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About Us
In 1977, our company was founded as Precision Aircraft Services by Frank Hinds in San Angelo, TX. He had a vision of what he expected from a maintenance facility and believed he could achieve that in his new business. However, the future was unsure in the early years as the company's reputation was being built.
Precision Aircraft Services first rented hangar space from a local fixed-base operator (FBO) that no longer wanted to provide maintenance. After several years in this location, the company was forced to move, and they built a new hangar on the south end of the ramp. This hangar is still our location today.
Since we started, our goal has always been to provide swift, high-quality customer service. No matter who they are, we treat each client as if they were our only client. Over the years, Precision Aircraft Services quickly became one of the top maintenance facilities in West Texas for pleasure planes, commercial aircraft, and airline aircraft.
Precision Aircraft Services first rented hangar space from a local fixed-base operator (FBO) that no longer wanted to provide maintenance. After several years in this location, the company was forced to move, and they built a new hangar on the south end of the ramp. This hangar is still our location today.
Since we started, our goal has always been to provide swift, high-quality customer service. No matter who they are, we treat each client as if they were our only client. Over the years, Precision Aircraft Services quickly became one of the top maintenance facilities in West Texas for pleasure planes, commercial aircraft, and airline aircraft.
Frank at his award ceremony when Dan from the FAA presented him with the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award and the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award.
Building Our Clientele in 1980
In 1980, Precision Aircraft Services expanded our role in the aviation community by becoming one of the first Authorized Robinson Helicopter service centers. The brand's helicopter models immediately exploded in popularity in the area, and their customer base grew beyond what most had expected. Ranchers found that the helicopters met their needs, and people found they could also use them for pleasure.
Through the years, our company has continued to expand our expertise and grow our business with new customers. Staying up to date with technology, we have always remained at the forefront of minor and major changes in the industry. We have managed to expand our knowledge for our customers that wanted the latest aircraft and state-of-the-art parts, from new types of planes and helicopters to new models of magnetos.
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Expanding Our Services in 2006
In 2006, Precision Aircraft Services expanded our Robinson Helicopter service center to include the R44 model. Since then, the Robinson Helicopter fleet we maintain regularly has grown to over 36 customer-owned helicopters. We have the knowledge and skills to complete inspections and repairs quickly. Today, we are an authorized repair center for the R22, R44, and R66 models. We have customers from across the country that trust our knowledge and skills.
With every aircraft we maintain, Precision Aircraft Services can develop a plan that meets the needs of our customers. Whether the next flight is for a family trip or a commercial job, we take every step possible to ensure our clients do not miss it. We will assign additional man power to a job or work after-hours to complete the aircraft on time. With a strong team of experts that work well together, we can fulfill our customers' demands within any schedule.
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Meet Our Staff
Frank Hinds
Frank Hinds started in aircraft maintenance as a young teenage boy when his father opened an aircraft shop in Hobbs, NM. Frank helped his dad after school and on weekends until graduating high school in 1966. After graduation, he served in the United States Air Force and was assigned to Thailand and Vietnam. Upon completing his time with the Air Force, Frank returned to his hometown, where he worked again with his father.
After marrying in 1970 and becoming a young father in 1971, Frank made a dramatic decision that would change his life forever. He accepted a job with Centurion Flight Center in Grand Rapids, MI. While working in this position, Frank was exposed to the maintenance of different aircraft models and maintenance techniques. He learned to handle more aircraft systems from many experts in the field.
After marrying in 1970 and becoming a young father in 1971, Frank made a dramatic decision that would change his life forever. He accepted a job with Centurion Flight Center in Grand Rapids, MI. While working in this position, Frank was exposed to the maintenance of different aircraft models and maintenance techniques. He learned to handle more aircraft systems from many experts in the field.