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Kubick Aviation Services, Inc. Avionics, maintenance & aircraft upgrades from a trusted full-service FBO. Garmin Authorized Dealer. Serving Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Clear communication, quality installs, done right the first time. Kubick Aviation Services, Inc. (KAS) was founded by Chad Kubick in 2004 to serve the General Aviation community by offering quality maintenance services at a competitive price. To date, Kubick Aviation Services continues to provide customers with the same quality services. Kubick's Northern Airways also offers private charter and shuttle services. It is air carrier certified.

What does it take to stay sharp in aviation? A willingness to keep learning. ✈️Meet Brandon Welch, a maintenance apprent...
10/17/2026

What does it take to stay sharp in aviation? A willingness to keep learning. ✈️

Meet Brandon Welch, a maintenance apprentice here at Kubick Aviation Services.

Brandon is a military veteran currently building his on-the-job training hours as he works toward earning his Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification.

Last week, he headed back to the classroom for two courses through the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA), covering basic wiring and avionics installation, followed by pitot-static and transponder testing and troubleshooting.

The training included classroom instruction and hands-on learning focused on the technical skills technicians use when working with aircraft systems.

Brandon came back with overwhelmingly positive feedback, and we're excited to see him continue building on that experience!

We're also grateful for organizations like AEA that are dedicated to advancing education throughout the aviation industry. This was a valuable opportunity for Brandon, and we look forward to sending more of our technicians in the future.

Great work, Brandon! We're proud to have you on the KAS team. 👏



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The screens light up. The installation looks complete. So, are we ready to fly? ✈️Not quite yet.Once new avionics equipm...
10/15/2026

The screens light up. The installation looks complete. So, are we ready to fly? ✈️

Not quite yet.

Once new avionics equipment is installed, there's still important work to be done before an aircraft can be returned to service.

Ground testing helps technicians verify that the equipment is configured correctly, connected systems are communicating, and applicable functions are operating as intended.

Depending on the installation, that might mean checking navigation and communication equipment, confirming data is displayed correctly, verifying system interfaces, or troubleshooting unexpected behavior.

And when something doesn't work as expected? It's time to investigate, make adjustments, and test again.

The exact testing process varies by aircraft and equipment, and additional inspections, checks, or flight testing may be required before an aircraft is approved for return to service.

It's another example of the work happening behind the panel that aircraft owners may never see.



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Experienced aviation professionals, we're looking for you! ✈️Kubick Aviation Services is growing, and we're looking to a...
10/13/2026

Experienced aviation professionals, we're looking for you! ✈️

Kubick Aviation Services is growing, and we're looking to add three experienced professionals to our team.

We're currently hiring for:
🔧 2 Experienced A&P Mechanics
• 5+ years of experience required
• Citation, Conquest, and King Air experience preferred

🛠️ 1 Experienced Avionics Technician
• Previous avionics experience required
• Garmin experience preferred

At KAS, we take pride in the quality of our work, the relationships we build, and the reputation we've earned throughout the aviation community.

We're looking for people who share that commitment to quality workmanship, accountability, and taking care of the customer.

We also believe in taking care of our team!

Our benefits package includes:
✓ Health, dental, and vision insurance
✓ Health and dependent care FSAs
✓ Employer-sponsored short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
✓ Paid time off and holiday pay
✓ Paternity leave
✓ Gym stipend
✓ Additional voluntary benefits through Colonial Life

Interested in joining the KAS team?
📩 Email [email protected] to apply today!

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It all started with an empty hangar and an opportunity from a friend. ✈️After years of working in aviation, Chad Kubick ...
10/10/2026

It all started with an empty hangar and an opportunity from a friend. ✈️

After years of working in aviation, Chad Kubick found himself at a crossroads when the company he worked for closed its doors.

A friend offered him the use of an empty hangar to start something of his own. So, while continuing to work on aircraft, Chad rolled up his sleeves and got to work building the business. Literally installing the electrical systems, heat, and other improvements needed to make that first hangar functional.

Fast forward through years of hard work, new facilities, expanded services, and a whole lot of aircraft, and that small operation has grown into Kubick Aviation Services as we know it today.

Multiple aviation operations.
Approximately 40 employees.
And a reputation we're incredibly proud to stand behind.

Through all that growth, a few things have remained constant: our commitment to quality workmanship, accountability, and doing right by the people who trust us with their aircraft.

As Chad puts it, when we put our name on something, we stand behind it. And if something isn't right, we make it right.

Today, we're excited to officially introduce a refreshed look for Kubick Aviation Services. One that reflects how far we've come and where we're headed.

Same Kubick. Next chapter.

We're grateful for every employee, customer, friend, and member of the aviation community who has been part of this story. There's a lot more ahead.

