Bergstrom Aircraft

Bergstrom Aircraft from the air, circa 2004.

A Word from Our Customers...

Kudos to Curtis!

Our aircraft was parked on the ramp for an overnight and early morning departure, and Curtis' sharp eye noted hydraulic fluid leaking under the gear. His immediate notification to us enabled us to get another company airplane out early the next morning and stay on schedule. This professional action is much appreciated.

Thanks again, Curtis!

Dick Williams
Chief Pilot
ConagraFoods, Inc.
Boise, ID

Introductory Flight Lesson only $79!

Listen to KXRX’s Scotty “Bunz of Steele” Intro Flight experience…..and then try one yourself!

DOE Presents Award of Excellence to Karl Bergstrom

June 19th, 2009 – Mr. Bob Hannigan, Chief Pilot for Pacific Northwest National Lab (PNNL) presented Karl Bergstrom an Award of Excellence from the Department of Energy (DOE).

This award recognizes over fifteen years of accident-free maintenance activities performed by Bergstrom Aircraft.

The award is signed by Mr. Robert G. Jenkins, Director, Office of Aviation Management.

Upcoming Events

March 13,2010

"Staying Alive in the Dark! Night Flying Preparation and Light Sport Aircraft Maintenance"

Saturday, March 13, 2010, starting at 8:00 am. CWU Aviation Professor Dale Wilson and Chief Flight Instructor Andy McIrvin will discuss techniques to prepare for night flying and avoiding a ground incursion.  Mike Robertson, FAA Inspector, will discuss maintaining Light Sport Aircraft. Attend and earn credit in the FAA WINGS - Pilot Proficiency Program.

 For more information contact:

Andy McIrvin
Phone: 509-962-7858 
am.midstateaviation@fairpoint.net

This event is taking place at:
 Midstate Aviation
1101 Bowers Road
Ellensburg, WA 98926

March 14, 2010    

Daylight Savings 

Don’t forget to change your clocks—1 hour ahead.  Now that the days are longer take advantage of the beautiful blue skies!

March 17, 2010

St.  Patrick’s Day

 The luck of the Irish is with you; today is the best day of the year to fly.

March 18, 2010 6:30pm

Runway Safety 

The Office of Runway Safety, Northwest Region is having Runway Safety Action Team Meetings with the Pasco Airport on March 18th at 6:30pm. They will meet with pilots in the evening for an informative presentation on Runway Safety and give aviators a chance to talk with the ATC controllers and regional managers from Safety Assurance and the Runway Safety Office. WINGS credit will be offered from the FAA Safety Team.

This event will take place at Bergstrom Aircraft and will take the place of our March Washington Pilots Association meeting.

March 20, 2010

First Day of Spring

Spring is here, flowers are blooming, and the sun is here to stay! What a wonderful time of year to get outside and take in the beautiful sights from the sky. Call the office to schedule your plane today!

March 30, 2010

Instrument Ground School Graduation

Congratulations Grads! We are so proud of you and your impressive accomplishment.  Please bring your family and friends and help us celebrate! 

Saturday May 15, 2010

LEARN TO FLY OPEN HOUSE – 2 events in 1 day!

Bergstrom Aircraft, Inc. General Aviation Ramp
4102 N. Stearman Ave. Tri-Cities Airport 
Pasco , WA 99301

Times: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 509-547-6271

Admission: Free

Take an Introductory Flight Lesson, talk to flight instructors, pick up a free Starter Kit!  Mini ground school sessions,  aircraft on display, and BBQ lunch.

Everyone welcome! Come out to the Tri-Cities airport and begin the adventure. 

Introductory flights just $79!  Scenic flights only $99!

May 15, 2010

PASCO FLY-IN! 

A Southeastern Washington State's Aviation Celebration!  Everyone is welcome.  Free Admission! Calling all pilots!  Fly in your Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft, Mooney, Light Sport, Experimental, Antique, Tailwheel, Bi-Plane, and anything else that flies!

