Long-Time Duncan Aviation Team Member Michael Kussatz Joins Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions Team

Michael Kussatz brings more than 33 years of aviation experience and a rare combination of technical knowledge, sales expertise, and flight experience to Duncan Aviation's Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team. Click image for high-res download.

LINCOLN, NEB. — Those looking to buy or sell a business aircraft through Duncan Aviation’s Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team will now benefit from the addition of long-time team member Michael Kussatz, whose more than 33 years of aviation experience brings a rare combination of technical knowledge, sales expertise, and flight experience to the buying and selling process.

A Career Built in Aviation

Kussatz’s aviation journey began early. He learned to fly at 16 and, at 18, swept floors at Duncan Aviation simply to be around the aircraft he was passionate about. After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Technology from Central Missouri State University, he began his professional career in business aircraft maintenance sales at an MRO provider.

In 1997, Kussatz returned to Duncan Aviation, where he spent 12 years in sales and as a Project Manager, developing a deep understanding of aircraft maintenance planning and customer support. He later earned his MBA from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and continued building his career as a Regional Sales Manager at Garmin International.

He rejoined Duncan Aviation in 2019 as a Regional Avionics Sales Manager, supporting the East Coast Satellite Avionics Shop network and helping operators evaluate upgrade solutions for their aircraft.

Sales Leadership and Flight Experience

In addition to his avionics sales leadership, Kussatz joined Duncan Aviation’s Flight Department in 2022, flying the Pilatus PC-12 and Citation XLS. He has logged approximately 4,000 flight hours and holds ATP, CFI, CFII and MEI/I certifications.

This hands-on flight experience allows Kussatz to bring a pilot’s perspective to aircraft sales and acquisitions, helping buyers better evaluate how an aircraft will support their operational needs.

He also enjoys flying a variety of aircraft, including his own 1946 Luscombe 8A.

A certified flight instructor since age 20, Kussatz has even taught his son, Caden, to fly. His daughter, Nikayla, also shares his love of aviation and enjoys flying with him.

A Strategic Next Step

In late 2025, Kussatz transitioned from avionics sales to join Duncan Aviation’s Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team — fulfilling a long-held goal. The opportunity took shape during a flight aboard the company’s PC 12 with Todd Duncan, where a conversation about Kussatz’s diverse background revealed how his experience could strengthen the Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team and support the needs of aircraft owners and operators navigating complex purchase and sale decisions.

“Duncan Aviation is such a unique company where they recognize people who love the role they’re in but are willing to find ways to expand their own experiences to bring value to our clients and the Duncan Aviation team,” he said.

Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ryan Huss said Kussatz’s well-rounded background makes him uniquely suited to serve aircraft owners and operators.

“Michael’s unique mix of experience across maintenance and modification sales, customer service, avionics leadership, and corporate flight operations gives him a comprehensive understanding of what aircraft owners truly value,” Huss said. “Having spent decades in aviation — and many of those years here at Duncan Aviation — he understands our culture and our commitment to doing what’s right for the customer. That perspective allows him to guide buyers and sellers with confidence, transparency, and a genuine focus on helping them make the best long-term decision for their operation.”

Rooted in Duncan Aviation’s Values

Growing up watching his father work at Duncan Aviation, Kussatz developed a deep appreciation for the company’s culture and values.

“I was always in awe watching all the people in so many different disciplines and wanting the opportunity to gain experience in each of those areas,” Kussatz said. “I’ve had the great opportunity to work at many different aviation companies and to fly with so many wonderful people. Duncan Aviation utilizes a very simple formula on how it takes care of customers, team members, partners, and even competitors. Within that simple formula, they allow someone like me — who has been fortunate to be successful in several disciplines — to explore my full potential in an effort to promote this industry as a whole.”

Aircraft owners and operators interested in buying or selling an aircraft through Duncan Aviation’s Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team can visit www.DuncanAviation.aero/AircraftSales to learn more about available aircraft and sales and acquisition services.

About Duncan Aviation

Duncan Aviation is an aircraft service provider supporting the aviation needs of business aircraft operators, government agencies, and other aircraft service providers. Services include major and minor airframe inspections, engine maintenance, major retrofits for cabin and cockpit avionics systems, full paint and interior services, engineering and certification services, fabrication and manufacturing services, and preowned aircraft sales and acquisitions. Duncan Aviation also has international aircraft components solutions experts available 24/7/365 at +1 402.475.4125 who can handle any aircraft system problem with immediate exchanges, rotables, loaners or avionics/instrument/accessory repairs and overhauls. Complete service facilities are located in Battle Creek, Michigan; Lincoln, Nebraska; and Provo, Utah. We also have dozens of other facilities strategically located throughout the United States to provide customers with scheduled regional support and the quickest response possible to avionics, engine and airframe Aircraft On Ground (AOG) situations.

For more information about any of Duncan Aviation’s services, call +1 402.475.2611 or visit https://DuncanAviation.aero/services