BIJC Team
Tom Owen
General Manager
Tom Owen has over 20 years of experience in business aviation operations, including roles as District Manager of the Southeastern US for Avfuel Corporation, General Manager of Sonoma Jet Center, and Director of Sales for Sonoma Aviation before moving to Kailua-Kona.
Tom grew up in a Michigan based aviation family, with his father and brother Jim both corporate and airline aviators before becoming instructors for Flight Safety International.
Tom’s team is dedicated to safety, efficiency, and bringing the “Spirit of Aloha” to BIJC’s guests and crews.
Tony Keliipio
Operations Manager
After retiring from Hawaiian Airlines after 14 years, Tony Keliipio still had a passion for aviation. Tony can be found on the ramp directing operations, in the FBO verifying BIJC is ready for your arrival or departure, or playing with Malu, our Blue Heeler mascot. Tony is a Big Island native, but does not know the definition of “Island Time”. His dedication to your safety and convenience is unmatched.
Justin Singleton
Lead Line Service
A former airline and private aircraft pilot and dispatcher, Justin brings a wealth of experience to helping lead the line service team. Being a pilot and understanding the needs and responsibilities of crews, Justin’s experience is invaluable to the BIJC team.
Ky Fennell
Lead hybrid line/guest services
An experienced Guest Services Representative, formerly from San Antonio, Texas, Ky is our lead “Hybrid” team member. You can find Ky leading the team primarily in line service, but you’ll also find her behind the desk — she can do it all! Ky is currently pursuing her private pilot license and we expect to see her flying for a living in the future.
Autumn Berry
Hospitality guru
Autumn has brought joy to passengers and crews for years for Hawaii Island FBOs. Local events, hotels, restaurants, activities, you name it, Autumn knows someone and can set it up! After growing up in Maui, Autumn has been on the Big Island for years and is our Hospitality Guru
Partners
David Johnston has been a part of the Big Island Community for over 30 years. He is the Director of Sales for Kukio, the most exclusive community in Hawaii.
Kevin Allen is the CFO, bringing his experience as CFO of Kukio and as General Manager of the Kona Shuttle, a non profit social flying club, providing its members with round trip, first class flights aboard a Kaiser Air operated 737 from Oakland, CA to Kona, HI.
Michael Hodges brings a wealth of aviation experience, leading his consulting/aviation appraisal business, ABS Aviation.
Matthew Clayton brings an international flair to BIJC with extensive experience in international business and public/private partnerships.