A WIDE RANGE OF EXPERIENCE
At High Planes Aviation, we are uniquely positioned to serve the needs of small or large aviation operations. We enjoy the wide range of missions we help support. Every transaction is unique and deserves the same attention to detail. There is never a boring day, we might be working on a Vintage J3 Cub transaction, and later that same day a multi-million dollar business jet transaction.
High Planes Aviation got its start over ten years ago by helping flight students and friends that were frustrated with their experiences related to aircraft brokerage. The results took off from there and spread quickly by word of mouth. Our clients tell us that it is refreshing to be treated with respect and honesty. Seven years ago, we began offering Aviation Insurance to existing clients through Rocky Aviation in an effort to help make their aviation experience even more seamless.
As owners of vintage aircraft, we are committed to passing the torch of grass roots aviation to the next generation.
We haven’t forgotten our roots in aviation or our faith. We honor God in all that we do as our rock and foundation.
Dustin Stephenson
PRESIDENT & FOUNDER
Dustin exemplifies the true meaning behind an aviation enthusiast. From his career as a professional pilot to his passion for aviation reflected within his company, he is well versed in many aspects of the industry.
Dustin graduated in 2006 from the University of Central Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology. Actively flight instructing since 2005, he also brings with him 15 years of Part 91 and 135 experience including safety management and regulatory compliance. He incorporates these skills in his current position as a Gulfstream G650 Pilot at a large jet operator based in Centennial, Colorado. Previous positions include Chief Pilot, and Safety Officer. His involvement with charter operations and corporate flying throughout the years has led him to obtain type ratings in the Gulfstream G-VI, G-V, Citation 650, Citation 500, Lear Jet series, and DC-3, along with experience in many other models. Dustin has been assisting others with aircraft management, sales, and acquisitions for over 15 years. His skill set is perfectly suited to help you achieve the best possible aviation experience.
Although dedicated to his work, Dustin puts family first. He resides in Goodland KS, where aviation is a necessity. After a hard day of work, you will find him spending time flying with his wife and daughters in their Cessna 195.
dustin@rockyaviation.com
Stephanie Stephenson
INSURANCE AGENCY FOUNDER & MANAGER
Aviation has been a part of Stephanie's life since the day she was born. Growing up, she spent the majority of her days in a hangar full of tailwheel aircraft, and has logged countless journey's to local fly-ins and Oshkosh with her Dad in their Cessna 195. Fast forward to 2007, she met her husband at the very same airport she grew up at. He remains her CFI and is President & Founder of Rocky Aviation. After she earned her Private Pilot certificate in 2009, a Cessna 195 was acquired and has now been a part of the family since 2010.
stephanie@rockyaviation.com
Gail Kirby
ASSISTANT
Gail started her career in the aviation industry at Cessna Aircraft Company, now Textron Aviation. She spent part of her 10 years with Cessna working in Citation Customer Support providing administrative assistance to technical support engineers. She was later promoted to the Aircraft Certification department where she licensed newly purchased Citation Jet aircraft.
Gail obtained the Property & Casualty License in Kansas where she has almost two years of experience in the Aviation Insurance industry. She was an Account Coordinator and assisted with Commercial Ag Insurance right here in the midwest.
gail@rockyaviation.com
Rion Stephenson
CO-OWNER
Rion has spent most of his 30 year career in the management and entrepreneurial facets of Building Materials manufacturing and distribution. Much of his experience has involved sales and negotiations on a large scale, which builds a tremendous value for our clients.
Rion’s passion for aviation goes back to supporting Dustin’s professional aviation education. It now continues as an aviation enthusiat with keen interest in vintage aircraft. It has been a mutual desire to partner on this enterprise that Dustin and Stephanie started over 10 years ago.
“The testimonials you will find from our clients confirm, we are truly, For Aviatiors by Aviators”.
rion@rockyaviation.com