Todd Friend

Originally from Camp Hill, PA, Todd began his aviation career after graduating from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach campus) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Avionics Engineering. He launched his avionics career with Northeast Air in Portland, ME, and later joined Craig Avionics in Concord, NH. After ten years in the avionics field—while also earning his pilot credentials—Todd relocated to Idaho to raise his son and start his own home electronics business. There, he specialized in home theater and home automation systems in neighboring Jackson Hole, WY. His experience with Ethernet and RS-232 networking eventually led him back to the aircraft industry as cockpit technology rapidly advanced. In 2010, Todd joined Teton Aviation Center in Driggs, ID, where he established and developed the company’s Avionics Shop and FAA Repair Station. He managed the department for 19 years, overseeing service and installation of avionics systems for general aviation aircraft, warbirds, turbine aircraft, and corporate fleets. In May 2024, Todd joined Blackhawk Aerospace as Sales Manager.