Meet the Steel Team

WE VALUE OUR CUSTOMERS.

SEE WHAT MAKES STEEL DIFFERENT

Whatever it takes. That is the Team Steel attitude. Not everyone makes it here. We want ROCKSTARS; the best in the business. Our employees are capable, competent, and caring. Below you will find our "hired guns".

Sales & Finance

Jaime

Jaime Steel-Potter

President

937-216-7586
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Jaime Steel-Potter

Jaime Steel-Potter

President

If you are looking to sell your aircraft, look to Jaime Steel. Jaime’s knowledge of the market, coupled with her in-depth knowledge of avionics and keen business sense, provide her with the ability to price your plane appropriately, so that it sells quickly and at a price where both parties are satisfied.

Jaime is the top reseller in the world for used Cirrus aircraft. To date, she has closed over 2700 used Cirrus. NO ONE has more experience in the preowned Cirrus market. Jaime knows and understands the market for most manufacturers, but absolutely loves the Cirrus product. She owns her own Cirrus, and has created quite a niche for herself with Cirrus Aircraft.

Jaime enjoys the outdoors, animals, restoring homes, fishing, cars, and spending time in and on the water. She and her husband, Danny, have two little girls - Tenley Danielle and Miley Chevelle. They enjoy the freedom that flying provides to them and often travel. They live on a farm complete with chickens! During her off time, you can find her coaching softball or soccer with her girls, or helping young business owners grow their businesses. In 2012, she and Danny bought an airport and stopped a lawsuit to close it - saving it for future generations to enjoy.

Danny

Danny Potter

Vice-President

937-205-3512
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Danny Potter

Danny Potter

Vice President

Danny joined Steel Aviation in late 2005. Coming from the construction industry, Danny has a unique perspective on customer service. Danny is also an active Pilot. He has completed his private, instrument, multi, and commercial ratings.

He also earned his A&P license and has served as Steel Aviation's Director of Maintenance. In 2020, Danny has moved to direct our refurbishment center and our avionics department. He is an avionics nerd and happy to help with your new panel design or questions you have about the latest greatest technology.

Danny enjoys wrestling, mixed martial arts, ATV racing, and working on his muscle car collection. Danny married Jaime in 2005 in the Caribbean. The couple has two little girls - Tenley and Miley. They often spend summers at the lake, jet skiing with their parents. Danny was able to purchase and save a local airport from closing; he considers this one of his most significant accomplishments.

Megan

Megan Strader

Financial Specialist

937-703-3872
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Megan Strader

Megan Strader

Financial Specialist

Megan will work with you in conjunction with Steel's exclusive lenders to collect all required information. Her goal is simple: To get you approved for the aircraft purchase of your dreams! As your Financial Specialist, Megan will devote herself to ensure an efficient, effortless and fun process. Allow Megan to be your copilot throughout the financial process!

Megan grew up in Troy, Ohio. After graduating, she initially pursued a career in real estate and obtained her real estate license. While real estate is still a major passion of hers in all things design and flipping, her true passion lies in aviation, and her love for helping customers in the aviation community!

Megan recently built a home outside of Dayton, OH. She loves to travel, go on new adventures and put herself in new experiences by trying new things. One of her favorite pastimes is exploring local markets and discovering unique treasures. Whether it's browsing fresh produce, handmade crafts, or artisanal goods, she loves the sights, sounds, and flavors of the market scene. You can also catch her by the pool side on a nice sunny day!

Pam

Pam Cooksey

Financial Specialist

330-807-2085
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Pam Cooksey

Pam Cooksey

Financial Specialist

Pamela Cooksey brings with her 35 years of experience and was notably featured in American Banker Magazine in 1996, as one of only a few women leaders in the aviation finance industry. Her career began in 1989 at the Central Trust Company in Canton, Ohio, where she focused on small piston aircraft financing.

In 1996, she joined forces with FirstMerit Bank in Akron, Ohio, where she helped start the first Aircraft Finance Department for the bank. In that role, she was instrumental in growing and managing the bank’s aircraft portfolio to more than $250 million. Cooksey worked at Scope Aircraft Finance in Columbus, Ohio, after leaving FirstMerit Bank, where she specialized in financing high-performance aircraft, turboprops, and light jets for owner pilots.

She also worked for AOPA Finance in Frederick, MD. and JetLoan Capital in Stuart, FL. Throughout her career, she has built an impressive network of dealers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and clients. Cooksey will work from her home in Louisville, Ohio, where she resides with her husband, Kim. They also have a son and two granddaughters.

