Established in Clarkston, Washington in 1981, Thunder Jet began with founder Darrell Mills heading up sales, his wife Liana doing the books, and employing 1 welder, rig tech and painter. In their first year they produced just 5 boats, but that is all it took and Thunder Jet was the latest industry buzz.

30 Plus years and over 6000 boats later, Thunder Jet now holds the position as one of the most successful Aluminum boating companies to ever exist, a direct result of their superior product and continued efforts improve and adapt to the ever changing boating community’s needs.

Today Thunder Jet is the most advanced heavy gauge aluminum boat builder in North America. By utilizing and investing in the newest and best in equipment, people, and practices, Thunder Jet Boats are the highest quality, best finished, and best valued boats available today.

Our commitment is to continue finding and investing in better ways to make high quality aluminum boats affordable, fuel efficient, resilient and appealing so that more people can enjoy the experiences that boating can offer.