AE Industrial Partners

AE Industrial Partners, established in 1998, is a private equity firm headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, with additional offices in Savannah, Georgia, and Connecticut. The firm specializes in control investments, focusing on aerospace and defense, power generation, and specialty industrial markets. It targets companies with revenues between $50 million and $1 billion, demonstrating growth of at least 5% annually, and possessing "life limited parts and service" requirements. AE Industrial Partners provides management expertise, strategic direction, and financial resources to its portfolio companies, aiming to increase their profitability and ensure long-term success.

Zach Appleman

Vice President

Marc Baliotti

Senior Managing Director

Bill Boisture

Operating Partner

Thomas Brew Jr.

Executive Vice President

Chester Brown

Senior Associate

Ben Van Buskirk

Vice President

Taylor Casey

Vice President

Thomas Churbuck

Operating Partner

Charles Compton

Managing Partner

Charlie Compton

Partner

Nathan Dickstein

Managing Director and Head of AEI Aerospace Leasing Fund

Austen Dixon

Vice President

Marc Duvall

Operating Partner

Katie Folmar

Vice President

Zeke Fraint

Vice President

Michael Green

Managing Partner

Michael Greene

Managing Partner

Robert Harper

Vice President

Brian Hickey

Managing Director

Graham Kantor

Vice President

Eugene Kim

Vice President

Melissa Klafter

Partner, CFO

Adrian Lee

Senior Associate

Jon Lusczakoski

Vice President

James McConville

Operating Partner

Andrew McElhinney

Principal

Paul McElhinney

Senior Operating Partner and Head of Portfolio Strategy and Optimization Group

Bryan McElwee

Principal

Jon Nemo

Senior Partner

Isabella Pulignano

Senior Associate

David H. Rowe

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Dev Rudra

Vice President

Charlie Santos-Buch

Partner

Mark Satran

Senior Managing Director

Brian Schettler

Partner, Head of AEI HorizonX

Peter Schumacher

Partner

Charles Short

Managing Director and Head of Capital Formation

Brandon Smith

Senior Associate

Laurence Vigeant-Langlois Ph.D

Managing Director

Louis Brothers Ph.D

Operating Partner

51 past transactions

Manifest

Series A in 2025
Manifest is a cybersecurity firm dedicated to helping businesses secure their software supply chains. The company is developing an all-in-one Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) management platform that allows organizations to effectively manage their entire SBOM processes. By providing tools to view all third-party and open-source software libraries and dependencies across an enterprise, Manifest enables organizations to identify vulnerabilities and address issues within third-party software. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance the security and integrity of software supply chains for its clients.

United Building Solutions

Acquisition in 2025
United Building Solutions is a holding company operating in the energy and mechanical construction industry. It specializes in transforming building retrofit and construction companies, enhancing their service capabilities and operational efficiency. The company offers specialized mechanical solutions and building controls, focusing on HVAC systems. By optimizing building systems and operations, United Building Solutions helps its clients improve energy efficiency and overall business performance.

Hypori

Series B in 2025
Hypori is a veteran-owned small business specializing in secure data access at the edge through its innovative zero-trust SaaS technology, Hypori Halo. This platform empowers businesses and government agencies to safeguard data by preventing its exposure outside the enterprise, whether at rest or in transit. Hypori Halo creates a secure, private virtual workspace on any endpoint device, allowing for remote access to cloud-powered enterprise applications while ensuring complete separation of personal and corporate data. By eliminating security risks and delivering a secure Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) solution, Hypori Halo protects user privacy and reduces administrative burdens associated with business programs.

Paragon Solutions

Acquisition in 2024
Paragon Solutions provides digital intelligence for both smartphone and internet surveillance.

Freeform

Venture Round in 2024
Freeform is a 3D printing company that specializes in metal 3D printing solutions for manufacturing industries. The company focuses on deploying software-defined, self-sufficient metal 3D printing factories globally, effectively merging software scalability with physical production capabilities. Freeform's proprietary technology utilizes advanced sensing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning, enabling the production of digitally verified and flawless parts at unprecedented speeds and costs. This innovative approach allows manufacturers across various sectors to transition swiftly from concept to volume production, making the advantages of 3D printing accessible to a broader range of industries.

