Texan Aviation Group (TAG) is led by a team of exceptional aviation professionals, boasting a combined experience level of over 160 years and 25,000 flight hours. The team's expertise spans a wide variety of aviation operations, including: airline operations, celebrity transportation, corporate flight operations, FAA Part 135 operations, offshore helicopter support, emergency medical flight operations, flight training, and military tactical aviation. Our team’s flight experience ranges from the Aeronca Champ to the Boeing 747. This incredibly diverse experience base creates a powerhouse of expertise which allows us to approach challenges from multiple perspectives and develop comprehensive solutions. When it comes to flight operations & safety, aircraft maintenance, and managerial excellence, our team delivers industry-leading professionalism at every turn.
PRESIDENT
Mark is a highly accomplished aviation management professional with a career spanning more than 36 years. With a distinguished military background, Mark retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army, where he served honorably. After his military service, Mark transitioned to work in the offshore environment, starting as a pilot and quickly advancing into operations management. Mark oversaw the safe and efficient movement of over 50,000 offshore workers annually, leveraging his military experience to supervise more than 30 helicopters and 100 pilots. Mark's aviation experience is extensive, having flown a wide range of aircraft in both civilian and military operations totaling nearly 6,000 hours.
Mark currently works as a Boeing 747 training instructor for a major international cargo airline, where he continues to hone his skills and contribute to developing the next generation of industry aviators. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from the University of Souther Mississippi and a Master's Degree in International Relations from Troy University.
MAINTENANCE
Justin is a highly skilled maintenance manager with over 27 years of industry experience. Beginning his journey on the construction line for Learjets, Justin's extensive experience spans many aircraft including: Boeing 727, 737, 747, and 767 as well as McDonnell Douglas DC-8, DC-9, MD-80, and MD-90 airliners. Justin's proficiency in corporate aircraft maintenance is unparalleled, having maintained King Air, Learjet, Gulfstream, and Falcon aircraft. As an aircraft maintenance manager, Justin has served as Director of Maintenance and Operations in a major corporate flight department, where he skillfully managed multiple high-end corporate aircraft for a notable client organization.
As a multi-engine pilot and aircraft owner himself, Justin understands the complexities of not only aircraft maintenance, but also flight operations. Justin's impeccable attention to detail and superlative maintenance standards ensure TAG clients receive industry-leading proactive aircraft maintenance, enabling top-tier operational safety and aircraft availability.
jkeller@texanaviationgroup.com
FINANCE
Alex's professional background is impressive and diverse, encompassing both aviation and accounting disciplines. A graduate of Baylor University with a Bachelor's degree in accounting, Alex continued his studies at Southern Methodist University where he earned a Master's Degree in accounting. He subsequently pursued his passion for flying and quickly advanced to the position of helicopter flight instructor, eventually attaining the highly esteemed FAA-designated Gold Seal Flight Instructor designation. With a career shift to the oil and gas energy sector, Alex flew offshore for over three years, obtaining invaluable experience in over-water and inclement weather operations. Following his time offshore, Alex transitioned to the role of pilot for a prominent corporate flight department in Houston, TX where he serviced a prestigious clientele, including numerous celebrities and top-tier business executives.
Presently, Alex works as a pilot for a major US airline, as well as a part-time contract corporate pilot. Alex has logged over 4,400 flight hours in both helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.
akana@texanaviationgroup.com
Always working to keep you safe and ready to fly!