FAA Part 145 Repair Station / Skiatook, Oklahoma
White Ladder Aviation delivers high-integrity non-destructive testing (NDT) and specialized inspection of aircraft accessory components. Founded by a multigenerational aviation family with more than five decades of combined maintenance and inspection experience.
Nondestructive testing performed in accordance with ASTM E1417, ASTM E165, NAS 410, and FAA 14 CFR Part 145 requirements.
Fluorescent liquid penetrant inspection for aircraft accessory components. Detects surface-breaking discontinuities such as cracks, porosity, laps, and seams on non-porous metallic parts.
Wet horizontal bench and handheld yoke inspection to detect surface and slightly subsurface discontinuities in ferromagnetic aircraft parts.
Thermal, pressure, and environmental control units evaluated on calibrated LR Cal functional test equipment with OEM-aligned procedures.
Stated plainly, because accurate scope is part of accurate inspection.
| Parameter | Capability |
|---|---|
| Materials | Metallic alloys only, ferrous and non-ferrous |
| Part size | Bench-top components, generally up to 18 to 24 inches depending on geometry |
| Processes | Penetrant testing per ASTM E1417 and company procedures. Magnetic particle testing pending FAA approval of the added capability. |
| Facility | Dedicated 1,500 sq. ft. inspection and testing facility in Skiatook, Oklahoma, with a controlled-environment fluorescent penetrant booth, calibrated UV-A lighting, precision temperature-control oven, and segregated parts storage |
Built by a team with more than 50 years of real-world aircraft maintenance, inspection, and quality experience. We understand the operational impact of every part we inspect.
Processes built around accuracy, traceability, calibrated equipment, and consistent documentation. Results that operators and MROs can rely on without question.
A right-sized repair station with a streamlined workflow, delivering fast, predictable results without sacrificing quality or compliance.
Focused on thermal, pressure, and environmental control units. Targeted inspection and functional testing that complements MRO capabilities rather than competing with them.
Clear updates, accurate reporting, and responsive communication. Customers get direct access to knowledgeable technicians, not layers of administrative delay.
Operations Manager / Lead NDT Inspector
Nearly four decades in aviation maintenance, inspection, and nondestructive testing. Jerry leads WLA's quality system and NDT program with a methodical, detail-driven approach that sets the technical foundation for the repair station.
Chief Inspector / Quality Manager
An A&P-certificated mechanic with a strong background in aircraft maintenance and component inspection. His additional medical training as a Physician Assistant brings a unique focus on precision, process discipline, and technical documentation.
Call or email with the part number, a short description, and your required turn time. You will hear back from a technician, not a call center.
9533 W. Rogers Blvd.
Skiatook, OK 74070
1820 S. Boulder Ave., Suite 300
Tulsa, OK 74119