Mahlon Richards, holding the giant scissors, started Richmor Aviation in June 1967, with co-founder Joe Mormando to the right

Richmor Aviation celebrates 50 years of flight services

Having started out in 1967 with a Cessna 310 and just two employees, New York-based Richmor Aviation is celebrating 50 years in business. In that time the company has extended its operations to include management, maintenance, charter, a flight school and three FBOs.

To mark its half century the company held a ribbon cutting event at its corporate headquarters at Hudson airport hangar in conjunction with the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce. Around 75 friends, family and local officials were on hand to celebrate and enjoy a catered reception. “We are proud of this 50-year accomplishment,” says co-founder Mahlon Richards.