About Us

Galvin Flying Services is one of the oldest, largest and most respected independent FBOs in the industry with a spirit to serve that Jim Galvin created on Boeing Field in 1930.

Galvin Flying Services: October 31, 1930

Only three years after Charles Lindbergh soloed from New York to Paris, Jim Galvin started his flight business on Boeing Field in Seattle. Galvin, a veteran of the Coast Guard, offered a variety of services on Boeing Field, from barnstorming, to flying newspaper reporters, to providing flight instruction during World War II. He made customer service his number one priority while sharing his joy of flying with others.

Jim’s nephew, Peter G. Anderson joined the company in 1969 as an aircraft groomer and ascended to President of the company in 1980, where he remains today. Peter still holds true to his Uncle Jim’s ways and continues to make customer service and safety the company’s primary focus.

Over the years, Jim Galvin’s legacy of first-class service has grown, making Galvin Flying Services one of the oldest, largest and most respected independent FBOs in the industry. Galvin has grown since its beginnings and today offers a full array of line services, aircraft charter and management, aircraft sales, and flight instruction.

Galvin Flying Services: Present

As the FBO of choice in Seattle, Galvin Flying Services offers award-winning line services, charter services, aircraft sales and management, as well as an FAA-approved flight school.

Galvin Flying Services offers nearly 1 million square feet of space at KBFI, and sells more than 16 million gallons of fuel per year. The flight school has a robust student population, and is one of only two flight schools nation-wide that is approved to train FAA inspectors. Galvin Flying Services’ ARG/US Gold-rated and Wyvern approved charter department averages over 2200 flight hours each year, and offers the most diverse fleet in the Pacific Northwest. Our commitment to these services has made Galvin Flying Services one of the most reliable and respected aviation service providers in the industry since 1930.

Personalized customer safety and service are our top priorities, and we excel at providing them. When you come to Galvin Flying Services, you have more than 80 years of aviation experience working for you. At Galvin Flying Services, we work hard to exceed your expectations.

Meet the Managers

Chris Bollert – Line Operations Manager

Chris Hunhoff Chris has been with Galvin for 25 years. In that department he has served as a Line Technician, Shift Supervisor, Safety & Training Coordinator and finally Line Operations Manager. He began his career washing airplanes for the Galvin Flight School and Charter Department during his summer after high school. His family being third generation aviation professionals, a summer job at the airport seemed an inevitable way to save up money for college. Despite his original short term outlook, he soon found that he was hooked. He loved the atmosphere at Galvin Flying, and was thrilled to be a part of the action – be it a presidential visit, a sporting event, a corporate merger, or even the arrival of the Concorde.

Along with the exciting aspects of the job comes unique challenges that often try the patience of even the most seasoned crew. Even when his teams felt strained beyond the limits trying to accommodate some special arrival, they would press on, knowing they were there serve the Pacific Northwest’s aviation needs. Even when things were hectic, Chris knew deep down that the team he was a part of played an essential role, an ideal which has always given him a deep sense of pride.

During Chris’ time at Galvin he has seen many changes: new facilities, new equipment, expansion into new business lines, ever more sophisticated aircraft. As to this evolution, Chris had this to say, “Through it all Galvin has stayed true to its core values: providing world class service where customers are treated like family; maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. Galvin has always focused on its employees as the key to its success. That is why I have always been proud to be a member of the Galvin team.”

Doug Crowther – Chief Operating Officer

Doug Crowther is the Vice President / General Manager for Galvin Flying Services on Boeing Field in Seattle, WA. Prior to his appointment at Galvin he held the position of Chief Operating Officer for Quantem FBO Services. Previously, he was the Vice President of Operations for Signature Flight Support and the Vice President of Aircraft Maintenance for Jet Aviation – Palm Beach. Crowther started his career nearly 30 years ago and has held various management positions in the corporate aviation industry. He attended Miami Dade College, Ashridge Business School in Hertfordshire, UK and is a licensed Private Pilot.

