Company History
Chris Stoltzfus flew his first crop dusting mission in 1944. Three generations later, the same family runs the company. The work started with agricultural aviation and moved outward from there." Reconcile the date, timeline says 1944 not the 1930s. While the world around us has evolved, our commitment to finding new and improved solutions for our customers’ mission challenges remains steadfast.
At Dynamic Aviation, we thrive on pushing boundaries and exploring uncharted territories. We believe that creativity and innovation hold the key to unlocking breakthrough solutions. Our team of dedicated professionals combines experience, expertise, and a passion for excellence to deliver results that exceed expectations.
As the needs of our customers evolve, we adapt and respond with agility, constantly seeking new ways to provide value and make a positive impact. Whether it’s pioneering new techniques, leveraging advanced technologies, or embracing cutting-edge methodologies, we are at the forefront of driving change and shaping the future of our industry.
With Dynamic Aviation, you can trust that you are partnering with a company deeply committed to your success. Our can-do attitude, coupled with nearly 60 years of doing this work, sets us apart. Together, let's get to work, as we overcome challenges and realize your mission's full potential.
Our Timeline
1936
The Legacy Begins
Aviation pioneer Chris Stoltzfus forms Chris D. Stoltzfus and Associates. It operates through 1981, focusing on crop spraying and other agricultural aviation applications.
1940
Flight Instruction
Chris Stoltzfus is a flight instructor during WWII.
1944
Crop Dusting
Chris Stoltzfus performs his first crop dusting mission.
1944
Travel Air 4000
Chris Stoltzfus and his Travel Air 2000, N469N.
1950
Spray For US Government
Chris Stoltzfus performs spray for U.S. Government.
1955
Gypsy Moth Spray
Chris Stoltzfus wins contract for Gypsy Moth Spray for the state of Massachusetts.
1956
Flying Lessons
Karl & Ken Stoltzfus start flying lessons in Florida.
1963
Beech 18
First Twin Beech 18 purchased.
1963
First DC-3
Chris bought the first DC-3 later purchased by K&K Aircraft.
1967
The Company Is Founded
Karl and Ken Stoltzfus, Chris’s sons, establish K&K Aircraft, Inc. The company was founded as a small aircraft parts business and aluminum smelting operation, and later purchased a fleet of Beechcraft BE-18s and Douglas DC-3s for wide-area aerial application missions.
1971
K&K Purchases First Aircraft
Super Twin Beech.
1974
KVBW Purchased
K&K Aircraft purchases Bridgewater Air Park and builds Hangar 1.
1980
K&K Aircraft Begin Aerial Application
K&K Aircraft begins flying wide-area aerial application across the U.S. by spraying for gypsy moths over a suburb of Detroit.
1992
1st Sterile Insect Release Flights Take Place
K&K Aircraft begins flying wide-area aerial application across the U.S. by spraying for gypsy moths over a suburb of Detroit.
1996
Fleet Is Expanded
The company purchases the U.S. Army’s fleet of 124 non-pressurized Beechcraft BE-90s, enabling us to broaden our scope of operations significantly.
1997
Dynamic Aviation Takes Flight
Dynamic Aviation was formed by Karl and his son Michael in 1997. Subsequently, K&K Aircraft was consolidated into Dynamic Aviation operations.
1998
Aerial Firefighting Commences
The company begins providing attack and low-level planes for aerial firefighting. We’ve been supporting the U.S. Forest Service in fighting wildfires ever since.
1999
Company Enters The Airborne Data Acquisition Market
Company starts providing Airborne Data Acquisition (ADA) services to government and commercial customers. We’ve now flown ADA missions in more than 30 countries.
2004
1st ISR Flight Occurs
Dynamic Aviation outfits its first aircraft for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR). We have since forged a reputation as an industry leader in COCO/GOCO ISR solutions.
2006
Michael Stoltzfus Becomes President & CEO
After joining Dynamic Aviation in 1990, Michael is promoted from his prior position as President & COO.
2009
Dynamic Aviation’s 1st DHC-8
Dynamic Aviation outfits its first DHC-8 for ISR application.
2017
50th Anniversary
Dynamic Aviation celebrates its 50th year of operation.
2019
1st Boeing 737-500
Dynamic Aviation adds the Boeing 737-500 to its operational fleet.
2019
Miss Virginia’s Trip To Europe
Miss Virginia joins the D-Day Squadron to fly 15 C-47 and DC-3 varients to Europe for the 75th anniversary of D-Day ceremony.
2021
Dynamic Aviation Starts NextGen Aviators Program
NEXTGEN Aviators is started.
2024
Fleet Expanded
Dynamic Aviation adds it`s first Gulfstream G-IV.
2024
Fleet Expanded
Dynamic Aviation adds a pair of King Air 350’s.