James Slaton

James Slaton is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the aviation industry, currently serving as Senior Manager of Aftermarket Business Support at Piper Aircraft since September 1997. In this role, James oversees aftermarket support and parts distribution while facilitating global part sales through various dealer and service center accounts. Prior positions at Piper Aircraft included Manager of the Warranty Department, where James developed policies that significantly reduced warranty costs, and Warranty Analyst, focusing on analysis of warranty claims and product failure trends. Earlier, at Helmick Corporation, James was Product Manager responsible for marketing strategies and account relations in the industrial foundry sector. James holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business, Management, and Marketing, as well as an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Aviation Technology, both from Fairmont State University.