ALL.SPACE

Series C in 2024
ALL.SPACE specializes in the development of advanced smart terminal technology aimed at enhancing connectivity across various environments, including land, sea, and air. The company, previously known as Isotropic Systems, has created the world's first next-generation smart terminal that enables seamless communication with all satellites, networks, and orbits simultaneously. Their innovative software-defined service platform features intelligent routing and edge computing capabilities, ensuring high network resilience and application performance. The S2000 range of terminals is highly customizable, offering numerous options in sizes, transmission/reception ratios, and configurations to meet diverse client needs. This modular design allows businesses to optimize their communication solutions, improve enterprise mobility, and achieve faster returns on bandwidth, ultimately expanding their customer base and increasing profitability.

Calca Solutions

Acquisition in 2024
Calca Solutions is a manufacturing company that manufactures and supplies the chemical hydrazine for various industries.

ThayerMahan

Series C in 2024
ThayerMahan is a maritime technology company focused on delivering comprehensive autonomous marine solutions for a variety of clients. The company specializes in the development of advanced underwater technologies that address maritime security challenges. Utilizing state-of-the-art acoustic and electronic sensors, ThayerMahan offers services that encompass deployment, operations, data gathering, and analysis tailored to specific missions. Its innovative tools and expertise enhance the monitoring of physical and environmental security in the oceans, safeguarding maritime food supplies, trade routes, industrial infrastructure, and borders.

Firefly Aerospace

Series C in 2023
Firefly Aerospace is a space transportation company that designs, manufactures, and operates reliable launch vehicles to provide economical and convenient access to space for small payloads. The company focuses on the market's need for flexible access to space, employing a "simplest/soonest" approach to technology selection. Firefly's launch vehicles leverage commercial off-the-shelf components from U.S. suppliers to minimize development time and maximize reliability.

Solestial

Venture Round in 2023
Solestial, Inc. is a solar energy company focused on developing innovative solar panels specifically designed for use in space. Its core technology features an ultra-thin silicon solar cell that can self-repair radiation damage at normal operating temperatures, packaged in a flexible, lightweight panel. These panels are engineered to experience minimal degradation over a lifespan of up to 10 years in low Earth orbit. Solestial's manufacturing process allows for mass production using automated machines, resulting in costs that are 90% lower than traditional technologies and offering virtually unlimited capacity. By addressing the energy needs of current satellite constellations and future utility-scale infrastructure in space, Solestial is contributing to the development of the emerging space economy.

Yingling Aviation

Acquisition in 2023
Yingling Aviation is an aviation company based in Wichita, Kansas, that provides a comprehensive range of services to business aviation and government clients. The company specializes in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, including airframe maintenance, engine repairs, and avionics installations and upgrades. In addition to these services, Yingling Aviation offers fixed-base operator (FBO) services, which encompass accommodation, planning rooms, and crew car services. The company also engages in the sale of aircraft, propellers, and parts, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of its clients while delivering custom interior designs and aircraft painting services.

ThayerMahan

Venture Round in 2023
ThayerMahan is a maritime technology company focused on delivering comprehensive autonomous marine solutions for a variety of clients. The company specializes in the development of advanced underwater technologies that address maritime security challenges. Utilizing state-of-the-art acoustic and electronic sensors, ThayerMahan offers services that encompass deployment, operations, data gathering, and analysis tailored to specific missions. Its innovative tools and expertise enhance the monitoring of physical and environmental security in the oceans, safeguarding maritime food supplies, trade routes, industrial infrastructure, and borders.

REDLattice

Acquisition in 2023
REDLattice is a cybersecurity consulting firm that offers specialized services to clients in the national security, defense, and commercial sectors in the United States. The company focuses on vulnerability research, reverse engineering, tool development, and malware analysis, leveraging the expertise of its engineers and developers to enhance security measures. By addressing critical areas of cybersecurity, REDLattice aims to help clients protect and secure essential data that is vital for mission success. Through its advanced operational capabilities, the firm supports organizations in navigating the complexities of modern cybersecurity threats.