Doug Wilson – Director of Business Development & Marketing

Doug Wilson Mr. Wilson is the Director of Business Development & Marketing at Galvin Flying Services. Previously, he was Director of Line Operations and Customer Service for Galvin, where he managed the Line Service and Real Estate Departments, including management of personnel, operations, safety, compliance, contract negotiation and financial growth. He retains these responsibilities with his role in Business Development.

Prior to joining Galvin in February 2006, he worked for Signature Flight Support, the world’s largest network of Fixed Base Operations. During his seven years with Signature, Mr. Wilson held various roles including Corporate Customer Relations Manager, Operations Manager, and Corporate Training Manager. In addition to his current role with Galvin Flying Services, Mr. Wilson is an active pilot, serves as the Vice President of the Board for the Pacific Northwest Business Aviation Association (PNBAA), is a Contributing Writer for Professional Pilot Magazine and is a member of numerous aircraft associations, including AAAE and AOPA.

Ginger Peterson – Charter Department Manager

Ginger Peterson Ms. Peterson is Galvin Flying Services’ Charter Department Manager. A veteran of business aviation and charter for more than two decades, Ms. Peterson’s reputation in the industry is unparalleled. Her knowledge and expertise ensure that your best interests are represented. Whether it is an aircraft part being purchased, a pilot hired, or arranging and handling an aircraft, Ms. Peterson carefully evaluates the decision to maximize the benefit to you.

Ms. Peterson is a founding member and former officer of the Pacific Rim Schedulers & Dispatchers Association which she helped start in Seattle in 2000. Her participation in aviation conferences and seminars ensures that she is up-to-date on the latest procedures and methods for operating business aircraft. Indeed, Ms. Peterson has attended NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference for the last 16 years. She is, in a word, an expert. Not only does her professionalism and aviation wherewithal speak for itself, Ms. Peterson has a friendly demeanor and is a true advocate for her customers. Her genuine personality creates a comfortable environment for clients and colleagues alike. Ms. Peterson exemplifies Galvin Flying Services’ motto: World Class People, First-Class Service.

Peter Anderson – President

Peter Anderson Peter G. Anderson joined the company when he was 15 years old, choosing to wash planes and sweep hangar floors for his Uncle Jim. That was in 1969, when the company had 10 employees, four airplanes and the flight school.

Today, Mr. Anderson is the President of Galvin Flying Services, Inc. He has served in various capacities during now well over 40 years of employment with Galvin beginning in 1969 and continuing presently.

Peter’s ongoing advocacy for general aviation is made manifest by his strong support of the Highline School District’s Aviation High School. He serves and has served in various support capacities with King County International Airport and the Museum of Flight. He has served in roles at the city, county, state and national entities on aviation related endeavors.

Boards, Committees, Associations

• Currently serves on King County Museum of Flight Authority Board
• Currently serves as Chairman of the Aviation High School Founding Board
• Member of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
• Member of National Business Aviation Association
• Past member of King County International Airport Roundtable Committee
• Past member of the National Air Transportation Association Board
• Past member of the Washington State Department of Transportation Aviation Advisory Committee

Skip Moshner – Director of Flight Operations

Twenty years and thirteen thousand flight hours in the aviation industry gives Mr. Moshner a unique skill set that has proved invaluable at Galvin Flying Services. His experience commanding flights, training pilots and evaluating airmen provides him exceptional aptitude and expertise in his role as Director of Flight Operations.

As an airline and general aviation pilot examiner, Mr. Moshner has developed an excellent, working rapport with the FAA and other regulating bodies. His experience enables him to be fully versed in flight standards and balance advocacy for his employees and customers. His focus on safety management and proactive analysis is an asset in every role he fills as Director of Operations. Mr. Moshner is dedicated to continuing education and the balance of core fundamentals, including the safety of flight, regulatory compliance, customer service and the efficiency of operations. He has earned the trust of his colleagues and clients through a conscientious attitude and diverse competencies.