About
An Established Full-Service
Aviation Maintenance Facility
Our Team
Ken Hughes
Lead Mechanic
After earning his mechanic certificates in 1985, Ken worked for Provincetown Boston Airlines. After a short time with the Hyannis airline, he decided to join Yankee Aviation Services. It is hard to believe that was more than 33 years ago. Ken's skillful mechanical abilities clearly demonstrate his position as our "lead mechanic." He earned his Inspection Authorization from the FAA in 1996 and is one of the more highly respected inspectors in the Boston District. Ken's specialties are engine removal and installation, troubleshooting electrical problems, and dynamic propeller balancing. Ken spends considerable amounts of his off-time working around his house and is a faithful follower of the NFL.
Joe Ricci
A&P Mechanic
Joe Ricci is our newest addition to the Yankee crew. Joe is a graduate of the Cape Cod Community College Aviation curriculum where he earned his FAA Airframe and Powerplant license. He has been with us about 3 years. But Joe is no stranger to General Aviation. He not only is a licensed pilot and owns a Cessna but managed the Pilgrim Aviation Flight School for several years. Joe has quickly adapted to our operation and is an excellent addition to the staff.
Hank Wiltshire
A&P Mechanic (Semi-Retired)
Henry "Hank" Wiltshire joined Yankee Aviation Services over 20 years ago after operating a flight school and charter operation at Plymouth Airport. Hank has been a licensed A&P mechanic since 1973 and actually was first introduced to flying over 50 years ago. He has owned many aircraft and currently flies a Cessna 172 which he has also configured for float operations. Hank's vast experience with owning and repairing his own aircraft provides him with a unique perspective to share with our customers. While Hank loves to fly, he also enjoys relaxing in the woods of Maine while in pursuit of that elusive deer! He is enjoying a degree of retirement these days but does come into the shop to help us out when we need him! We appreciate that!