Meet the Granite Crew!
Windsock - Customer Service Representative
Born in 2006, she is old, but she is fierce! In 2008, Windsock was rescued from the Panhandle Animal Shelter and brought to the Sandpoint Airport. Generally speaking, she is a great asset to the team. She rarely barks, never works, and only occasionally sleeps on the job! Windsock likes to protect her turf from the dogs that come and visit Granite Aviation and also chase birds…. which she gets scolded for (worth it to her though!) Windsock has a love for aviation that is just as strong as the rest of us, she enjoys going into airplanes, jets and even helicopters! If you leave your doors open, do a Windsock check before departing. Her favorite people that visit her at work are the UPS delivery people (so she can have a box to play in) and her fans that come in every morning. Windsock is the Sandpoint Airport’s celebrity; people want pictures with her and she is posted on all of their social media, she has quite the following. She loves visits, so come on in! Check out her instagram page @therealwindsockcat!
Amanda Rochelle - Manager
Amanda, our FBO manager, blends her passion for aviation with an adventurous spirit. An enthusiastic outdoorswoman, she often seeks opportunities to explore nature alongside her family. Whether it's hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, or discovering new destinations, the family thrives on adventure and travel. Amanda's dedication to both her professional responsibilities and her family's outdoor pursuits exemplifies her ability to balance work and life while inspiring those around her to embrace the world of aviation and the great outdoors.
Cord Simeral- Line Service Technician
Cord Simeral, or “Woody” as Bad Bill likes to call him, is a dedicated line service technician at Granite Aviation, well-known for his strong work ethic and attention to detail. Originally hailing from the scenic landscapes of Wyoming, he has made the picturesque town of Sandpoint his home. During the winter months, Cord enthusiastically takes advantage of the area's diverse outdoor offerings, often seen shredding the gnar on the slopes of Schweitzer Mountain with skill and enthusiasm. In the summer months, you’ll likely find him on a basketball court or on the water!
Aerial Smith - Front Desk/Line Service Technician
As you can tell by her name, Aerial has deep roots in aviation. Growing up around airplanes, she enjoys getting to work with her airport community. In addition to working the line at Granite, Aerial is a Certified Flight Instructor bringing the love of flying to her students. When she’s not at the airport, Aerial spends her time in the great outdoors. Her summertime is filled with lots of hiking, camping, swimming, and motorcycle riding. In the winter she’s hitting the slops at Schweitzer Mountain. Originally from southern Mississippi, Aerial is happy to now be in the Pacific Northwest with all it has to offer. She plans to make North Idaho her forever home!