Solestial

Seed Round in 2022
Solestial, Inc. is a solar energy company focused on developing innovative solar panels specifically designed for use in space. Its core technology features an ultra-thin silicon solar cell that can self-repair radiation damage at normal operating temperatures, packaged in a flexible, lightweight panel. These panels are engineered to experience minimal degradation over a lifespan of up to 10 years in low Earth orbit. Solestial's manufacturing process allows for mass production using automated machines, resulting in costs that are 90% lower than traditional technologies and offering virtually unlimited capacity. By addressing the energy needs of current satellite constellations and future utility-scale infrastructure in space, Solestial is contributing to the development of the emerging space economy.

York Space Systems

Acquisition in 2022
York Space Systems LLC is a spacecraft manufacturer based in Denver, Colorado, established in 2012. The company specializes in developing the S-Class platform, a 3-axis stabilized spacecraft designed for mass production and intended for deployment in satellite constellations. This platform supports a diverse array of missions, including earth observation, weather monitoring, and communication services. York Space Systems offers a range of spacecraft models, including S-class, S/LS-class, S/LS2-class, and S/LX2-class, each equipped with advanced features such as dedicated payload flight computers, mass memory units, and high-rate transmitters. The company's innovative design aims to provide clients with affordable, reliable, and safe spacecraft solutions, thereby transforming space mission operations on a global scale.

Terran Orbital

Post in 2022
Terran Orbital Corporation specializes in the manufacture of picosatellites, cubesats, and nanosatellites, catering to government and commercial clients. The company provides a range of integrated systems, including the Intrepid platform for cubesat and nanosatellite missions, and the Endeavour spacecraft bus, which offers advanced subsystems like high-speed communications and attitude control. Additionally, Terran Orbital develops radiation-tolerant FPGA-based computer systems and offers a variety of support services, such as mission consulting, satellite development, and launch services. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including enterprises, universities, and government agencies, primarily in the United States and Europe. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Terran Orbital aims to deliver cost-effective aerospace solutions through its comprehensive approach to satellite design, production, and mission operations.

Firefly Aerospace

Series B in 2022
Firefly Aerospace is a space transportation company that designs, manufactures, and operates reliable launch vehicles to provide economical and convenient access to space for small payloads. The company focuses on the market's need for flexible access to space, employing a "simplest/soonest" approach to technology selection. Firefly's launch vehicles leverage commercial off-the-shelf components from U.S. suppliers to minimize development time and maximize reliability.

Firefly Aerospace

Secondary Market in 2022
Firefly Aerospace is a space transportation company that designs, manufactures, and operates reliable launch vehicles to provide economical and convenient access to space for small payloads. The company focuses on the market's need for flexible access to space, employing a "simplest/soonest" approach to technology selection. Firefly's launch vehicles leverage commercial off-the-shelf components from U.S. suppliers to minimize development time and maximize reliability.

Sierra Space

Series A in 2021
Sierra Space is a prominent commercial space company focused on innovating and commercializing space activities. With over 30 years of experience and a legacy of 500 missions, the company is transforming space transportation through its Dream Chaser, the only commercial spaceplane, and advancing space habitation with inflatable and expandable space station technology. Sierra Space employs commercial business models to provide orbital services to various sectors, including commercial enterprises and national security organizations, while enhancing its production capacity to support constellation programs. Additionally, the company develops a wide range of systems and subsystems, including solar power, mechanics, environmental control, life support, propulsion, and thermal control, thereby offering diverse space-as-a-service solutions tailored for the emerging space economy.

Quincus

Series B in 2021
Quincus is a logistics management platform that focuses on optimizing supply chain operations through technology and data analytics. Established in 2014, the company provides a solution that automates manual tasks, enhances operational efficiency, and offers real-time visibility across the supply chain ecosystem. Its platform features an open API and a vehicle management dashboard, allowing companies to digitalize paper-based processes and significantly reduce time spent on routine activities like data entry. Quincus serves a diverse clientele, including well-known brands across various regions such as Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, and the UAE, positioning itself as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to adapt swiftly to market changes.

Fire Team Solutions

Venture Round in 2021
Fire Team Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that delivers a broad range of premier engineering, development, and programmatic services to customers across the Department of Defense and Intelligence community.

