Line Maintenance team to complete this demanding year-long program, surpassing the FAA’s stringent standards.

Gary Pratt, Sr. Vice President and General Manager of STS Line Maintenance, expressed his pride in the team’s achievement: “This recognition is a direct reflection of our team’s hard work and our substantial investment in their growth. Our commitment to ensuring our staff represents the pinnacle of the industry through rigorous training and adherence to the latest technological advancements is unwavering. I extend my deepest gratitude to our training and quality assurance teams for their pivotal role in maintaining our high standards.”

For more information about STS Line Maintenance and its award-winning approach to aircraft maintenance solutions, please visit our website at https://www.stsaviationgroup.com/.

About STS Line Maintenance:

STS Line Maintenance operates 43 line maintenance stations throughout the United States, Bahamas, United Kingdom and France.

At each of these stations, our team(s) offer a full range of support services, FAA / DER engineering assistance, AOG response teams and enhanced reliability through rapid response times. Skilled mechanics stand ready to handle RON maintenance, turnaround checks, non-routine discrepancy reports and ground equipment maintenance via scheduled or on-call action.

To learn more about STS Line Maintenance and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

Media Contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing at STS Aviation Group
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]

Podcast: Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Mick Adams On His MRO Career

Bryan Shaw

27 April 2022

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Categories: Employee Spotlight, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Aviation Services, STS New Main, STS News Grid

Hello, everyone. We have some exciting news to share.

“Congratulations” are in order for Mick Adams, STS Aviation Services‘ European CEO, for being given the “Lifetime Achievement Award” via Aviation Week at MRO Americas in Dallas yesterday morning.

For those who would like to learn more about Mick, his professional journey and his invaluable contributions to the global MRO industry, check out the podcast below!

Mick, we cannot think of anyone more deserving of this honor. On behalf of the entire STS Aviation Group family, cheers to you and all that you have done for our company, the UK Aviation industry and the global MRO industry at large. We are so very proud of you!

Thanks everyone, and have a great day.

STS Mod Center Receives FAA Diamond Award for Fourth Consecutive Year

Bryan Shaw

19 March 2021

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation Group Awards, STS Mod Center

Melbourne, Fla., March 19, 2021 – STS Mod Center, a global leader in aircraft maintenance and modification services, receives the FAA Diamond Award from the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration for its continued commitment to aircraft maintenance training and safety. This is the fourth year in a row STS Mod Center has received the award.

“The promotion of safety through regular and ongoing training is central to our company’s success,” says Mark Smith, Group President of STS Mod Center. “To receive this award means 100% participation from our entire staff, and that’s hundreds of people rallying around the company’s core cultural values and training methods year in and year out.”

In order to be considered for the award, STS Mod Center enrolled itself into the FAA FAAST program; a program designed to promote safer skies through the ongoing training and education of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. To receive the award, every touch labor specialist employed by STS Mod Center had to successfully complete the year-long program with ratings levels that exceeded the Federal Aviation Administration’s justifiably high standards.

“We fix, troubleshoot and modify aircraft for a living,” says David MacKinnon, Director of Quality and Compliance for STS Mod Center “That’s a responsibility and a privilege we take seriously. This award reflects that, and I’m proud of our team for rallying together and working hard to bring this award home for the fourth consecutive year. This accomplishment means a lot to us as an organization, but knowing that safety rests at the heart of everything we do means a great deal more to our customers and the people who depend on us to fly safely.”

If you would like to learn more about STS Mod Center or its parent company, STS Aviation Group, please visit: https://www.stsaviationgroup.com/

About STS Mod Center:

STS Mod Center operates out of a state-of-the-art hangar facility in Melbourne, Florida. The company is an MRO leader in avionics and structural aircraft repair and modification services. From major / minor aircraft repairs and modifications to complete in-flight connectivity packages, STS Mod Center delivers exceptional results for clients around the world.

Media Contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing at STS Technical Group
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]