​​​​​Proud Manufacturer of the Lightning Line of Aircraft
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Exclusive US Distributor of Jabiru Engines and support                 

Mike - Shop Tech 


Mike works just about everywhere around the shop and has been with Arion since 2006. Build assist, rebuilds, SLSA production, he does it all. Mike is a Ford guy and earned the name "Moostang Mike" as his pride and joy is a 1970 numbers matching Mach 1. 

Ronnie - Production Center Lead, A&P Mechanic. 


Ronnie has been around Jabiru engines and aircraft for along time. Originally with Jabiru USA and coming on board with us in 2018. He is our Lead in the production center, however being an A&P with many years of jab experience does plenty of annuals and engine work as well. 

Cindy- ​Parts Department


Cindy takes care of everything parts at Arion. Orders, receiving, shipping, you name it she's got it covered. You always know what time of year it is as her office decor is set according. At home she has several fur babies that keep her busy. 

Nick-Shop Tech 

Joined our Team january of 2024. He is an excellent craftsman and brillaint fabricator. Nick can be found at the local road course racing his sport bike or flying RC aircraft at our local club. 


Linda  - Office Manager


Linda is the office Manager here at Arion Aircraft.  Linda has many years of experience in office management, if anyone knows what is really going on ask Linda. One the weekends you will find her rooting for Auburn, she is a huge college football aficionado. Go War Eagles

Jason  - Service Center Lead, A&P


Before coming to Arion Aircraft, Jason worked for Jabiru USA as their Finish Crew Lead. He is also Arion's resident A&P mechanic. Builders assistance, Engine overhauls. Annual inspections, and more are among the many things you will find him capable of and performing in our shop. During his off time Jason is an avid cyclist and, like Nick, is involved in flying RC models.

Nick  - Chief Manager


Nick has been with Arion Aircraft since its inception. He was the driving force behind design of the Lightning and has continued to make improvements and changes throughout its evolution. He earned is private certificate in 1996, now holds CFI CFII MEI,Commerical,instrument, Multi, tailwheel and high perfromance. Having grown up with parents and grandparents who are life long EAA members and homebuilders. building custom kit aircraft is a way of life.  

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