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About Six West Aviation

We deliver world-class aviation solutions, built on precision, safety, and regulatory excellence—empowering our clients across every stage of aircraft movement and management.

A trusted partner for complex aviation operations

Six West Aviation is a world leader in flight operations, trusted by aircraft lessors and airlines around the globe. Headquartered in Shannon, Ireland, we deliver fully compliant services to support lease transitions, deliveries, demonstrations, distressed recovery and more. With a team that’s experienced, responsive, and globally connected, we manage complexity with confidence—so our clients can focus on their fleet strategies.

Our commitment to safety, customer service and operational excellence underpins every flight. Whether positioning a wide-body aircraft across continents or handling documentation for a high-stakes delivery, Six West ensures every detail is handled with care, precision and compliance.

Our Brands

Six West Aviation is supported by a group of specialist brands that provide targeted services across the aviation lifecycle. Together, we offer a seamless ecosystem of support for aircraft movement, crew logistics, and strategic aviation projects. Learn more about our brands—Kleos Aero, 52 North and Aquilo Travel, all strategically synergizing with Six West to help our clients succeed.

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Our History

Founded in 2015, Six West Aviation was established to bring a new level of expertise and focus to flight operations. From our headquarters in Shannon, Ireland—home to the country’s largest aviation cluster—we’ve grown into a trusted provider of ferry flights and compliance solutions for lessors and airlines worldwide.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to deliver reliable, innovative and fully compliant flight operations solutions that empower our clients to succeed.

We support aircraft lessors and airlines in managing lease transitions, fleet movement, and regulatory complexity with confidence. With safety, service and responsiveness at the core of everything we do, we strive to set the standard for operational excellence in aviation.

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Corporate Social Responsibility

At Six West Aviation, we believe in using our platform to make a difference. We support a range of initiatives focused on endurance and community engagement.

From the Kerry Way Ultra to the Young Aviators Awards, we champion determination, innovation, and the next generation of aviation professionals. Whether through sports, learning, or outreach, we’re proud to invest in a better future.

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Leadership Team

Our leadership team brings decades of experience across global aviation, regulatory compliance and operational delivery. With deep expertise and a hands-on approach, they guide Six West’s vision and ensure we deliver outstanding value to clients across the world.

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Our Partners

We work with a trusted network of global partners to deliver seamless flight operations. From maintenance providers and ground handlers to aviation authorities and technology partners, every relationship helps us improve safety, speed and efficiency for our clients.

We're proud of our team

Áine Scully Financial Controller – Director

Áine Scully

Áine Scully serves as both Finance Director and Company Director at Six West Aviation, overseeing the company’s financial strategy, budgeting, and strategic planning. With extensive experience in financial management across multiple industries, Áine plays a pivotal role in ensuring the company’s financial and strategic growth in an ever-evolving aviation landscape. Her expertise enables Six West Aviation to maintain efficiency, innovation and adaptability at its core.

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Brian Price Senior Project Manager

Brian Price

Brian Price is an experienced aviation professional with over 25 years in airline operations, service provision and aircraft leasing. As Senior Project Manager at Six West Aviation, Brian brings expertise in project management, business development, and operational efficiency. With a proven track record of establishing and expanding aviation services, Brian ensures seamless transitions, compliance and optimised operations for global clients.

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Donal Young Chief of Development & Strategy

Donal Young

With over 35 years in aviation, Six West Aviation’s Chief of Development & Strategy brings extensive expertise in flight operations, safety management and training. A skilled pilot, instructor and strategist, he has played a key role in operational efficiency and regulatory compliance, driving innovation across the industry.

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Jason Williamson CEO

Jason Williamson

Founder of Six West Aviation and a record-breaking ultra-marathon athlete, Jason Williamson is a recognised leader in global aviation leasing solutions. With a background as a pilot and years of hands-on experience in flight operations, Jason founded Six West Aviation, bringing a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, operational strategy and industry innovation. He has worked with the world’s largest aircraft lessors and airlines, driving efficiencies and setting new benchmarks in aviation.

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Matthew Gee Head of Flight Operations

Matthew Gee

Matthew Gee, Six West Aviation’s Head of Flight Operations and Aviation QA Senior & Lead Auditor, ensures the highest standards of safety, compliance and operational efficiency. With over two decades of industry experience, he specialises in flight solutions, operational management and quality assurance. A qualified pilot, Matt’s deep-rooted passion for aviation drives his commitment to excellence, making him a trusted figure in the industry.

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Niamh Murphy Administration Manager

Niamh Murphy

Niamh Murphy, Administration Manager at Six West Aviation, ensures seamless day-to-day operations and supports key business functions. With a career spanning aviation, finance and corporate administration, Niamh brings a wealth of experience in managing complex processes and driving efficiency.

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Paul Cantillon Head of Planning & Coordination

Paul Cantillon

Driving strategy and operational excellence, Paul Cantillon leads global projects at Six West Aviation as Head of Strategy and Planning, ensuring seamless and efficient flight operations for clients worldwide. With over 15 years of experience in aviation and aircraft leasing, he specialises in project management, process optimisation and regulatory compliance. As a Board Director at Kleos Aero, Paul brings a strategic perspective to the evolving aviation landscape, helping shape innovative solutions for the industry.

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About Our Organization

Six West Aviation is a global leader in flight operations for aircraft lessors and airlines. We specialise in lease transitions, deliveries, demonstrations, distressed recovery, and associated support services like crew deployment, regulatory planning and more.