Women In Aviation
Celebrating the Women Powering Aviation at Premier
From Curiosity to Career: Hannah Savard’s Path to Avionics
In celebration of Women’s History Month and Women in Aviation, we’re highlighting the talented women helping keep aircraft flying safely at Premier Private Jets’ Dayton MRO. One of those professionals is Avionics Technician Hannah Savard, whose journey into aviation shows how curiosity, determination, and the right opportunities can turn an interest into a career. Hannah has been with Premier for nine months and works as part of the avionics team, where she assists with everything from system installations to troubleshooting complex aircraft electrical systems.
Her path into aviation wasn’t always obvious. “When I was younger, I originally wanted to be a marine biologist,” Hannah says. “Then I thought about becoming a pilot like my grandpa who served in the Air Force, but the cost of training made that difficult.”Instead of giving up on aviation entirely, Hannah found another way into the industry.
She began exploring Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and eventually discovered aircraft maintenance through hands-on learning. What started as curiosity quickly turned into a passion for working on aircraft systems and solving technical problems.
Today, Hannah spends her days balancing long-term avionics installations with troubleshooting aircraft that arrive with unexpected issues. “A typical day can involve working on a major install that may stay in the hangar for weeks,” she explains, “while also handling aircraft that come in needing immediate troubleshooting. Like many technicians early in their careers, one of Hannah’s biggest challenges was building confidence in her skills. Over time, that confidence grew as her hard work and dedication were recognized by her team.
Now she encourages others—especially young people—to consider aviation maintenance as a career path. “My advice to anyone interested in becoming an aircraft mechanic is to look at your local career centers or colleges,” she says. “Many programs allow you to earn high school credits that transfer toward a college degree, or even begin working toward your maintenance license early.”
For Hannah, becoming a mechanic isn’t the end of the journey. It’s part of a larger plan. Working in aviation maintenance is helping her build the experience and resources she hopes will eventually allow her to pursue another dream—becoming a pilot.
Her story is a powerful example of how aviation offers multiple pathways into the industry, and how determination can turn an early interest into a rewarding career.
At Premier Private Jets’ Dayton MRO, professionals like Hannah are helping shape the future of aviation—one aircraft at a time.
From Second Choice to Career: Maci’s Path in Aviation Maintenance
At Premier Private Jets, our Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) team is built on precision, dedication, and a shared passion for aviation. Today, we’re proud to spotlight Maci, one of our four female mechanics that are part of a small but growing group helping shape the future of the industry.
Maci joined Premier about a year ago through a moment of perfect timing. While servicing an aircraft at our facility for a previous employer, she reconnected with a cousin who was already part of the Premier team. That chance encounter quickly turned into an opportunity—and a natural fit within our hangar.
Her journey into aviation started long before she ever stepped into an aircraft maintenance program. Growing up, Maci spent countless hours in the garage with her dad, developing a love for hands-on work and problem-solving. Initially planning to pursue welding, she enrolled in a tech school where aviation was her second-choice lab. It didn’t take long for that “second choice” to become her passion.
After years of dedication, Maci earned her Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license—an achievement she considers her proudest milestone. The process required intense focus, long hours, and a commitment to mastering both the technical and practical aspects of aircraft maintenance.
Today, Maci brings that same level of commitment to every aircraft she works on. From routine inspections to complex troubleshooting, she approaches each task with precision and pride. But beyond the technical side of the job, what stands out most to her is the team.
“The people here make all the difference,” she says. “You’re not just coming to work, you’re part of something.”
In an industry where women represent only a small percentage of certified mechanics, Maci’s presence is both impactful and inspiring. She represents the next generation of aviation professionals that are skilled, driven, and helping pave the way for others to follow.
At Premier, we’re proud to support and highlight the talented individuals who keep our aircraft flying safely and efficiently. Maci is a key part of that mission, and we’re excited to see where her career continues to take her.
Breaking Barriers in the Hangar: Meet Kayli
At PremierMRO, our maintenance team is built on precision, leadership, and a commitment to getting every job done right—and Kayli embodies all three.
Kayli’s path to PremierMRO began at a career fair, where she connected with Chief Inspector/Accountable Manager, Jim Brackman. At the time, she was already pursuing her Associate’s Degree in Aviation Technology and working toward her A&P license at Cincinnati State Community College. That introduction ultimately led her to join the Premier team, where she has continued to build on her skills and make an immediate impact in the hangar.
Kayli thrives where the work is most demanding. She specializes in heavy maintenance the kind of large-scale, high-impact projects that require both technical expertise and unwavering attention to detail. Engine changes, in particular, are where she excels.
For Kayli, the reward isn’t just completing the job, it’s the confidence that comes with knowing it was done right the first time.
Recently, she stepped into a leadership role on an engine change project, taking the lead from start to finish. It’s an accomplishment she points to with pride, not just because of the complexity of the work, but because of the responsibility and trust it represents.
In an industry where women make up only a small percentage of aviation maintenance technicians, Kayli is helping redefine expectations. Her presence in the hangar is a reminder that skill, precision, and leadership are not defined by gender, but by capability.
Her advice to other women considering a career in aviation is simple, direct, and powerful:
“Be confident in your abilities and know that you are just as good as the men around you.”
Kayli represents the next generation of aviation maintenance professionals, detail-driven, confident, and ready to take on the industry’s most demanding work. Whether she’s leading major projects or contributing to the daily operations of the hangar, her impact is clear.
At PremierMRO, we’re proud to have Kayli leading the way and setting the standard for what excellence in heavy maintenance looks
