Thomas "Mike" Lovelace -
Owner / Operator, A+P / IA

Spending his early youth watching DC-3s takeoff and land near his home town airport, Mike always had a passion for aircraft and flight. Pursuing his dreams, he entered service with the United States Air Force and trained in the maintenance of century-series jet fighters. Mike served proudly as Crew Chief with an F-100 Supersonic fighter squadron in Germany during the Vietnam era.

Intent on continuing a career in aviation after honorable discharge, Mike began work with Pan Am airlines and was based at JFK airport. There, Mike was able to apply his skill in directing the maintenance of a spectrum of aircraft - including the monolithic Boeing 747.

Mike concluded service with Pan Am after twenty years and moved to the next exciting phase in his career; creating his own full service Fixed Base Operator Flight School and Maintenance Base: TML Aircraft. Mike chose scenic Sullivan County for this endeavor and worked diligently to create a corporation that was based in quality and safety. His goal was to provide a superlative experience for all people who wished to experience the dream of flight - whether they be new pilots or seasoned aircraft owners. An accomplished pilot himself, he knew well that the key to success in aviation was unswerving dedication to safe, best practice.

Moving to N30 Cherry Ridge Airport in Honesdale, PA in 2003, Mike constructed a facility that encompassed his vision of a 'total' flight center. From this base, he skillfully oversees Part 135 operations as Director of Maintenance and provides expert care and inspections for all types of aircraft; from Piper Cubs to Navajos and King Airs. He also provides guidance in choosing aircraft for a person's particular needs or mission.

Mike has helped people fulfill their goals in aviation and his dedication to others is evident in the people that trust their passengers or loved ones to the aircraft that Mike so carefully maintains. Mike's legacy is evident in the safe conduct and satisfaction of the many pilots who have taken to the skies and returned to earth with confidence and trust.

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