Justin

Justin Anderson

Sales Associate / ATP / CFI-I / MEI

859-380-5791
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Justin Anderson

Justin Anderson

Sales Associate / ATP / CFI-I / MEI

Justin brings over 20 years and more than 10K flying hours of aviation experience to Steel Aviation. Justin is currently an Airbus A330 pilot for Delta Air Lines. He previously served as the lead check pilot / head of flight standards on the Citation Excel Fleet for Delta Private Jets. His roots, however, are in flight instruction and general aviation. He continues as an active CSIP with over 5500 hours of dual given and over 3500 hours in various Cirrus SR-series aircraft. He is also a high-time Diamond instructor pilot on the full model lineup. He is an FAA Gold Seal Instructor and multi-time NAFI Master Instructor award recipient.

Justin joined our team as a ferry and instructor pilot over 15 years ago and has been part of the Steel Aviation sales team since 2020. He brings a strong safety culture and highly technical background into his work for us. Justin prides himself on producing value for his clients from initial consultation to closing and well beyond.

Justin enjoys his free time with his wife and their 4 children. A former collegiate ski racer, Justin can be found on the slopes in the winter. He and his family also enjoy the outdoors by hiking and swimming. They love flying with dad and love taking short vacations. They like to frequent Disney, the mountains, the beach, and have become newfound lovers of a good cruise.

Mark Wages

Mark Wages

Sales Associate

336-414-3668
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Mark Wages

Mark Wages

Sales Associate

Mark is a former Cirrus Factory Instructor and is a current Platinum Cirrus Standardized Instructor, CFI, CFII, commercial, and multi-rated pilot with over 5000 flight hours. For the last 9 years, Mark has specialized in providing Cirrus training and aircraft acquisition on three continents and 9 countries.

Mark started flying in 2000 at the University of North Dakota and continues to be heavily involved in the aviation industry since graduating. He also brings years of Real Estate negotiating to the table. The unique combination of aviation knowledge and extensive sales experience will ensure you have a high quality, low stress aircraft transaction.

John

John Hornbrook

Sales / CFI

937-336-1391
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John Hornbrook

John Hornbrook

Sales / CFI

John is a Commercial Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor. He grew up in Eaton, Ohio and graduated from Eaton High School in 2010. After graduating he joined the Army National Guard and deployed from 2012 until 2013. After his time in the military he worked with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office until he made the decision to become a pilot. John enjoys going to museums, spending time with family and travelling with his wife and four children.

Mark Bassette

Mark Bessette

Sales Associate

603-553-2321
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Mark Bessette

Mark Bessette

Sale Associate

Mark brings over 30 years of experience in the Corporate and Private Jet industry, specializing in Bombardier Global Express aircraft for the past 23 years. He has provided worldwide operations for clients, including former U.S. Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton.

Mark first became a client of Steel Aviation in 2017, purchasing a Cirrus SR20 and later upgrading to an SR22. He now resides in Santa Monica with his family. His aviation journey began in 1993 with flight training at Burbank Airport.

Raised in northwestern Pennsylvania, Mark's passion for aviation was inspired by his grandfather. Having lived across the U.S. and briefly in Paris, Mark is focused on his family, including two daughters and a son in Los Angeles. Outside of aviation, he enjoys boats, cars, and motorcycles. Mark is eager to help clients find the right aircraft for their needs and passions.

Maintenance, Paint, And Interior

Katie

Katie Lake

Director of Operations / Mechanic

937-332-7587
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Katie Lake

Katie Lake

Director of Operations / Mechanic

Katie grew up and currently lives in Brookville, Ohio. She attended Miami Valley Career Technology Center junior and senior year of high school. Graduating in 2017 she finished with A&P. Katie learned how to fly Philipsburg achieving her private pilots license in May of 2018, and is currently working on a four year degree in Sinclairs Professional Pilot Program. She has her instrument rating, commercial license, and is in the process of obtaining her multi. Her next steps are to achieve her CFI and CFII rating.

In her time off you can find Katie flying, spending time at the lake and outdoors, fishing, hiking, and snowboarding.

shane

Shane Dunlavy

Detail Specialist

937-332-7587
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Shane Dunlavy

Shane Dunlavy

Detail Specialist

Shane manages the paint shop here at Steel Aviation - Coordinating employees and ensuring the perfect finish on every aircraft that leaves our facility.

Shane grew up in Casstown, Ohio, and has always been involved with painting aircraft and aviation in general. This is due to Shane’s father and grandfather, who were both pilots that also owned an aircraft paint and upholstery shop.

Shane now lives in Troy, Ohio, with his wife, Tricia, their 5 children, and their Bernese Mountain dog, Cash. When Shane is not working on aircraft, you can find him enjoying life elsewhere. Some hobbies include working on cars, hot rods, motorcycles, drag racing, fishing, and being outdoors. He’s excited for the future and to see his family grow!

Echota

Echota Henderson

Interior / Mechanic

937-332-7587
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Echota Henderson

Echota Henderson

Interior / Mechanic

Echota grew up in Dayton, Ohio. He joined Steel Aviation in 2016 and earned his A&P license in 2018. He has been factory trained at Continental Engines specializing in the overhaul and maintenance of Cirrus aircraft. Echota also works on all interior, exterior, and cosmetic work, such as our very own Steel Editions.

