Paul Leachko

Paul Leachko is the founder of BurnTex, an FAA-approved flammability DER burn testing facility established in May 2012, specializing in conformity and stand-alone burn testing with a quick turnaround time. Currently holding the position of Accountable Manager at Classic Interior Completions Inc. and Chief Inspector at Classic Interior Completions since 2014, Paul has extensive experience in the aviation industry, previously serving as Vice President of Operations at Industrial Furnace Co. Inc., Regional Sales Manager at Bizjet International, and Director of Operations Control Center at Flight Options LLC. Paul began the career as an aircraft mechanic, working with companies such as Hanna Co, Purolator Courier, and Management Services Inc., while acquiring an Associate's degree in Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology from Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. Additional training includes coursework from Allied Signal Aerospace and Rolls Royce.