Built by pilots, run for owners
Elite Aircraft Services was founded in 2008 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and is headquartered today at Raleigh Executive Jetport (KTTA). We offer acquisition, management, rentals, and flight training — the same team from your first conversation through every flight after.
Headquartered at Raleigh Executive Jetport (KTTA), operating at KRDU, KJZI, and KCHS — and ready to serve you just about anywhere your mission takes you.
Why Elite exists
“We started Elite in 2008 out of Raleigh-Durham International with one airplane and a simple belief: owners deserve a team that treats their aircraft — and their time — the way we’d want ours treated. That belief moved with us to Raleigh Executive Jetport, and it’s carried us to four airports across the Carolinas and clients far beyond. The mission hasn’t changed since day one: deliver tailored aviation solutions with unrivaled service. Everything else is just the flying.”
Matt Walsh — Founder, Elite Aircraft Services
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The people behind Elite
Matt Walsh
OwnerOwner of Elite Aircraft Services, the Raleigh-Durham-based flight training center and aircraft management company. A graduate of Western Michigan University with ties to Legacy Warbirds, Matt has built Elite into a full-service operation spanning flight instruction, pilot services, and aircraft management.
LinkedIn ↗Marcie Walsh
Head of MarketingHead of Marketing for Elite Aircraft Services, bringing an entrepreneur’s eye to the company’s brand and growth. A graduate of Appalachian State University, Marcie founded and runs Stork Marketing Services and has built a luxury picnic business from the ground up — a founder’s instinct she brings to Elite’s team.
LinkedIn ↗Maya Roth
General ManagerGeneral Manager of Elite Aircraft Services, overseeing day-to-day operations. A graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Maya helps lead the team’s growth, including current hiring for flight instructor roles on the Vision Jet (SF50).
LinkedIn ↗Ed Oleksy
VP, Flight Operations & Sales / Chief PilotVice President of Flight Operations & Sales and Chief Pilot at Elite Aircraft Services. He also owns WNY Aviation Consultants and holds a degree from the University at Buffalo, pairing broad industry experience with hands-on flight leadership.
LinkedIn ↗Corey Palmer, CPA
Chief Financial OfficerChief Financial Officer of Elite Aircraft Services. A National University graduate and certified public accountant, Corey manages the company’s financial operations as it grows its flight training, pilot services, and aircraft management business.
LinkedIn ↗What clients say
Clients consistently cite Elite Aircraft Services’ responsiveness, safety-first culture, and instruction quality — reflected in a 4.5-star rating on Google.
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“I view Elite Aircraft Services as a key strategic partner that helps me better conduct my business. My missions are always changing—different trips, different distances, different number of people—and I can count on Elite Aircraft Services to respond immediately.”
Jeff Whitacre — Founder, President & CEO, USConnect, Inc.
“I have complete confidence Elite will always do the right thing for me. Elite is one of those rare companies where I never have to second guess my decisions.”
Jonathan Bennett — Owner, Composite Resources & Founder, CORE Autosport
“I have been using Elite Aircraft Services for over five years now and have always found the service to be outstanding. Elite has a team of professional pilots that are incredibly safe and always make that a priority over everything else, without sacrificing service.”
Carl Ferland — Denny’s Success
“Elite’s expert instructors advanced me from a modest private pilot certificate to first an instrument rating, and then to professional levels with a commercial single-engine and multi-engine rating. Now, I am transitioning to jets.”
Chris Stern — IFEM Management Consultants Inc.
“I gifted my husband an introductory flight class with Elite Aircraft Services and it far exceeded our expectations! From the moment we stepped foot in the hangar, we were greeted with such professionalism.”
Angela Gallimore — Google review, ★★★★★
“Elite is absolutely wonderful! Professional, experienced, and has made this learning experience for a busy working mom the best. Accommodating for those with a busy schedule.”
Erica DeLong — Google review