STS Line Maintenance (STS), part of STS Aviation Group, has opened a new satellite station in Vero Beach, Florida (VRB). Operations will begin on December 1, with JetBlue Airways confirmed as the launch customer.
Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group, said the expansion strengthens the company’s service reach. “This expansion represents another step forward for STS Line Maintenance and our ongoing commitment to providing responsive, high-quality service where our customers need us most,” he stated. “Our Vero Beach station will operate as an extension of our Melbourne facility, ensuring seamless coverage along Florida’s east coast.”
The new VRB station will operate under the direction of Kendall Mardenborough, line maintenance regional director for the east coast. He will oversee daily operations and coordinate activities with the Melbourne team to maintain operational consistency and efficiency.
Gary Pratt, Senior Vice President and General Manager of STS Line Maintenance, said the decision reflects both strategy and demand. “This is a strategic addition to our Florida network and a direct response to customer demand,” he explained. “As we continue to grow, our focus remains the same — support our customers with efficiency, reliability, and the best technicians in the business.”
With this latest expansion, STS strengthens its position as a trusted MRO partner across key U.S. regions. The Vero Beach facility enhances service flexibility for airline clients and extends STS’s established east coast coverage, reinforcing its reputation for dependable, customer-focused maintenance solutions.
