About Us

Phoenix Global Aviation Services is a US-registered corporation offering services in professional consulting, aircraft & component repair, performance-based logistics (PBL), pilot & maintainer training, field support, aircraft modifications & upgrades, and maintenance management for various military aircraft platforms.

With over 40 years of combined aircraft maintenance and operational experience on a variety of civilian and military aircraft, we’ve developed the passion and know-how to keep your aircraft flying safely and efficiently.

  • Amanda Parsons (Mandy)

    PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)

    An FAA-certified commercial pilot, flight instructor, and aircraft mechanic with over 18 years of experience in the commercial aviation industry. Mandy is also certified to teach English as a foreign language and specializes in civilian flight training, curriculum development, and customer support with experience in flight manual development, performance-based logistics, and export control. In addition to her career experience, Mandy also has multiple degrees from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University including an AS in Aviation Maintenance Science, a BS in Aeronautical Science & Flight, and a MS in Aeronautical Science, Safety, & Adult Education.

  • Richard Gragido (Rick)

    VICE PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR OF AFTERMARKET SUPPORT

    A United States Air Force veteran and FAA-certified aircraft mechanic with over 22 years of experience working with military aircraft. Rick specializes in aircraft maintenance and aftermarket support with experience in logistics, maintenance manual development, aircraft delivery, contract negotiations, aircraft depot development & certification, and maintenance management. In addition to his career experience, Rick also has multiple university degrees including an AS in Business Management, an AS in Aviation Maintenence Management, and a BS in Aviation Maintenance Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.