Teresa Ortega boasts close to three decades of experience in the aviation sector. Her journey commenced in 1995 at Cessna Aircraft company, where she supported the international sales department in various administrative capacities. Following the completion of her degree in Organizational Management and Leadership from Friends University, Teresa advanced to the role of Regional Sales Director for ProAdvantage programs in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Russia. This position remained hers until her retirement from Cessna in 2018.
Having roots in Wichita, aviation runs deep in Teresa’s family. Both her father and grandfather were involved in aviation, instilling a passion for the industry in her from a young age. Teresa currently holds a Citation Mustang type rating, along with a commercial certificate featuring multi and instrument ratings.
Post her tenure at Cessna, Teresa and her husband, Kirby, fused their aviation expertise and enthusiasm to establish Ortega Aviation Services, a venture aimed at assisting others in achieving their aviation aspirations.
While aviation remains a significant interest for Teresa, she also finds joy in traveling, family activities, cooking, volunteering, and spending quality time with her grandson, Daichi.
Teresa’s zeal and broad experience in general and business aviation render her an invaluable consultant. Her mission is to ensure a stress-free and pleasurable aircraft ownership experience for you, backed by her wealth of knowledge and resources.