Healthway Home Products

Acquisition in 2021
HealthWay Home Products, Inc. specializes in indoor environmental solutions, providing advanced air purification systems for a variety of settings, including medical facilities, clean rooms, residences, and hospitality venues. The company’s patented Disinfecting Filtration System (DFS) technology is designed to trap microorganisms and ensure continuous germicidal exposure, making it suitable for critical environments such as hospitals, schools, and commercial buildings. HealthWay's product range includes professional DFS air filtration, tabletop air purification units, self-contained blowers, inline systems, and ceiling-mounted solutions. Founded in 2003 and based in Pulaski, New York, HealthWay serves diverse markets, including healthcare, education, public safety, and entertainment, distributing its products through representatives and dealers worldwide.

ALL.SPACE

Series B in 2021
ALL.SPACE specializes in the development of advanced smart terminal technology aimed at enhancing connectivity across various environments, including land, sea, and air. The company, previously known as Isotropic Systems, has created the world's first next-generation smart terminal that enables seamless communication with all satellites, networks, and orbits simultaneously. Their innovative software-defined service platform features intelligent routing and edge computing capabilities, ensuring high network resilience and application performance. The S2000 range of terminals is highly customizable, offering numerous options in sizes, transmission/reception ratios, and configurations to meet diverse client needs. This modular design allows businesses to optimize their communication solutions, improve enterprise mobility, and achieve faster returns on bandwidth, ultimately expanding their customer base and increasing profitability.

Cross-Fire & Security

Acquisition in 2021
Cross-Fire & Security is a safety company specializing in the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, monitoring, and servicing of state-of-the-art fire and life safety systems.

BigBear.ai

Acquisition in 2021
BigBear.ai is a technology-focused company that specializes in decision intelligence solutions tailored for the national defense and intelligence sectors. The company offers a wide range of high-end capabilities, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, and advanced analytics. Its services encompass offensive and defensive cybersecurity, data management, cloud solutions, digital engineering, and systems integration. BigBear.ai operates through two main segments: Cyber & Engineering and Analytics, serving various markets such as supply chains, logistics, autonomous systems, and cybersecurity. By leveraging its expertise in data and digital technologies, BigBear.ai aims to provide information superiority and robust decision support to its clients.

Edge Autonomy

Acquisition in 2021
Edge Autonomy is a manufacturer of unmanned aircraft vehicles that serves both government and private sectors, including the navy and aerospace industries. The company focuses on developing autonomous flight control software, avionics, and ground control station software, alongside systems integration and design engineering. Additionally, Edge Autonomy specializes in imaging payloads and airframe fabrication. Its products are designed to enhance endurance and performance across a wide range of customer missions, particularly in challenging environments, while minimizing ground support requirements.

Pangiam

Acquisition in 2020
Pangiam is a public-private partnership focused on enhancing operations, security, and safety at airports, seaports, and land border crossings through innovative technologies. The company develops customized software solutions tailored for federal government and commercial clients, specializing in areas such as facial recognition, biometrics, machine learning, and microservice architectures. By leveraging these advanced technologies, Pangiam aims to improve the overall citizen experience while contributing to a more secure environment in transportation hubs.

Linkware Group

Acquisition in 2020
Linkware is a small business privately held company, profitable since its inception in 2011.

NuWave Solutions

Acquisition in 2020
NuWave Solutions, LLC is a technology firm founded in 1999 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia. The company specializes in providing data management, analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies. It serves a diverse clientele in both public and private sectors, offering advanced decision support solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities for government and business leaders. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, NuWave Solutions aims to address complex challenges and deliver impactful insights to its customers.

Redwire Space (formerly Deep Space Systems)

Acquisition in 2020
Deep Space Systems is a Colorado-based company that specializes in the design, development, integration, testing, and operation of spacecraft for science, technology, and exploration purposes. The company offers a range of products, including integrated spacecraft, fully qualified space components, and ground support equipment, as well as software solutions. Its engineering expertise encompasses the design and analysis of various space systems and subsystems, such as structures, mechanisms, propulsion, power, thermal management, telecommunications, avionics, optical systems, and instrumentation. With a skilled engineering team and advanced tools, Deep Space Systems aims to address the diverse challenges faced in the aerospace sector.

