Helicopter Express employs the finest personnel in the industry. Each of our pilots averages approximately 3000 hours of flight time and our mechanics are all factory trained dedicated professionals many with 20 plus years of experience. Leading the way, our management team is backed by years of diverse experience in the helicopter industry.

President: Scott Runyan
Scott has been involved in the helicopter business as a pilot, owner, and operator for over 25 years. By meeting the needs of our customers and providing them with professional service, we have quickly grown to one of the largest operators of fire suppression helicopters.

General Manager: Richie Kittrell
Richie has years of experience in the helicopter industry as a pilot and a manager. Richie has logged over 5000 hours of flight time around the country and has worked in the aviation industry for nearly 20 years. Under Richie's leadership, Helicopter Express has been able to grow without compromising safety or service to our clients.

Director of Maintenance: Pete Morris
Pete comes to Helicopter Express from Crescent Helicopters in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Pete is an extremely experienced A&P mechanic and has been working in the aviation industry since 1976. Pete has gained extensive work in the field on helicopters making him a true asset to the company. Pete is known as one of the best mechanics in the helicopter industry.

Director of Operations: Ron Lohmeir
Ron Lohmeir has been working in the aviation industry for nearly 30 years. Ron is responsible for the day to day operations of the company. Ron makes sure that all FAA requirements are met and brings knowledge and experience to the company that is unsurpassed in the industry.

Chief Pilot: Jon Bourke
Jon has worked all over the world as a helicopter pilot. Jon works with the FAA as well as the USFS to ensure all of our pilots meet the high demands set forth by the FAA and Forest Service. Jon has logged well over 8000 hours of flight time in both helicopter and fixed wing aircraft.