About Aero Maintenance Pro

Aero Maintenance Pro was built with one goal in mind: to raise the standard of general aviation maintenance. With over 20 years of experience developing and managing aviation maintenance operations across the U.S., we recognized the need for a more transparent, modern, and accountable approach to aircraft care.

Based in Caldwell, Idaho, we focus on high-performance piston and turbine aircraft, specializing in Cirrus and general aviation platforms. What sets us apart isn’t just the quality of our work — it’s how we manage it. We’ve integrated ModernHawk, a powerful digital tracking platform, to provide our clients with real-time visibility into their maintenance, inspections, and compliance.

Whether you're looking for a trusted shop to handle your annuals or a full-service team to manage your aircraft year-round, Aero Maintenance Pro delivers with professionalism, precision, and integrity — every time

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    Dane Mickelsen

    ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER

    Dane Mickelsen is the founder of Aero Maintenance Pro and has spent his career operating and managing aircraft in demanding real-world environments. As a pilot, business owner, and aviation operator, Dane brings a practical ownership perspective to aircraft maintenance with a strong emphasis on organization, communication, and long-term reliability.

    In addition to Aero Maintenance Pro, Dane is involved in multiple aviation companies focused on aircraft operations, maintenance tracking technology, and aviation support services. His background includes managing complex aircraft maintenance programs, supporting utility and commercial aviation operations, and developing systems designed to improve maintenance oversight and operational readiness.

    Dane founded Aero Maintenance Pro with the goal of creating a maintenance experience that is more transparent, detail-oriented, and owner-focused than the traditional general aviation maintenance model. The company’s philosophy centers around quality workmanship, proactive communication, and helping owners protect both the safety and value of their aircraft.

  • Joe Wheaton

    DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

    Joe leads all maintenance operations at Aero Maintenance Pro, ensuring every aircraft entrusted to AMP is safe, reliable, and ready for flight. His passion for aviation began at age six with his first airplane ride and has driven his lifelong involvement in general aviation. He earned his A&P through an accelerated one year Part 147 program and obtained his Inspection Authorization three years later.

    Joe has worked on a wide range of aircraft, from backcountry airplanes to corporate aircraft and commercial airliners. His hands‑on experience and technical depth guide his approach to maintenance, emphasizing efficiency, compliance, and airworthiness. He is committed to keeping every aircraft that comes through Aero Maintenance Pro performing at its best.

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    Ashlee Mickelsen

    RECORDS MANAGER

    Ashlee brings a passion for business development and human resources. She has a bachelors degree in Aviation Business Administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and a Masters in Public Administration at Boise State University.

    Ashlee has over 10 years of business and management experience and is a driving force in our continued development and growth.

    She specializes in records management and handles all initial aircraft migrations and continued quality assurance.