Malibu's Key Staff
Below are some of the key staff members that make up the amazing team at Malibu Aerospace.
Ketti Menne
President
Email: kmenne@malibuaerospace.com
Ketti is co-founder and President of Malibu Aerospace. Ketti is a 2000 graduate of the University of Minnesota and has been a teacher and an HR professional, but has a new found love for aircraft. As Malibu Aerospace's President, Ketti is commited to ensuring that we provide products and a level of service that are of the best quality, efficiency and safety.
Chad Menne
Sales and Engineering
Email: cwmenne@malibuaerospace.com
Chad is Vice President of New Product Development for Malibu Aerospace as well as serves as program manager, design engineer, experimental test pilot and has over 7000 logged hours with over 6000 hours in the Malibu, Mirage, Meridian and JetPROP.
Given his extensive background in the PA46, Chad has been able to identify areas that need improvement and, with the help of the Malibu Aerospace staff, design many improvements for aircraft safety and performance. These improvements range from engine cooling, vacuum system, electrical system and cabin electronics, to composite propellers, FADEC engines and integrated EFIS avionics.
With unconventional application of outside-the-industry concepts and tools, Chad and his team's innovations within the aircraft industry are the up and coming ideas of the future. Chad is very excited to answer any questions you have regarding the PA46, or how we can help you with your special aircraft design project.
Dan Degnan
Drafting Manager
Email: ddegnan@malibuaerospace.com
Dan has over 13 years experience in drafting, design, and project management, using various computer modeling and management program tools. Dan is Malibu Aerospace's drafting manager and specializes in the latest Solidworks, CadKey and Autocad programs.
Kevin Olson
Corporate Flight Operations/Test Pilot
Email: kpolson@malibuaerospace.com
Kevin serves as a test pilot for Malibu Aerospace and in our corporate flight operations, flying our Malibu, Mirage and JetProp. Kevin also provides project management support, with a focus on document preparation and planning. Kevin has over 5000 flight hours, is a Certified Flight Instructor, NAFI Master Instructor, FAA Gold Seal Instructor and an active Cirrus Standardized Instructor. Kevin also provides training in Malibu and Mirage aircraft.
Prior to his career as a professional pilot, Kevin spent more than 20 years as a manager in a highly customer oriented business. That experience taught him the importance of providing a quality product and consistent customer service. In addition to his work at Malibu Aerospace, Kevin provides flight instruction services to local pilots through his company Centerline Flight LLC.
Tom Leppke-Hennig
Electrical Design
Email: thennig@malibuaerospace.com
Tom spent five years in production and 12 years in the Engineering Department at a computer hardware repair company before joining the team at Malibu Aerospace in June of 2006. Tom leads our electrical design and test programs and is proficient in using AutoCad for electrical system schematics.
Tom has a Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from the Milwaukee School of Engineering and is an instrument rated commercial pilot. Tom is currently working on his flight instructor certificate.
Mark Anderson
Repair & Installation Services
Email: manderson@malibuaerospce.com
Mark is the newest member of the Malibu Aerospace team as of September 2008. He has over 20 years in management within the auto industry and is an aircraft mechanic that specializes in interior removal & installation, window replacements, antenna and engine installations. Mark prides himself in great attention to detail and customer service.
Our DERs and DARs
Malibu Aerospace contracts with a number of very experienced FAA DERs (Designated Engineering Representatives) to meet the needs of each project. This helps us complete projects with great efficiency and quality.
