Industry Veteran to Expand Sales Support Across Northern U.S. and Canada

BANGOR, Maine – C&L Aerospace, a C&L Aviation Group company, today announced the appointment of Ike Knudson as Regional Sales Manager. Based in Minnesota, Knudson brings more than 28 years of experience in the regional aircraft parts marketplace, along with deep knowledge of aircraft components and maintenance support.

In his role, Knudson will be responsible for regional aircraft parts sales and customer support throughout the northern United States and Canada. His portfolio will include support for Embraer E170/E190, ATR 42/72, Beechcraft 1900, and Saab 340 aircraft, as well as PW100 and CT7 engines and associated engine parts.

“Ike brings a depth of industry experience and customer trust that is difficult to replicate,” said Martin Cooper, Senior Vice President of Sales at C&L Aerospace. “He is widely respected for his integrity, technical understanding, and commitment to delivering value to customers. We are pleased to welcome him to the C&L team as we continue to strengthen our support across the regional aircraft market.”

Knudson’s appointment underscores C&L Aerospace’s continued investment in the regional aircraft aftermarket and its commitment to providing knowledgeable, responsive, and customer‑focused support. As C&L expands its inventory offerings and global reach, experienced sales leadership remains a critical component of ensuring operators and MRO partners receive reliable solutions throughout the entire aircraft lifecycle.