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Key A&D Aftermarket Deals Announced
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Target: United Kingdom-based Aeropair supplies aircraft interior components and spare parts supporting cabin refurbishment, repair, and retrofit programs for commercial and regional aviation operators. The company focuses on sourcing, inventory management, and repair coordination for interior furnishings, seating, and cabin equipment that help maintain aircraft availability and cabin standards.
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Buyer: United Kingdom-based Flitetec designs and manufactures specialized aircraft components and systems supporting commercial and defense aviation applications. The company supports OEM and aftermarket programs with engineered products and certified production capabilities.
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Terms: Transaction announced on February 5, 2026. Terms not disclosed.
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Target: Atlanta, GA-based GAT Airline Ground Support provides outsourced ground handling services for commercial airlines across domestic and international airports. The company supports airline operations with ramp handling, passenger services, cargo handling, and deicing to enable efficient aircraft turnaround and airport operations.
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Buyer: Sugar Land, TX-based PrimeFlight Aviation Services provides ground handling, cargo handling, fueling, and other airport support services for commercial airlines and business aviation operators. The company supports airport and airline operations through ramp services, passenger assistance, and operational support across a large global airport network.
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Terms: Transaction announced on February 6, 2026. Terms not disclosed.
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Target: New Castle, DE-based VMS is a provider of MRO and NDT services for private sector and U.S. federal government aviation markets. The company specializes in services for Bombardier, Embraer, Dassault, Falcon, Gulfstream, and Textron aircraft. Velocity is an FAA certified repair station.
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Buyer: Canada-based Bombardier designs and manufactures business jets and related aircraft systems supporting corporate and private aviation markets worldwide. The company develops advanced aircraft platforms and provides lifecycle support including maintenance, parts distribution, and technical services.
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Terms: Transaction announced on February 9, 2026. Terms not disclosed.
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Target: Italy-based Frontline provides maintenance, repair, overhaul, and distribution services for aircraft electrical power and safety components including starter generators, lighting, cargo hooks, and oxygen systems. The company supports helicopter and fixed wing operators with certified repair, overhaul, exchange, and inventory services aligned with global aviation regulatory approvals.
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Buyer: United Kingdom-based SK AeroSafety Group provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for aircraft safety and cabin systems including oxygen systems, emergency equipment, and safety components. The company supports commercial and defense aviation operators with component repair, overhaul, and parts distribution.
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Terms: Transaction announced on February 12, 2026. Terms not disclosed.
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