industry challenge

UAM lessee required a C-check

on an aircraft to allow them to operate the aircraft 90 days longer than the lease return date.

our solution

UAM worked directly

with the carrier’s technical staff to assist them in changing the maintenance program on the aircraft to allow 90 additional days of operation without performing the C-check.

OUR MISSION:

As aviation industry leaders, we provide quality aftermarket aircraft components to airlines and suppliers by acquiring, managing, and leasing aviation assets. Our customized programs, along with our persistence and dedication, provide measurable results and seamless customer service in the global marketplace.

Our team of aviation insiders have the remarkable capacity to make the complex seem routine. You tell us what needs to happen. It happens.

One of the most widely known and respected professionals in the aviation aftermarket, Steve Manley is universally recognized as an industry expert. His combination of aftermarket industry knowledge and ability to apply intuitive solutions to complex asset dispositions has allowed Steve to become known throughout the commercial aviation industry as an effective problem solver. He is frequently asked to speak at industry conferences and to lead seminars and workshops at industry gatherings.

Steve attended Middle Tennessee State and Memphis State before starting his career at FedEx. Like most of his industry peers, he was exposed to several areas of maintenance and engineering throughout his tenure at FedEx. It didn't take him long to realize that his ability to find previously overlooked opportunities was unique and led him to create a brand of his own.

Steve founded Universal Asset Management, Inc, in 1993 on the premise of providing expert solutions to overcome a diverse commercial aviation asset disposition market and to establish long-term relationships with its clients and vendors. Undoubtedly realizing the success of his approach, Steve and UAM have become synonymous with "creative solutions." Universal Asset Management has disassembled over 175 airplanes and grown to a professional staff of over 50 people. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, UAM has facilities in Atlanta, Denver and Arkansas totaling more than 500,000 square feet.

As Chief Operating Officer of Universal Asset Management, Keri oversees the day to day management of company operations and provides guidance for all UAM Divisions.  Keri is also responsible for UAM capital asset management, redeployment and allocation.  Keri and her staff of qualified managers are accountable for client relationships involving managed commercial aviation capital assets as well as the sale and lease contracts for those assets.

Keri graduated from Purdue University Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Professional Flight.  She completed her Masters of Science Degree in International Aviation Operations from Purdue University.  She currently holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate and is a Certified Flight Instructor and Instrument Instructor.  When her schedule allows, Keri is a flight crew member of the UAM company turbo-prop aircraft. 

Brian Postel is from a "parts family." Fresh out of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1983, he went to work for his father's company, Dane Aircraft. There he restructured warehouse operations and purchased spares for Dane's domestic and international clients.

Since then, Brian has constructed a resume that reads like a guide to the commercial aviation aftermarket.  Some highlights include work with Aeroserv International, Allmat International (Pan Am), High Line Aviation, Avgroup Atlanta, Occidental Aviation, A/C Fuel Cells, and Avatar Alliance.

At UAM, Brian is responsible for aircraft, engine and major packaged sales and leasing activities as well as acquisitions, both domestically and internationally. He holds an Associate of Arts Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology as well as an F.A.A Airframe & Powerplant License, and is a recipient of the FAA Bronze Award.

His experience in Supply Chain Management at Fed Ex, coupled with his 10+ years in sales, provide Donnie a special insight to manage the sales for each aircraft disassembly with the client and potential parts customer in mind.  This maximizes the value of each project.   His knowledge of current market values, specific airline requirements and fleet  planning support the sales team's efforts to consistently garner the best values for UAM's inventory sales.  Donnie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and Leadership from Arkansas State University.

Jeff Lewis joins the UAM Senior Management Team as Vice President - Business Development. His roles and responsibilities in this new position include long range planning, generation and forecasting of all business development initiatives, and global expansion. As a graduate of Cranfield University (UK), Lewis brings to UAM over 20 years of airline industry experience with management expertise in aircraft trading, airframe and powerplant support programs, and flight operations. Lewis is also an experienced Airline Transport pilot and Airshow performer.

Ali joins the UAM Senior Management Team as Chief Financial Officer. She brings over 20 years in the accounting industry to UAM, including working with mergers, acquisitions, and privately and publically held companies. Before joining UAM she was a Partner with one of the largest regional offices in the southeastern United States and also worked with a national public accounting firm. Ali's roles and responsibilities include managing the day to day operations of the accounting and finance department for UAM . She graduated from Delta State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

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