“Skyline was able to get me to my meeting in Northern Vermont on time with no advance notice! I was back in my office in Central Massachusetts that afternoon — 2 hours ahead of my anticipated return. This allowed me to attend another meeting that I would've normally missed. The time savings alone was well worth the trip. With their new aircraft, it was a very comfortable, professional, and pleasurable flight.”

— Jon L. Heslin
BakerCorp | Vice President
NE Division

Our Staff

Ken Brown - Flight Manager, Pilot

Education:

BS Business/Engineering, Antioch College MS Computer Science, Shippensburg University

Ken learned to fly in 1996 in Cessna 152s and 172s. In 1997 he bought a Cessna 172 for business and personal travel. When Cirrus announced their new SR20, Ken ordered one and waited two years for delivery. In 2003 he moved up to an SR22 and has been hooked ever since.

Hobbies: “I love to travel.”

Ken’s philosophy on flying:

“Airplanes have it all – they are sophisticated machines that must be thoroughly ‘understood’. Operating them safely requires discipline and unemotional decision-making, and I love that challenge. Mastery of the machine rewards the pilot with a beautiful view of the natural and manmade landscape, the physical challenge of 3-D flight and quick transportation to unusual destinations.”

Doug Lord - Pilot/Director of Operations

Doug has 25 years of aviation experience and has been a commercial pilot with a major U.S. carrier for 20 years. He has flown most of the heavy jets and his career has taken him to countries far and wide. Doug's knowledge and background have been a key factor in the company’s success.

Bill Matukaitis - Flight Instructor, Company Check Pilot

Bill has flown in the following capacities over the past 20 years: Fire Patrol, Flight Instructor, Skydive Pilot, Freight Pilot, Corporate Pilot and Aerobatic Pilot/Instructor.

Bill grew up near a small general aviation airport, and has been flying since the age of ten. He has accumulated more than 9,500 flight hours in aircraft ranging from Ultralights to Jets.

Bill has an ATP rating for single and multi-engine land and sea aircraft. He maintains his Flight Instructor rating and specializes in tail wheel as well as aerobatic instruction.

In addition to his flying experience, Bill has received awards in several aerobatic competitions in the northeastern United States. He continues to sharpen his skills while coaching fellow aerobatic pilots.

Bill’s hobbies include flying, biking, and rock climbing.

Richard B. Riley - Pilot

Richard, nicknamed Bo, has been an active pilot for more than ten years. He has an FAA Commercial Pilot license and is a Certified Flight Instructor. Bo has flown more than 2,000 hours in many different aircraft. He currently owns a Cirrus SR20 which he and his wife use to explore the country.

Bo’s interests don’t stop at flying. Not only is Bo a professional musician, who plays the French Horn, he also handcrafts Harpsichords. Bo has performed as a soloist, played with the Boston Pops, Boston Ballet, Boston Philharmonic, and nearly 20 other orchestras.

When not flying or performing, you can find Bo riding his BMW motorcycle, target shooting, or vacationing at his island home in Maine.

David Murphy - Pilot

David earned a Bachelors of Science from Worcester State College in 1996. He has been flying aircraft for more than 20 years and enjoys the freedom that flight has to offer. Over the years, David has owned several aircraft and he and his family of five have traveled extensively to explore the United States, Canada, and the Bahamas. David is certified as an FAA Commercial pilot and has his instrument rating. He enjoys introducing flight to those new to aviation and flying passengers to their destinations.

David’s interest doesn’t stop at flying. He has built, from scratch, two aircraft in his home shop. His latest creation is a biplane which he enjoys flying during his personal time. Check out David’s latest project at www.mybiplane.com.

David sums up his personal philosophy of flying in a few sentences: “Safety is the first and overriding aspect I take into consideration in planning and continuing a flight. No appointment or meeting is important enough to compromise my well being or that of my family or my passengers.”

Brian Clockedile – Director of Maintenance

Brian received his Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Certificate in 1993 from East Coast Aero Tech.

Since then Brian has been based out of the Worcester Regional Airport. While in Worcester, Brian worked for two companies: Air Services, and Horizon Air Services. During his employment with Horizon he received his Inspector Authorization rating.

In 2004 Brian opened Mass Aviation Services. Mass Aviation Services was certified as an Authorized Cirrus Service Center in March of 2006. Brian has completed the CAPS training and additional advanced training for Cirrus aircraft maintenance, which makes him a natural as Director of Maintenance for the Skyline Flight fleet.

In his spare time Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and three lovely children. Brian’s other passion is working on his trucks.

Robin Merlo – Administrator

Robin has been working as an Administrator in the field of aviation for the past ten years. She has worked as Office Manager for two different maintenance companies located at the Worcester Regional Airport.

Robin also worked as a Facilities Supervisor for Solectron Corporation out of Westborough, MA, and as a Project Coordinator for Boston Interiors Construction in Manchester, NH.

Robin and her husband of 26 years have raised three great children. In addition to spending time with her family, Robin enjoys cooking, reading, and gardening.