ThayerMahan

Venture Round in 2020
ThayerMahan is a maritime technology company focused on delivering comprehensive autonomous marine solutions for a variety of clients. The company specializes in the development of advanced underwater technologies that address maritime security challenges. Utilizing state-of-the-art acoustic and electronic sensors, ThayerMahan offers services that encompass deployment, operations, data gathering, and analysis tailored to specific missions. Its innovative tools and expertise enhance the monitoring of physical and environmental security in the oceans, safeguarding maritime food supplies, trade routes, industrial infrastructure, and borders.

Adcole Maryland Aerospace

Acquisition in 2020
Adcole Maryland Aerospace specializes in the design, manufacture, integration, test, and operation of small satellites and spacecraft components. The Company combines new space technologies with a rich heritage in space flight and proven traditional space hardware to meet the emerging needs of the aerospace industry. Adcole’s team of engineers have a diverse range of skill sets and decades of mission experience, and combined with its state-of-the-art cleanroom facility, enable the Company to deliver end-to-end space systems that meet exacting quality standards.

G.S Precision

Acquisition in 2020
G.S Precision is a manufacturer specializing in high-precision machined components and complex assemblies tailored for the aerospace and defense industries. The company produces a diverse array of components utilized in both new production and aftermarket applications. G.S Precision works with various materials, including high-temperature nickel alloys, titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum. By focusing on quality, efficiency, and reliability, the company meets the manufacturing needs of its clients, ensuring that they receive durable and precise components essential for their operations.

American Pacific

Acquisition in 2020
American Pacific Corporation is a manufacturer of specialty chemicals, primarily serving the aerospace, defense, and fire protection industries. The company produces a range of oxidizers, including ammonium perchlorate, which is vital for solid rocket motors used in aerospace applications and national defense. In addition to oxidizers, American Pacific manufactures halocarbon-based fire extinguishing agents and sodium azide for the pharmaceutical sector and other industries. Founded in 1955 and based in Cedar City, Utah, with an additional office in Las Vegas, Nevada, American Pacific has established itself as a key supplier in its field. The company operates several manufacturing facilities across California, Texas, and Utah, ensuring compliance with government and regulatory standards.

Aim mro

Acquisition in 2019
AIM MRO, LLC is a materials management company based in Miamiville, Ohio, specializing in customized products and component repair solutions for maintenance, repair, and operating service shops in the aerospace and land-based turbine sectors. Established in 1993, AIM MRO operates internationally, with additional offices in Singapore, Brazil, Dubai, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The company offers a wide range of products, including blending and finishing products, diffusion braze presintered preforms, masking solutions, thermal sprays, and various welding materials. In addition to its product offerings, AIM MRO provides engineering, prototyping, machining, and inventory management services, which support businesses in maintaining efficient operations in their manufacturing facilities.

Triman Industries

Acquisition in 2019
Triman Industries, Inc. is a distributor of fasteners and electronic components, primarily serving the military and commercial sectors. Founded in 1994 and located in West Berlin, New Jersey, the company offers a wide range of products, including lock washers, nuts, machine screws, springs, clamps, capacitors, connectors, and semiconductors. In addition to its product offerings, Triman Industries provides specialized services such as military specification packaging, government source inspection, and customized crating. The company caters to defense logistics agencies and defense contractors, positioning itself as a full-service supplier in the military, aerospace, and defense industries.

Columbia Helicopters

Acquisition in 2019
Columbia Helicopters, LLC specializes in the design, manufacture, and operation of commercial heavy-lift helicopters, providing vital lifting services across various industries including forestry, construction, petroleum exploration, film production, government operations, disaster relief, and wildfire suppression. In addition to aerial services, the company offers comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for both commercial and military aircraft, catering to clients in diverse locations such as the United States, Canada, and several countries in South America, Asia, and Australia. Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Aurora, Oregon, Columbia Helicopters also has offices in Lima, Peru, and Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Its expertise extends to depot-level maintenance and airframe services, ensuring the operational readiness of aircraft through both minor modifications and major structural repairs.

