In the following, we will introduce them to you. Photo by Jeff Peghiny Flightstar's President, Tom Peghiny, has over 25 years experience in the sport aviation industry. Beginning with hang gliders at age 13, Tom has devoted his life to the design of light aircraft and is known as a pioneer and innovator in the industry. Tom flies hang gliders and RC sailplanes for fun too. Spark Lamontagne is the General Manager of Flightstar and major shareholder along with Tom.
Spark is an expert builder, fabricator and mechanic.
Spark is a qualified Porsche, Audi,Volkswagen, Rotax and HKS mechanic. A few years ago, Spark assisted the EAA with the construction of a Flightstar-IISL trainer in a record 6 days. Recreationally, he is an avid motorcyclist and a rated sailor. He flies to work in his N-numbered Loadstar floatplane when the weather permits. Karen Clark is the Office Manager for Flightstar and is the first person people contact when they call the company.