Ray Rodriguez – CEO

With a career spanning over four decades Ray Rodriguez is a seasoned expert in aviation maintenance, having built a distinguished career from his early days as a United States Marine Corps helicopter mechanic to his role as a leader in the commercial aviation aftermarket industry.

Starting his journey in 1977, Mr. Rodriguez served as a helicopter mechanic in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he developed a strong foundation in aviation maintenance and repair. Following his military service, he transitioned to the civilian commercial aviation sector, working in aftermarket support of airlines from 1981 to 2003. During this period, Mr. Rodriguez honed his skills in aircraft maintenance and operations, contributing to the safe and efficient functioning of a variety of aviation platforms.

In 2003, he founded GSO Aviation Inc., a company dedicated to providing high-quality aviation services in regional and commercial aircraft component repairs, and support to the global aviation community. Under his leadership, GSO Aviation thrived until 2019, when he transitioned to other ventures, having established a reputation for excellence, reliability, and customer service.

Mr. Rodriguez's expertise spans a broad range of aviation maintenance, from helicopter systems to commercial aircraft, and he is deeply committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety and operational performance. Throughout his career, he has maintained a passion for continuous learning and improvement in the ever-evolving field of aviation by acquiring his Airframe and Powerplant licenses as well as a private pilot certificate.

Michael J. Duncan – President

Michael Duncan is a business leader and entrepreneur. With nine different businesses over the past forty years, Michael is pleased that two are still under his supervision and that of the other seven, five had various levels of success, one failed during the Great Recession, and one was an unmitigated financial disaster. Obviously, he learned a great deal from the latter two. His mantra focuses on people – every stakeholder.

He is a proud fifth generation soldier, a former US Army Air Defense officer. He completed his undergraduate education at George Mason University and his MBA at Averett. The aviation bug bit Mr. Duncan when he was a teenager and acquired his pilot’s license before completing his undergraduate studies. He continues to fly his personal aircraft on business and personal trips – everything east of the Mississippi to the Atlantic Ocean.

Michael has managed all aspects of for-profit and non-profit organizations over his career; including long stints on various boards serving in every capacity from member to treasurer to chairman. Most recently he completed over ten years on a regional airport commission.

Involved in the community, Mr. Duncan’s focus is in areas where his contributions can help young people gain an understanding and develop a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math. Major Duncan currently serves as a Group Commander and Senior Pilot for the USAF Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol. Michael also flies Young Eagles and Pilots & Paws missions.