About Us
Six Chuter West LLC Now Serving the Sport of Powered Parachuting Throughout the Western United States, and Around the World!
Doug Maas, Six Chuter West
Doug Maas updates us on the powered parachuting activities out west including an update on Six Chuter West and the transition from the Yakima operation. Six Chuter West (12/1/09)
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Six Chuter Inc. Powered Parachutes is the manufacturer of ultralight and light sport powered parachutes located in Yakima, Washington. Six Chuter has the distinction of being the manufacturer in this business the longest under original leadership and ownership. Dan Bailey, President of Six Chuter Inc. celebrates the 20th anniversary of the opening of Six Chuter Inc. early this coming year. |
 Dan Bailey, President and Owner of Six Chuter Inc. Since 1990 |
| Six Chuter West LLC is a limited liability opened in 2009 with a primary purpose of distributing Six Chuter Inc. Powered Parachutes in the Western half of the United States. Six Chuter West LLC also manages the parts and assembly process for Six Chuter Inc. in the Western United States. We are a full service light sport aviation company that offers virtually everything that a new enthusiast needs to enjoy this incredible sport. Six Chuter West LLC has recruited an experienced team of owners and affiliates who are prepared to lead the company into the future. Six Chuter West LLC is based at Pangborn Airport, East Wenatchee, WA. Six Chuter West LLC The members of Six Chuter West include owners Tim Vedder, Doug Maas, Rolando Santiago, and Tom Connelly, and associates Steve Rambo and Mike Lersbak. This team brings a combined total of 100 years of various professional experiences including manufacturing, aviation, training, marketing and managing to the company. |
 Six Chuter West Hangar at Pangborn Memorial Airport, East Wenatchee, WA
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Tim Vedder II is President of Six Chuter West LLC and the owner of the newest Six Chuter Inc. flight center, “Central Washington Powered Parachutes LLC”. Vedder brings nearly 30 years of experience in leadership, manufacturing and project management to Six Chuter West LLC. Tim has led the opening of the parts and assembly center in East Wenatchee, WA as well as his flight training center in Quincy, Washington.
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 Tim Vedder II, President Six Chuter West LLC in Legend XL SLSA
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Doug Maas is Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of Six Chuter West LLC and has been associated as a business partner with Six Chuter Inc. since 1999. Doug is a former Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and is now a CFI and designated pilot examiner for powered parachutes. Doug also had a 30 year professional career in training and management that he brings to Six Chuter West. And Doug is the President of Western Powered Parachute Association LLC, the training affiliate of Six Chuter West. |
 Doug Maas (left) after Successful Sport Pilot Practical with John Hollis (center) Tracy, CA. Steve Brandon CFI on right
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Rolando Santiago is the Assembly Manager for Six Chuter West LLC and is also the technical assistance manager for Six Chuter Inc. Rolando is co-owner and operations manager of Ft. Vancouver Aerosports LLC, a Six Chuter flight center serving S.W. Washington and N.W. Oregon. Rolando has a full time professional career in corrections yet holds the distinction of building more Six Chuters than anyone in the world. |
 Rolando Santiago testing out the rear seat dual controls on new Six Chuter SLSA
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Tom Connelly is the Parts Center Manager for Six Chuter West LLC and oversees the Pangborn, East Wenatchee facility and operation. Tom owns his own contracting business and is transitioning as fast as possible into full time management with Six Chuter West. Tom is also the President of Aviation Ventures N.W. LLC, the holding company for the East Pangborn facility. Tom partners with Tim Vedder in the operation of Central Washington Powered Parachutes. |
 Tom Connelly after first solo flight, Twin Firs Turf Farm, Quincy, WA
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| Steve Rambo is the Logistics Manager for Six Chuter West LLC and owner of Aerochutes S.W. Steve has been associated with Six Chuter Inc. longer than any of our other Six Chuter West business partners and takes the lead with deliveries, event management and flight operations at our events. Steve assists the rest of the team with every aspect of Six Chuter. |
 Steve Rambo hanging out with the "help" at Memorial Day 2009 PPC Rally
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Mike Lersbak is the owner of Sport Pilot Academy and Tower Marketing and a primary affiliate partner of Six Chuter West LLC. Mike is a former Marine Corps Helicopter Pilot and now a CFI and designated pilot examiner in powered parachutes. Mike helps to maintain our website, assists with marketing and is a leader in our training program. |
 Mike Lersbak coaching student during accelerated course, Arlington WA
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