Airlake Aviation
Aerial Advertising & Banner Towing
Corey Leuwerke (president):
Corey is a furloughed American Airlines' pilot who
has 6700+ hours of flight experience. He has his
Bachelor's degree in Aviation Technology and his
Master's degree in Aviation Safety from Central
Missouri State University. He has flown for the
regional airlines, TWA, then American until
9/11/01. Now Corey enjoys running Air Lake
Aviation, co-managing Lake Aviation Center and
being Chief Pilot of Midwest Direct Charters.
Gary Graham:
Gary holds VFR & IFR ratings as well as
commercial and multi- engine certificates. Gary
has over 2200 hours of flight experience and has
flown around the Lake of the Ozarks area for 25
of his 30 years of flying. You can witness Gary's
talent by watching his skillful banner pick-ups for
aerial advertising flights. He also does scenic
flights, photo shoots, and he owns his own plane!
Dale Bax:
Dale holds VFR & IFR ratings as well as
commercial and multi-engine certificates. Dale
has over 1100 hours of flying experience and
holds the Citation jet type-rating. Dale is not only
a gifted banner towing pilot, but we are extremely
fortunate to have Dale on site as a licensed A&P
airplane mechanic.
Jamie Norton:
Jamie is our primary ground crew member and a
crucial part of our banner towing operation.
Jamie helps set up and take down all the banner
towing equipment. He does this on some very hot
summer days! Jamie also communicates with the
pilots during banner pick ups and drops.
Levi Angst:
Levi holds VFR & IFR ratings as well as his
commercial certificate. He has proven to be a
natural at banner pick-ups and airplane
maneuvers. In addition, Levi's extensive
experience in business ownership has been a
great asset in ground crew organization and
towing efficiency.