Join us May 15th, 2010 at the Tri-Cities Airport, Pasco WA. (KPSC) 

• Come see the many amazing aircraft on display
• Take an Introductory Flight Lesson, or see the Columbia Valley from a Scenic Flight Tour
• Attend an aviation seminar and hear from industry guest speakers 
• Talk with pilots and flight instructors and get a Free Learn to Fly Starter Kit!
• Check out a Mini-Ground School
• Vote for your favorite airplane to win the "People's Choice" award
• Learn about the latest in aviation products, avionics, and more!
• BBQ lunch   

Bergstrom Aircraft Awarded "Aviation Safety Excellence Award" by Phoenix Aviation Managers

Bergstrom Aircraft, Inc. has been awarded the Aviation Safety Excellence Award from Phoenix Aviation Managers.  This award recognizes Bergstrom Aircraft for its outstanding safety record and continuing commitment to safely provide the best service to all customers and protect our employees.   Phoenix Aviation Managers conducts numerous safety audits annually, but only a few select FBOs are recognized for their excellence.  Malin Bergstrom accepted the award on behalf of all the staff at Bergstrom’s.  “Aviation safety is first and foremost in everything we do.  Our company was founded on this principle by Karl Bergstrom in 1971 and we work hard everyday to uphold this tradition of safety and excellence.  It’s with great honor that we accept this award”

Bergstrom Aircraft Inc. is the Full-Service FBO at the Tri-Cities Airport, Pasco WA.  Providing excellence in service thru our Flight School, Aircraft Rental Fleet, Fueling Service, Maintenance Shop, Corporate Flight Support and General Aviation Terminal. 

Jordan Steele... a Pilot?

Take a look at the two-part video of Jordan Steele learning to fly.

• Part 1 (video)
• Part 2 (video)

Read the full story over at KEPRtv.com!

2008 GEM Award Winners!

Congratulation to Cassie, Tim and Amber! 

We are so proud of our team at Bergstrom’s!  Because of their outstanding customer service, they have been selected by our customers as the 2008 ExxonMobil GEM Award recipients.  This nationwide program allows pilots, flight crew, and dispatchers to cast ballots highlighting the FBO employees that provide exceptional customer service. 

 Please join us in congratulating these three great individuals and stop in, say "Hi" and experience our wonderful service firsthand.

Bergstrom Aircraft Presents Live ATC

11/26/2008: The "Listen Now" link below has been fixed and will now automatically open Windows Media Player and begin playing local aviation frequencies on your computer as the pilots and controllers key their mikes!

It's a great way to get your aviation "fix" while you're stuck behind a desk at work.

More information, including covered frequencies is available here...

LISTEN NOW

Bergstrom Aircraft is Pet Friendly!

Bergstrom Aircraft is Pet Friendly! Just ask Widgeon, Pilot in Command of the Sky King Pedal Plane.

Our front desk staff would be happy to make a fuss over your four legged flying companions.

(Photo courtesy of "The Albatros Lady." )

AVweb FBO of the Week

AVweb's "FBO of the Week" ribbon goes to Bergstrom Aircraft at KPSC in Pasco, Wash.

AVweb reader Richard Ciccone says the FBO blends old-fashioned service with modern facilities.

"It's easy to see why Bergstom Aircraft has been Central Washington's foremost full service FBO for 35 years. They offer a highly regarded maintenance facility, as well as efficient and friendly office and line staff that supports an extended and loyal customer base. A consistent population of primary and advanced students is also supported by a dedicated staff of professionals in a very modern facility. This family's strong commitment the aviation community is reflected in everything they do, everyday."

Reminder

Flight students, please bring proof of citizenship (birth certificate with picture ID or passport) to your first flight lesson.

This is a TSA rule that applies to anyone beginning primary training or any additional rating.

For more information, see www.aopa.org/tsa_rule

Services

• Full Service Aviation Company
• FAR Part 61 Flight School
• Aircraft Rentals
• 24 / 7 Charter Flight Service
• 100 LL / Jet A Fuel
• Maintenance Shop
• Pilot Supplies

FBO of the Year

Bergstrom Aircraft was awarded "FBO of the Year" by the Washington State Dept. of Aviation in 2003.