Swipe through for a look at how it all began. →



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10/08/2026

There’s nothing quite like getting a room, and a hangar, full of people who know and love the Conquest 441. ✈️

Last week, Chad had the opportunity to speak at the Conquest 441 Community Fly-In in Joplin, Missouri.

The two-day event brought Conquest owners, operators, and aviation professionals together to talk maintenance, avionics, engine planning, training, operations, and plenty more... all centered around an aircraft this community knows well.

We always appreciate the opportunity to share what we know, learn from others in the industry, talk airplanes, and spend time with the people flying and maintaining them every day.

Thanks to the team behind the Conquest 441 Community Fly-In for bringing everyone together, and to everyone who stopped to talk with Chad and the Kubick team while we were there.

We enjoyed being part of it!



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10/06/2026

The wiring disappears. The workmanship doesn’t.

Once an avionics project is complete, most of what you see is the finished panel. But behind it are hundreds of details that still matter long after the aircraft leaves the shop.

Routing. Connections. Organization. Integration.

The quality of the work happening while everything is opened up can affect how serviceable and maintainable that installation is down the road.

That’s why we think the work you won’t see at delivery deserves just as much attention as the panel you will.

This month, we’re taking you Behind the Panel to show more of what goes into the finished product.

Aircraft owners and pilots: What questions do you ask about avionics workmanship before choosing a shop?



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Behind the panel is the work most aircraft owners will never see once the installation is complete.Wiring. Fabrication. ...
10/04/2026

Behind the panel is the work most aircraft owners will never see once the installation is complete.

Wiring. Fabrication. Integration. Routing. Connections. Testing. And plenty of careful decisions along the way.

It all matters.

This October, we’re taking you Behind the Panel for a closer look at the work that goes into an avionics installation long before you see the finished result.

We’ll be sharing more of the process, the craftsmanship, and the details our technicians are thinking about throughout an installation... from what quality wiring looks like to what happens when it’s time to test the completed system.

A clean finished panel may catch your eye, but there’s a whole lot happening behind it that deserves just as much attention.

Follow along this month as we take you Behind the Panel. ✈️



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Must-have or nice-to-have? When you're planning an avionics upgrade, knowing the difference can make the conversation a ...
10/02/2026

Must-have or nice-to-have? When you're planning an avionics upgrade, knowing the difference can make the conversation a whole lot easier. ✈️

Start with how you actually use your aircraft. Where do you fly? What do you rely on? What's becoming a frustration? What capabilities do you wish you had?

From there, make two lists.

Your must-haves establish the priorities for the project.
Your nice-to-haves tell us what else you'd love to accomplish while we're at it.

And yes, the fun stuff belongs on the list, too!

Bring it ALL to the conversation. Our team can look at your existing aircraft and equipment, talk through compatibility, scope, budget, and timeline, and help you determine how the pieces fit together.

You don't need to know exactly what your finished panel should look like before reaching out. That's part of the planning process.

Thinking about an upgrade? Comment “UPGRADE” and we'll send you the link to request a quote and tell us a little about your aircraft.



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A smoother avionics upgrade starts well before your aircraft arrives at the shop.Starting the conversation early gives u...
09/29/2026

A smoother avionics upgrade starts well before your aircraft arrives at the shop.

Starting the conversation early gives us time to understand your aircraft, how you fly, what you want to accomplish, and which priorities matter most to you.

From there, there’s time to work through equipment options, compatibility and integration, project scope, parts availability, scheduling, and the questions that inevitably come up along the way.

That planning helps set clear expectations before work begins and gives you the opportunity to make informed decisions without feeling rushed by the calendar.

Already know there are things you’d eventually like to add? Tell us.
Looking beyond the immediate project can help us plan today’s upgrade with tomorrow’s wish list in mind.

Have an avionics project on your radar? Comment “UPGRADE” and we’ll send you the link to request a quote and tell us a little about your aircraft.



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AI is officially making its way into U.S. air traffic management.This week, the FAA began rolling out SMART, a new syste...
09/26/2026

AI is officially making its way into U.S. air traffic management.

This week, the FAA began rolling out SMART, a new system that uses predictive analytics and AI to analyze things like flight paths, weather, traffic flow and system capacity.

The important distinction: AI isn’t replacing air traffic controllers.

The technology is being used to help human decision-makers spot potential congestion and disruptions earlier and make more informed decisions about the airspace.

That raises an interesting question for the aviation community:

As AI becomes more integrated into aviation, where do you see it adding real value, and where should human judgment always remain in the loop?

Pilots, aircraft owners and aviation professionals... what’s your take? Weigh in below.



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250 Riverhills Road
Kingsford, MI
49802

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