OUR TEAM

Chase McCown joined the Spectrum Aeromed team as President in 2022. A graduate of the US Air Force Academy, McCown holds master’s degrees in both Systems Engineering and National Security & Strategic Studies. He retired from the US Air Force in 2015 after his final assignment where he led maintenance operations on the Nation’s B-2 bomber fleet. McCown most recently was the Vice President of Program Management (FSI-Defense) at FlightSafety International where he oversaw the company’s defense portfolio of training and modification programs. As President at Spectrum Aeromed, his strategic leadership skills and extensive operational and field experience will support the company’s focus on continuous improvement, growth, and partnership within the air medical industry.

Matthew Christenson is the Account Executive for the Western United States, Western Canada, Central America, Caribbean, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. He has been with Spectrum Aeromed since 2001, having held positions as office manager, production manager and project manager during that time. He is based at the headquarter office in Fargo, North Dakota.

Thomas Redder is the VP for East, South and Southeast Asia and Europe. He is based in the German Sales Office, held an Air Transport Pilots License and has a degree in Aeronautical Engineering. Before joining Spectrum Aeromed in April 2012, he was Technical Director at an Aircraft Maintenance and Repair Organization.

Ricky Reno is the VP for the Eastern United States as well as all U.S. Military and Government Initiatives. He joined Spectrum Aeromed in 2012. He has been in the Aviation Industry for over 33 years as a Commercial Helicopter Pilot, Flight Instructor, and Airframe & Powerplant Technician. He also retired from the US Army after 22 years where he served as an US Army Aviator and other roles. Ricky has been awarded with the prestigious Sikorsky Rescue Award for his role in the life saving efforts using a Sikorsky Aircraft.

Justin Mahler joined Spectrum Aeromed in 2005. He is the VP of Design and Certification, and also serves as the company’s Designated Engineering Representative working with the Federal Aviation Administration. He serves as a liaison between the sales and engineering teams, customers, and certifying bodies. Justin was recognized in 2012 as one of the “40 Most Influential People Under the Age of 40” in North Dakota by the Prairie Business Magazine.

Edberg comes to Spectrum Aeromed with decades of experience both in and out of the cockpit. He graduated with a degree in flight technology and has spent the past 20 years working in aviation business development, project management, customer service and vendor relationships. Edberg has been a commercial pilot and flight instructor for over 30 years.

John Kostrzewski joined Spectrum Aeromed in 2021 and is the Director of Engineering. John has over 17 years of experience with technology leaders like NASA and Cirrus Aircraft and has a very well-rounded background in manufacturing and mechanical engineering. John is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the engineering team.