Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales began in 2007 as a joint venture between Don Groenemann, an industry veteran, and Summit Helicopters, Inc. of Roanoke, Virginia. The combined forces of Groenemann and Summit Helicopters represents over six decades of expertise not only in aircraft sales but also in helicopter operations and maintenance. Together they buy, sell, and offer brokering services on exceptional pre-owned aircraft. In addition, they offer complete helicopter refurbishment to meet most any specification as well as top quality maintenance services.
Prior to launching Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales, Don Groenemann had a rich history in aircraft sales and marketing. He led the pre-owned aircraft sales division for Bell Helicopters for over nine years in which time nearly 250 aircraft were sold. Don has also served as VP of Sales for MBB (now Eurocopter) and VP of Sales for Evergreen Helicopters.
Summit Helicopters, Inc. has been serving the commercial helicopter industry since 1980. Throughout its 30-year history of operating and maintaining helicopters, Summit has also become expertly skilled in providing solutions for aircraft completions in the EMS, Law Enforcement and Corporate markets utilizing the Bell 206B, 206L 407, 205, and 212. Summit Helicopters is an approved Customer Service Facility for Bell Helicopter Textron. They are also approved dealers with major avionics manufacturers such as: Chelton, Garmin, NAT, Avidyne and Technisonic.
John Milko, Vice President of Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales, is not only an expert in aircraft sales, but also in aircraft customizations. John, along with his team at Summit Helicopers, can resourcefully advise and guide customers through helicopter completion projects no matter how small or complex their requirements.
The Bell 205A++ featured on the cover of this month’s issue of The Helicopter Newspaper is one of two Bell 205A++ models that are currently being overhauled and restored by Summit Helicopters, Inc. Both aircraft are offered for sale by Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales.
The high performing Bell 205A1++ has the enhanced -17B Lycoming engine as well as the 212 drive train including all the major gearboxes which are freshly overhauled. This rare, high powered helicopter is in great demand throughout the world as a fire fighting and heavy lift helicopter.
Groenemann, President of Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales has noted a recent turn in the worldwide demand in the medium twin helicopters market. Groenemann reports, “Despite this year’s financial crisis worldwide, our company’s sales of medium twin helicopters have recently seen a significant increase.”
Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales have sold or have under contract a total of five of their Bell 412s listings. Groenemann continues, “In the third quarter of 2009 we began to see a marked surge in activity and inquiries from around the world. In fact, two of our listed Bell 412EP offshore models have recently closed and are being delivered to the Far East. A third Bell 412SP is scheduled to close in September with the remaining two 412’s now “pending” final contract negotiations.”
In addition to 412’s and the two 205A1 ++ aircraft previously mentioned, Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales also have the following featured listings for sale:
• An exceptional low time 1998 Bell 407 with only 729 hours in pristine condition owned by a Fortune 500 company.
• A desirable 1989 Bell 206L3, with a European history and only 3322 TTAF. This aircraft comes with new paint to customers requirements and a new interior.
• A 1980 Bell 206L-1/C30 conversion in brilliant condition with excellent component time remaining and fresh paint.
If you would like more information on any of Groenemann & Summit Aircraft Sales listings, brokering services or other helicopter services, please stop by their booth, # 406 at Helitech or visit their website: www.gsaircraftsales.com.
You may contact Don Groenemann at: dgroenemann@att.net or
don@gsaircraftsales.com
You may contact John Milko at: john@gsaircraftsales.com.
Come visit us at Helitech Booth #406.
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