Mike Waite has been hired to perform paintwork on several occasions for Netjets. The paintwork consisted of the prep work and refinishing of the lavatory showers installed in our BBJ's. This work was particularly challenging in that the showers were unable to be removed because of their size. This meant that the finish work had to be accomplished on site. Mike painstakingly masked off the interior of the airplane for the sanding and preparation for paint. Once this step was done Mike had to remove all dust and debris and then discard the masking only to re-install new masking for the painting step. These steps sound simple enough but consider there can be no escape of sanding particles or paint overspray into the airplane interior or any of the electronic equipment. This work was done in confined space and Mike was prepared with all of the necessary protective equipment. Absolutely no sanding material or paint overspray escaped into the aircraft and the showers came out flawless.
More recently, Mike has been tasked with overseeing a full strip and repaint of one of our Boeing Business Jets. Mike insisted on certain standards as this work was being done. For example, the vendor wanted to sand with 180-grit sandpaper to save time and effort but Mike ensured the vendor sanded with 320 or 240-grit sandpaper so the paint would flow out and provide the VIP quality that was expected. There were areas of the aircraft that Mike insisted the vendor re-shoot to ensure that we had the quality that was expected. One can imagine how the vendor must have felt having a professional painter watching over their every move but Mike stood up for what was right and I am happy to say that the aircraft came out excellent.
Mike handles himself in a professional manner and I would not hesitate in recommending him for aircraft paint services at anytime.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at 860-299-6523 if additional information is required.
Sincerely,
Ernest P. Gurrieri
Director of Maintenance NetJets Large Aircraft Company, LLC.