Together, Michael Loccisano, Charles Gunter and Hans Van Pelt combine extensive aviation, logistics and commercial expertise to deliver strategic, end-to-end solutions across the aviation sector. Their experience spans aircraft acquisition, aviation logistics, airline operations, airport management and industry development, providing clients with practical solutions that improve efficiency and operational performance.

Michael and Charles bring deep industry knowledge, strong aviation networks and hands-on commercial experience, while Hans contributes decades of executive leadership as a former airline CEO, airport CEO and government aviation director. As a specialist in regional aviation, Hans has a proven track record in improving airline sustainability through fleet planning, network optimisation, cost control and operational restructuring. Together, they help clients navigate complex challenges and achieve sustainable, long-term outcomes.

Contact our experienced and trusted team today to discuss your aviation business and discover how we can help deliver practical, commercially focused solutions that support your long-term success.

Hans Van Pelt - Aviation Consultant & Government Relations

Hans is a former airline and airport CEO, as well as a government aviation director. He is a specialist in complex issue resolution within regional aviation, one of the most challenging and essential parts of the aviation landscape.

Hans can demonstrate how to make regional airlines financially sustainable, implementing the most effective fleet, network, cost control and back-end operational structures to deliver long-term viability around regional route retention and recovery. 

Paul Montauban - Maintenance & Technical Support

Paul leads Hallmarc Aviation’s maintenance and technical support capability, helping operators with aircraft maintenance, importation, export Certificate of Airworthiness coordination, Australian CofA processes, and maintenance-organisation familiarisation. He brings deep practical experience with the Tecnam P2012 series, including factory engineering training at Tecnam and extensive aircraft-maintenance knowledge gained over a lifetime in the industry.

Before joining Hallmarc’s Tecnam team, Paul established Premiair Aviation Maintenance across WA, SA, VIC and QLD, supporting manufacturers including Pilatus, Socata and Cirrus; the business was later acquired by Textron Aviation as part of its Australian service-centre network. Today, Paul supports Hallmarc customers by helping build dependable local maintenance pathways, authorised service-centre capability, and practical technical support for Australian Tecnam operations.