Meet Blue Airways
Meet Blue Airways
When flying Blue, you’ll get to know the faces taking care of you and your aircraft. You’ll discover that we are an experienced, professional group, willing to go above and beyond to meet your needs.
Chief Executive Officer
Tom Blue
knows the business from both sides of the wrench. As the chief mechanic, he has more than 30 years of experience with Cessna Citations. He’s also an authorized FAA Inspector, and a fixed-wing and commercial helicopter pilot. When he’s not up in the skies, you may find him spending time with his grandchildren, horseback riding at
Tom Blue
knows the business from both sides of the wrench. As the chief mechanic, he has more than 30 years of experience with Cessna Citations. He’s also an authorized FAA Inspector, and a fixed-wing and commercial helicopter pilot. When he’s not up in the skies, you may find him spending time with his grandchildren, horseback riding at the Ranch or bailing hay. Tom is an accomplished archer, fisherman and hunter. He loves working with his hands to restore planes, cars, tractors and horse wagons (buckboards).
Chief Operating Officer
Sam Blue
is a commercial fixed-wing pilot with experience in a wide range of airplanes, from an Extra 300L to Citation jets. He’s also a Multiengine/Instrument Certified Flight Instructor. Sam covers the day-to-day business operations, along with the sales and acquisitions for customers buying or selling planes. If he’s not at the airport
Sam Blue
is a commercial fixed-wing pilot with experience in a wide range of airplanes, from an Extra 300L to Citation jets. He’s also a Multiengine/Instrument Certified Flight Instructor. Sam covers the day-to-day business operations, along with the sales and acquisitions for customers buying or selling planes. If he’s not at the airport, you’ll likely find him at the local drag strip or on the Mississippi River with his family.
Director of Maintenance
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Brian Alcorn
joined Blue Airways in 2022 as the Director of Maintenance. Over the last 30 years, he has accumulated a diverse range of aviation experiences, holding his private pilot certifications, A&P/IA, and a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics, with a double minor in Aviation Safety and in Leadership. He spent four years in the Marine
Brian Alcorn
joined Blue Airways in 2022 as the Director of Maintenance. Over the last 30 years, he has accumulated a diverse range of aviation experiences, holding his private pilot certifications, A&P/IA, and a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics, with a double minor in Aviation Safety and in Leadership. He spent four years in the Marine Corps working on AV8B's (Harriers) and moved into the private and corporate aviation sectors. Brian has been in several positions including Sheet Metal, Lead A&P, Inspector, Methods Engineer, Functional Test Engineer, Customer Support Engineer and Director of Maintenance. When Brian is not at the airport he enjoys being outdoors, remodeling homes, hunting and spending time with family and friends.
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Brandon Donker
has been a part of the Blue Airways Team since 2026 and has been involved with aviation since 2000. He has over 20 years of experience on piston and turboprop aircraft. Brandon enjoys a wide genre of music to the point that some would describe it as an obsession. He loves spending time with his 4 kids and enjoys online gaming.
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Rick Walter
has been a part of the Blue Airways Team since 2013 and has been involved with the Red Wing Airport for more than a decade. He conducts troubleshooting, repair, and routine corporate and private aircraft maintenance. Rick has more than 44 years of aviation experience, ranging from heavy airliners to small single-engine aircraft. Rick enjoys time with his family and being outdoors.
Line Service and Maintenance
Parts and Assistance Coordinator
Line Service and Maintenance
Arlen Westin
came to Blue Airways in the fall of 2013 with an auto mechanic and building maintenance background. When he's not tending to your fueling needs, you'll find him cleaning and repairing our equipment, terminal and hangars. At home, Arlen loves to ride the local river bluff country with his wife on their Victory motorcycle. He a
Arlen Westin
came to Blue Airways in the fall of 2013 with an auto mechanic and building maintenance background. When he's not tending to your fueling needs, you'll find him cleaning and repairing our equipment, terminal and hangars. At home, Arlen loves to ride the local river bluff country with his wife on their Victory motorcycle. He also loves camping with his children and grandchildren at local state parks.
Line Service and Maintenance
Parts and Assistance Coordinator
Line Service and Maintenance
Tyler Schuttloffel
joined the Blue Airways team in 2026.
Parts and Assistance Coordinator
Parts and Assistance Coordinator
Parts and Assistance Coordinator
Angela Brzeczek
joined the Blue Airways team in 2026. Coming from a construction background and various different jobs, she is excited to take her background and help streamline our processes for the customer. Angela enjoys spending time with friends and family and has a gift for crafting and creating things from scratch.
Avionics Technician
Avionics Technician
Parts and Assistance Coordinator
Jon Knighten
joined the Blue Airways team in 2026. He started his career in the US Army in 2007 where he built an appreciation for the seriousness of aviation, working on CH47 and UH60 helicopters, and the drive to do things right the first time. Jon enjoys spending time with his family, and when he finds the time, play video games and watch movies.
Avionics Technician
Avionics Technician
Avionics Technician
Joshua Wyatt
joined the Blue Airways team in 2026. He is an avionics technician with experience in both certified and experimental aircraft, panel layout, and CAD design. Josh is a 20-year commercial pilot, award-winning aircraft builder, and has flown to 49 states and 3 countries. He is a choral musician, hobby farmer, and dabbles in construction with a focus on sustainable design.
Avionics Technician
Avionics Technician
Avionics Technician
Cody Bauernfeind
joined the Blue Airways team in 2026. He started his career in aviation in 2016 with the US Air Force working on C-17 Globemaster in Anchorage, AK. Moving on to flight simulator technician and the world of all things electrical, where he is excited to continue to work in the aviation industry. Cody has lived in WI most of
Cody Bauernfeind
joined the Blue Airways team in 2026. He started his career in aviation in 2016 with the US Air Force working on C-17 Globemaster in Anchorage, AK. Moving on to flight simulator technician and the world of all things electrical, where he is excited to continue to work in the aviation industry. Cody has lived in WI most of his life and enjoys shooting, playing video games and racing RC cars.
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