Our Team

Manager Prairie Region
Ian Bonnell
Ian Bonnell is a Captain pilot with STARS Air Ambulance, where he has served as a safety consultant, investigator, and a member of the Safety Management System (SMS) design team. Prior to STARS, he was a Captain, Tactical Aviator, and Operations Officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force, bringing extensive experience in aviation and safety management to his roles.

Manager Atlantic Region
Mike O'Brien
Mike O'Brien is a retired Major from the Royal Canadian Air Force, where he served as the Commanding Officer of 103 Search and Rescue Squadron in Gander, Newfoundland. He deployed to Sudan as a peacekeeper and holds an advanced category drone pilot license, demonstrating his expertise in both military operations and modern aviation technology.