	“Skyline was able to get me to my meeting in Northern Vermont on time with no advance notice! I was back in my office in Central Massachusetts that afternoon — 2 hours ahead of my anticipated return. This allowed me to attend another meeting that I would've normally missed. The time savings alone was well worth the trip. With their new aircraft, it was a very comfortable, professional, and pleasurable flight.” — Jon L. Heslin BakerCorp \| Vice President NE Division
Our Staff

Ken Brown - Flight Manager, Pilot Education: BS Business/Engineering, Antioch College MS Computer Science, Shippensburg University Ken learned to fly in 1996 in Cessna 152s and 172s. In 1997 he bought a Cessna 172 for business and personal travel. When Cirrus announced their new SR20, Ken ordered one and waited two years for delivery. In 2003 he moved up to an SR22 and has been hooked ever since. Hobbies: “I love to travel.” Ken’s philosophy on flying: “Airplanes have it all – they are sophisticated machines that must be thoroughly ‘understood’. Operating them safely requires discipline and unemotional decision-making, and I love that challenge. Mastery of the machine rewards the pilot with a beautiful view of the natural and manmade landscape, the physical challenge of 3-D flight and quick transportation to unusual destinations.” Doug Lord - Pilot/Director of Operations Doug has 25 years of aviation experience and has been a commercial pilot with a major U.S. carrier for 20 years. He has flown most of the heavy jets and his career has taken him to countries far and wide. Doug's knowledge and background have been a key factor in the company’s success. Bill Matukaitis - Flight Instructor, Company Check Pilot Bill has flown in the following capacities over the past 20 years: Fire Patrol, Flight Instructor, Skydive Pilot, Freight Pilot, Corporate Pilot and Aerobatic Pilot/Instructor. Bill grew up near a small general aviation airport, and has been flying since the age of ten. He has accumulated more than 9,500 flight hours in aircraft ranging from Ultralights to Jets. Bill has an ATP rating for single and multi-engine land and sea aircraft. He maintains his Flight Instructor rating and specializes in tail wheel as well as aerobatic instruction. In addition to his flying experience, Bill has received awards in several aerobatic competitions in the northeastern United States. He continues to sharpen his skills while coaching fellow aerobatic pilots. Bill’s hobbies include flying, biking, and rock climbing. Richard B. Riley - Pilot Richard, nicknamed Bo, has been an active pilot for more than ten years. He has an FAA Commercial Pilot license and is a Certified Flight Instructor. Bo has flown more than 2,000 hours in many different aircraft. He currently owns a Cirrus SR20 which he and his wife use to explore the country. Bo’s interests don’t stop at flying. Not only is Bo a professional musician, who plays the French Horn, he also handcrafts Harpsichords. Bo has performed as a soloist, played with the Boston Pops, Boston Ballet, Boston Philharmonic, and nearly 20 other orchestras. When not flying or performing, you can find Bo riding his BMW motorcycle, target shooting, or vacationing at his island home in Maine. David Murphy - Pilot David earned a Bachelors of Science from Worcester State College in 1996. He has been flying aircraft for more than 20 years and enjoys the freedom that flight has to offer. Over the years, David has owned several aircraft and he and his family of five have traveled extensively to explore the United States, Canada, and the Bahamas. David is certified as an FAA Commercial pilot and has his instrument rating. He enjoys introducing flight to those new to aviation and flying passengers to their destinations. David’s interest doesn’t stop at flying. He has built, from scratch, two aircraft in his home shop. His latest creation is a biplane which he enjoys flying during his personal time. Check out David’s latest project at www.mybiplane.com. David sums up his personal philosophy of flying in a few sentences: “Safety is the first and overriding aspect I take into consideration in planning and continuing a flight. No appointment or meeting is important enough to compromise my well being or that of my family or my passengers.” Brian Clockedile – Director of Maintenance Brian received his Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Certificate in 1993 from East Coast Aero Tech. Since then Brian has been based out of the Worcester Regional Airport. While in Worcester, Brian worked for two companies: Air Services, and Horizon Air Services. During his employment with Horizon he received his Inspector Authorization rating. In 2004 Brian opened Mass Aviation Services. Mass Aviation Services was certified as an Authorized Cirrus Service Center in March of 2006. Brian has completed the CAPS training and additional advanced training for Cirrus aircraft maintenance, which makes him a natural as Director of Maintenance for the Skyline Flight fleet. In his spare time Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and three lovely children. Brian’s other passion is working on his trucks. Robin Merlo – Administrator Robin has been working as an Administrator in the field of aviation for the past ten years. She has worked as Office Manager for two different maintenance companies located at the Worcester Regional Airport. Robin also worked as a Facilities Supervisor for Solectron Corporation out of Westborough, MA, and as a Project Coordinator for Boston Interiors Construction in Manchester, NH. Robin and her husband of 26 years have raised three great children. In addition to spending time with her family, Robin enjoys cooking, reading, and gardening.