We are heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected passing of our friend and colleague, Shane Augur. Shane was a valued member of the Solairus Aviation family, serving as a Director of Client Services, and someone whose loss will be deeply felt by all who knew and worked alongside him. Most importantly, Shane was a loving husband to Erin and a devoted father to their two children, Grayson and Lilly. Our hearts go out to his family as they navigate a loss that no family should have to experience.

While nothing can replace Shane or ease the heartbreak his family is facing, we hope to help provide some measure of comfort and security for Grayson and Lilly's future. Solairus has established this fund to support their college educations, with an initial contribution of $25,000 from Solairus . We invite Shane's friends, colleagues, and the broader aviation community to join us in helping create opportunities for his children in the years ahead. Life is incredibly fragile, and moments like this remind us of the importance of looking after one another. We hope this fund will serve as a lasting expression of the love, friendship, and support that surrounds Shane's family, and a reminder to Grayson and Lilly of just how much their father meant to so many people.