LAKEPORT >> Lake Aero Styling and Repair (LASAR, Inc.) recently underwent a change of ownership. On May 1, the company was acquired by Brett Stokes and Caleb Brown. Over the past four decades, LASAR has built a reputation of being the preferred destination for service, parts, avionics and speed modifications for Mooney airplanes.
Founded in 1975, LASAR had been under the ownership and leadership of Paul and Shery Loewen before the recent transfer.
LASAR not only offers repairs and parts for Mooney airplanes, but they also are approved by the FAA to implement speed modifications and manufacture specialty parts. In simple terms, they are a one-stop service destination for Mooney owners all across the country, and ship Mooney parts all over the world.
“The Loewens have built a strong following over the years and played an active role in moving this industry forward,” Stokes said. “The Loewens contributions to the aviation industry are nothing short of legendary.”
The new owners have been close friends for several years and have partnered in several other companies. Since Stokes’ service as an Avionics Technician in the US Navy, he has harbored the dream of owning an aviation company, which has now come true.
Stokes has been flying for over 23 years, and has previously owned a Mooney 231, which he says, “…is my favorite plane to fly.”
“We’re honored that we get to carry on the LASAR legacy, and be part of a community that I am really passionate about. This means not just the aviation community but the Mooney community. Caleb and I have many new ideas and we plan to use our experience to make this a company more people want to work for, while also making it a place more people want to bring their planes,” Stokes added.
The new owners plan to continue serving their customers with the same level of customer service established by LASAR, as well as expanding their reach throughout the United States.
