JULY 16, 2025
Metro Aviation is proud to announce the promotion of Chad Laviolette to Operational Control Center Manager.
Chad joined Metro Aviation two years ago as an Operational Control Center Specialist and has quickly proven himself as a trusted leader committed to safety, communication, and operational excellence. With over 30 years of combined military and aviation experience, Chad brings a wealth of operational knowledge and leadership to his new role.
A retired U.S. Army First Sergeant, Chad led large, diverse teams and coordinated statewide recruiting operations before transitioning into civil aviation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in professional aviation and has experience as a licensed pilot, aeronautical chart specialist, and OCC professional.
His proven ability to lead under pressure, his dedication to detail, and his unwavering focus on mission success make him an outstanding fit to lead our Operational Control Center.
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Metro Aviation is constantly growing our capabilities and expanding our reach. Metro holds more than 30 Supplemental type Certificates (STC) and completes about 35 aircraft each year for U.S. customers anf global clients.
