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Andrew grew up flying along with his Dad on weekends shuffling Central’s planes around the Country for scheduled maintenance.

Andrew became a pilot in 1999 and has been flying ever since.

He has a B.S. in Journalism and Mass Communications from Kansas State University.

Andrew wears many hats which include: The Company’s President, Director of Operations, and maintains a Check Airman Authority and Company Instructor for Central’s Twin Commander 500 B fleet. He’s also a Learjet 35 Captain and prides himself on keeping Central an efficient, viable, and reliable transportation solution for Central’s existing and future clientele.

I graduated from Aircraft Mechanic school in 1981 With my A&P licenses. I heard about a small cargo airline downtown and went in to beg for a job. The owner said he had had a lot of trouble with mechanics with no experience. I talked my way in telling him I knew I had a lot to learn. He hired me as a fueler and mechanics helper. 40 years later I am still working there now as the Director of Maintenance. I have never missed a paycheck and have never been laid off. It’s been a good career.

Christopher Monk has been a valued member of the Central Air Southwest, Inc. flight team since 2013, bringing extensive aviation experience and a strong commitment to safe, reliable flight operations.

An Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and Certified Flight Instructor–Instrument (CFII), Christopher has accumulated more than 14,400 flight hours, including over 14,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command. His experience spans multi-engine piston aircraft, turboprops, and jets, with substantial expertise in instrument flying, nighttime operations, and time-sensitive air cargo missions.

Throughout his career with Central Air Southwest, Christopher has demonstrated proficiency in complex aircraft operations, flight planning, weather analysis, and aircraft performance management. His extensive experience includes more than 8,800 multi-engine flight hours and 6,300 hours of nighttime flying.

With over a decade of service to Central Air Southwest, Christopher brings valuable operational experience, professionalism, and continuity to the company’s flight operations. His aviation background and commitment to safety support Central Air’s mission of providing dependable, time-critical air cargo transportation throughout its operating network.

Cindy has been a valued member of the Central Air team since 2021, serving as our FAA Compliance & Records Administrator. Her attention to detail and dedication help keep our operations organized and compliant.

Outside of work, Cindy enjoys staying active and spending time with her three children and three cats.