Alpine Air Express

Acquisition in 2019
Alpine Air Express is a logistics and transportation company specializing in regional air cargo services. As a Part 135 air cargo operator, it has established a reputation for safe and reliable transportation, primarily serving growth markets in the Mountain Region of the Western United States. The company offers on-demand contract services, focusing on the timely transportation of mail, packages, and other time-sensitive cargo. Alpine Air Express is committed to delivering cost-effective shipping solutions while ensuring on-time performance for its clients.

Resolute Industrial

Acquisition in 2019
Resolute Industrial is an independent provider of specialized solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) across North America. The company specializes in compressor remanufacturing, chiller rental, and refrigerant storage, catering to mission-critical applications. With a strategically located network of depots, Resolute Industrial offers rental services for air conditioners, heaters, chillers, and dehumidifiers, allowing both commercial and non-commercial clients to address their urgent cooling needs. Since its separation from Johnson Controls in 2015, Resolute Industrial has focused on delivering high-quality service to a diverse range of customers in the HVAC industry.

Gryphon Technologies

Acquisition in 2018
Gryphon is a premier engineering and technical services firm providing support to national security and coalition forces. Gryphon provides our Defense clients with the systems analysis, integration, and program management skills necessary to manage the development and operations of their mission critical systems. Gryphon Technologies is CMMI Level 3 rated and has consistently been named one of the 50 fastest growing technology companies.

FMI

Acquisition in 2017
FMI has been involved in specialized component manufacturing since 1992, focusing on recruiting skilled professionals to enhance its operations. The company prides itself on its experienced workforce, with many employees having been with FMI for over 15 years. This longevity contributes to a depth of expertise that enables FMI to consistently deliver high-quality products to its clients in a timely manner.

BHI Energy

Acquisition in 2017
BHI Energy specializes in providing on-site specialty maintenance, radiation protection, and staffing services primarily to the power generation, oil and gas, and electricity transmission and distribution sectors. The company focuses on delivering project management and support services, including maintenance, modification, and construction solutions for power-generating and government facilities. BHI Energy aims to build enduring relationships with its customers by aligning its operational objectives with theirs, ensuring effective asset management and service. Through its commitment to high-quality service and strong partnerships, BHI Energy plays a crucial role in supporting the energy industry's operational needs.

CDI

Acquisition in 2017
CDI Corp., headquartered in Philadelphia, is a prominent provider of engineering and information technology outsourcing solutions, along with professional staffing services. The company operates through several divisions, including CDI Engineering Solutions, CDI IT Solutions, CDI AndersElite Limited, and Management Recruiters International, Inc. With a presence across North America and joint ventures in Kuwait and Mexico, CDI Engineering Solutions specializes in engineering outsourcing, project management, and professional services for Global 1000 clients. Its clientele spans various sectors, including aerospace, government services, infrastructure, life sciences, and process and industrial markets.

Moeller Aerospace

Acquisition in 2016
Moeller Aerospace, located in Wixom, Michigan, specializes in the manufacturing of precision machined parts for the gas turbine aircraft engine and power generation sectors. The company produces a variety of components including turbine airfoils, blades, vanes, nozzles, seals, dampers, and locking mechanisms, utilizing advanced materials such as Inconel, nickel alloys, and titanium. Moeller Aerospace is particularly known for its expertise in hot- and cold-section turbine airfoils and has a dedicated unit for machining titanium-aluminide low-pressure turbine blades. Additionally, the company offers proprietary products like Click-Loc and FlexThread, which include self-locking fluid fittings, fasteners, and borescope plugs, thereby enhancing its reputation as a leader in the aerospace manufacturing industry.

AC&A

Acquisition in 2016
AC&A, LLC specializes in providing composite and metallic parts and tooling to the aerospace, defense, space, and specialty automobile industries, with a focus on carbon composite capabilities. The company excels in both tool generation and component part manufacturing for its core markets, as well as emerging sectors like space and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Known for its expertise in producing solutions for challenging-to-manufacture parts, AC&A has built a strong reputation and client base of blue-chip customers within its key markets, positioning itself as a reliable and innovative partner in the industry.

