Innovating the Skies
Engine-Safe Smoke Systems Proven in Flight. Trusted Worldwide.
Precision-engineered smoke systems designed for safety, reliability, and performance in the world’s most demanding flight environments.
IN ACTIVE SERVICE WORLDWIDE
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Indian Air Force
KAI T-50 Golden Eagle
Aero L-39 Albatros
Flying Bulls
HAF F-16 “Zeus”
Belgian Military F-16
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
SANDERS x PELICAN
Rugged transport solutions for mission-critical smoke systems
We’ve partnered with Pelican, the leader in rugged protective cases, to deliver custom-engineered transport and storage solutions for our engine safe smoke systems. Each case is purpose-built to protect critical equipment in demanding operational environments.
- Custom-fitted cases for Smokewinder and SCSG-5 systems
- Engineered for global deployment and repeated handling
- Built to withstand extreme conditions in transit and on the flight line
Available in two configurations:
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LEADERSHIP & OPERATIONS
Decades of experience supporting safe, proven smoke systems worldwide.
Founded by Frank and Ruth Sanders, Sanders Smoke Technologies has been building and selling self-contained smoke generators since 1973. Frank flew air shows across the country in his British Hawker Sea Fury, however, he felt his show needed something more but didn’t want a smoke system that went through the engine. Thus, the idea for a self-contained system was born.
Today, the business is still family owned and operated. Dennis Sanders, son of Ruth and Frank, sits in the CEO position of the company. Shannon Sanders Swager, Granddaughter of Ruth and Frank, and Daughter of Dennis, is the CFO.
Chief Financial Officer
Shannon Sanders Swager
Shannon@sanderssmoke.com
Work: 209-274-2955
Shannon oversees financial operations and long-term planning, helping ensure the company remains stable, thoughtful, and family-led.
President
Joel Swager
Joel@sanderssmoke.com
Work: 209-274-2955
Joel leads daily operations and helps guide the company’s direction, balancing long-standing tradition with practical, forward-looking leadership.
Logistics Coordinator
Kirsten Volmer
kirsten@sanderssmoke.com
Work: 209-274-2955
Kirsten supports logistics and coordination across the company, helping keep operations organized, responsive, and on track.
Shop Dog
Bendix
bendix@sanderssmoke.com
Work: Chief morale officer and office favorite.
Accepts payment in treats.
CONTACT US
Get in touch with the aerospace smoke experts.
info@sanderssmoke.com
+1 (209) 274-2955
17149 Lambert Rd. Ione, CA 95640 USA
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