In his off time Echota and his wife, Julie, enjoy Jeeping, hiking, charity work, and sports, specifically volleyball and baseball.

Jerry

Jerry Grimm

Paint Shop Manager

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Jerry Grimm

Jerry Grimm

Paint Shop Manager

After over 20 years of auto body and paint experience Jerry joined Team Steel as a painter and is now our paint shop manager.

Jerry and his wife, Laura, met and raised their four children in Springfield. Several years ago the family discovered a love for Great Danes and decided to expand their journey from dog owners to breeders. Jerry has always loved riding dirt bikes and ATVs. He has enjoyed passing this hobby down to his children and now grandchildren as well.

Jeff

Jeff Pleiman

IA Inspector

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Jeff Pleiman

Jeff Pleiman

IA Inspector

Jeff joined the Steel team in 2020. He has A&P, IA, and private pilot training. As well as being Cirrus factory trained in 2018. Jeff is married with three children. He enjoys traveling with family to adventures such as camping, canoeing, hiking, whitewater rafting across America.

Dave

Dave Satterfield

Painter

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Dave Satterfield

Dave Satterfield

Painter

Dave grew up in Dayton Ohio, and has always been passionate about working on cars and motorcycles. We are fortunate that he brought his skills to the aviation industry in 2014. David has an uncanny ability to restore planes to a better than new condition. Dave is a true outdoorsman and family man, and you’re likely to find him on adventures with his fiancé and 2 daughters, at a concert, sporting event, or out riding his motorcycle.

Evan

Evan Hager

Painter

937-332-7587

Alex

Alex Wooten

A&P / Engines

937-332-7587

Hudson

Hudson Fasnacht

A&P

937-332-7587

Airport Operations

Scott

Scott Rush

Airport Operations Manager

937-332-7587

RJ

RJ Sullivan

Assistant

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RJ

RJ

Assistant

RJ just recently joined Steel Aviation. He is just now getting into the Avionics world. RJ enjoys flying, golfing, and fishing. He is also a full time student at Check 6 Air. His main goal is to achieve a ATP certificate.

Mayson

Mayson Vanhoose

Operations Assistant

937-332-7587

Design And Media

Huynh

Huynh Le

Graphic Designer

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Huynh Le

Huynh Le

Graphic Designer

Huynh is an expert in design. He enjoys being creative and solving problems through design. He was born in Vietnam and moved to the United States when he was 11 years old. He's also a foodie, everytime he travels somewhere, he is always on a mission to find delicious and unique food that the place has to offer.

Matt

Matt Smith

Media Specialist

813-340-4812
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Matt Smith

Matt Smith

Media Specialist

Matt has an enthusiasm for creativity, and loves turning everyday life into art. Matt was born in the Dayton area, and after two decades in Florida, has returned to his roots. In his spare time, he loves travel, being outdoors, and live music. He also enjoys working in his community.

Flight Training

Mackenzie

Mackenzie Kreinbrink

CFIS - Check6Air

419-607-3392
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Jeremy Strader

Mackensie Kreinbrink

CFIS - Check6Air

Mackenzie is originally from Toledo, Ohio. After graduating high school, she enlisted in the Ohio Air National Guard (Toledo 180th Fighter Wing) and worked in the F-16 avionics shop.

Throughout this time in the military, Mackenzie attended Bowling Green State University where she received all her ratings and became a CFI. She instructed at the Bowling Green Flight Center for one year before moving to Dayton and instructing at Check6Air. Mackenzie is eager to teach and ready to share her passion for aviation and safety!

Jeremy

Jeremy Strader

CFIS - Check6Air

937-510-1524
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Jeremy Strader

Jeremy Strader

CFIS - Check6Air

Jeremy is originally from Dayton, Ohio. After graduating high school, he went to Sinclair College to begin his private pilot course. Once he received his PPL rating he started at Bowling Green University where he obtained the rest of his ratings along with a Bachelor in Flight Technologies and Operations.

After Graduating from BGSU, he went to Midwest Corporate Air to complete his CFI and CFII ratings. Jeremy is excited to share his passion of aviation with his students! Outside of flying Jeremy enjoys photography, working out, and hanging out with friends and family.

Josh

Josh Strader

CFIS - Check6Air

937-884-9795
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Jeremy Strader

Josh Strader

CFIS - Check6Air

Josh is a Dayton native with a passion for aviation. Whether you are looking to learn to fly, add a certificate, or complete a flight review, he can assist. Josh is a CFI, CFII, and A&P who takes great pride in helping students become safe and competent pilots.

In 2019, Josh earned his Private Pilot License right here at the Phillispburg Airport. After graduating from Miami Valley Career Technology Center with his A&P and Associate Degree, he went on to Bowling Green State University to earn a Bachelor of Science and work on the rest of his ratings. In his free time, Josh enjoys hanging out with friends, working out, and being outdoors.