About Us

A Personal Note from Mach Aviation:

Adaptability is definitely one of Mach Aviation’s strong suits, as our pilots handle with both the technical competence as well as hand-flying skills. We value the embodiment of a competent and safe crew. Not only do we retain the technical requirements, but also the inter-personal communication skills and personable demeanor of a pilot you’d be happy to conduct a trip with for any duration.

Skylar Henson’s initial training background was a 141 curriculum-based flight school. Attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for degree aspirations in Science in Aeronautics, he also began teaching flight instruction for Textron. With more than 1200 hours of dual given, Skylar has molded his teachings into the Cessna Citation platforms.

Amanda Henson

Vice President

Her eye for appearance is valuable. When it comes to ensuring aircraft detailing and cleanliness, she has it covered. Presentation is everything to our elite aircraft owners so this is a high priority. All the way down to aircraft stock, rental cars and offsite gear prep, Mandy has it covered.

With a strong background in tail wheel aircraft and World War II trainers, Skylar went to work for Cessna Aircraft in Experimental Engineering from 2008 to 2014. Traveling off site supporting flight test to complete certification programs like Scorpion Jet, Latitude, CJ4, Sovereign+ & Grand Caravan 208B.

Primary duties were to equipping prototype Citations with data acquisition systems for flight simulation data and FAA certification. Five years as a Textron flight instructor. Now owner and chief pilot in the aviation marketplace including corporate jet clientele, mentoring, and deliveries.

Skylar Henson

CEO / Chief Pilot

What Our Customers Are Saying

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I have had the pleasure of flying with Skylar on several occasions as he has provided contract pilot services for our flight department.

Along with possessing excellent flying skills, Skylar’s professionalism and dedication towards customer service really set him apart from others that I have flown with.

Skylar is very personable and fun to be with. I, without any hesitation would recommend him and strongly believe he would be an asset to any flight department.

Lanny Hammons, Assistant Chief Pilot, Laredo Petroleum, Inc.

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