The Aircraft Group

Acquisition in 2016
The Aircraft Group, founded in 1990 and based in Phoenix, Arizona, specializes in commercial aviation asset and transaction management, earning a global reputation for excellence. The company offers a comprehensive range of aircraft consulting services, including assistance with the purchase, sale, and leasing of various types of commercial aircraft. Its expertise encompasses tracking aircraft maintenance, evaluating economic exposure, and monitoring revisions to technical requirements from manufacturers. Additionally, The Aircraft Group provides inspections of associated costs, timely reporting, and services such as negotiating lease and sale agreements, managing re-marketing programs, and conducting trend analysis. With advanced technology and technical skills, the company caters to a diverse client base, ensuring effective and efficient management of aviation assets.

Belcan

Acquisition in 2015
Belcan is an engineering services company that provides a wide range of solutions, including design, software development, manufacturing, supply chain management, and information technology. The company serves various industries, notably aerospace, defense, automotive, industrial, pharmaceutical, electronics, and government sectors. Belcan specializes in engineering project management and technical staffing, delivering consultancy, supply chain services, and data analytics. Their experienced team enables the company to offer flexible, scalable, and cost-effective services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients.

Kellstrom Commercial Aerospace

Acquisition in 2015
Kellstrom Commercial Aerospace serves as a vital supply chain partner for air transport providers and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) organizations. The company is distinguished by its operational experience and extensive inventory management, offering immediate access to a broad selection of new and pre-owned aircraft parts suitable for engine and airframe maintenance, including heavy checks and line maintenance. Kellstrom provides a range of supply chain solutions that are both effective and cost-efficient, encompassing new OEM parts distribution, consignment management, pre-owned parts distribution, repair management, and overhauled rotable components. Additionally, the company facilitates parts exchange, whole engine assets, and fleet provisioning programs, leveraging its practical experience to meet the needs of its clients in the aviation industry.

AeroSat Corporation

Venture Round in 2008
AeroSat Corporation specializes in the design, manufacture, and supply of advanced aircraft antenna systems for commercial and business aviation, as well as military applications. With over a decade of experience, the company focuses on providing innovative aviation communication solutions that ensure reliable global broadband and television services for passengers and crew. AeroSat's product lineup includes a range of Ku-band antenna systems, such as fuselage-mounted and tail-mounted antennas, which facilitate high-speed internet connectivity in flight and at the gate. The company has installed over 300 commercial TV antennas, overcoming challenges like weak signals and adverse weather conditions. AeroSat holds multiple certifications, including ISO 9001:2000 and FAA Parts Manufacturer Authority, and its products are certified for use on various aircraft models from manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. The company aims to become the standard in aviation connectivity and plans to introduce next-generation airborne communication solutions in the near future.

AeroSat Corporation

Venture Round in 2006
AeroSat Corporation specializes in the design, manufacture, and supply of advanced aircraft antenna systems for commercial and business aviation, as well as military applications. With over a decade of experience, the company focuses on providing innovative aviation communication solutions that ensure reliable global broadband and television services for passengers and crew. AeroSat's product lineup includes a range of Ku-band antenna systems, such as fuselage-mounted and tail-mounted antennas, which facilitate high-speed internet connectivity in flight and at the gate. The company has installed over 300 commercial TV antennas, overcoming challenges like weak signals and adverse weather conditions. AeroSat holds multiple certifications, including ISO 9001:2000 and FAA Parts Manufacturer Authority, and its products are certified for use on various aircraft models from manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. The company aims to become the standard in aviation connectivity and plans to introduce next-generation airborne communication solutions in the near future.

Solestial

Solestial, Inc. is a solar energy company focused on developing innovative solar panels specifically designed for use in space. Its core technology features an ultra-thin silicon solar cell that can self-repair radiation damage at normal operating temperatures, packaged in a flexible, lightweight panel. These panels are engineered to experience minimal degradation over a lifespan of up to 10 years in low Earth orbit. Solestial's manufacturing process allows for mass production using automated machines, resulting in costs that are 90% lower than traditional technologies and offering virtually unlimited capacity. By addressing the energy needs of current satellite constellations and future utility-scale infrastructure in space, Solestial is contributing to the development of the emerging space economy.
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