While Nate's many years in the aviation industry qualify him to manage the Monterey Jet Center, it is his hands-on experience that gives him the edge in understanding the special needs of a corporate flight crew. As a teenager, Nate worked line service at Galvin Flying Service, an FBO in Seattle, WA. Three years later he was promoted to line service manager. After working there an additional eight years, Nate then accepted the position of customer and line service manager for Clay Lacy Aviation, an FBO in Van Nuys, CA. He worked for Clay Lacy seven years before taking the opportunity to become General Manager at the Monterey Jet Center. Nate has a degree in business from the University of Washington and is a private instrument rated pilot who has logged over 1200 hours.
Michael Heilpern
Operations Manager
Michael worked with Nate at Galvin Flying Service. Before moving to Galvin in 1985, he worked for Renton Aviation in Washington State handling their floatplanes. Michael recently celebrated his tenth anniversary with the Monterey Jet Center. He also has been recognized as one of the top line service managers in the US. Like all people who work around airplanes, Michael has a particular favorite: War Birds.
Russell Lockwood
Customer Service Manager
Russell came to us following his years as branch manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car at the Monterey Airport. As a Monterey county native, Russell has extensive knowledge of the area and is glad to offer his personal recommendations for dining, entertainment, and accommodations. He has a degree in business from the University of Hawaii, where he also competed in the nationally ranked men’s volleyball program. Russell is passionate about golf and loves to assist visitors in selecting the perfect course. He is also delighted to join customers on the links, so if you’d like a partner, don’t hesitate to ask!
