Greenwich AeroGroup
Greenwich AeroGroup is a privately held aviation services holding company operating five subsidiaries that deliver MRO, component overhaul, aircraft sales, charter, parts distribution, and aerospace manufacturing to business aviation, commercial, government, and military customers as authorized service centers for major OEMs.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2007
- HeadquartersWichita, United States
- Headcount501–1,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Greenwich AeroGroup does
Greenwich AeroGroup, Inc. is a privately held aviation services holding company established in 2007 and headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. It operates a network of five core subsidiaries—Western Aircraft (Boise, Idaho), Summit Aviation (Middletown, Delaware), Summit Aviation Manufacturing (Greensboro/Kernersville, North Carolina and Somerset, Kentucky), Professional Aircraft Accessories (Titusville, Florida), and Professional Aviation Associates (Atlanta, Georgia)—that collectively deliver maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), component repair and overhaul (CR&O), aircraft sales, charter and management, parts distribution, fixed-base operations (FBO), and aerospace manufacturing to general aviation, business aviation, commercial/regional airline, and government/military customers. Each subsidiary functions as an authorized service center, distributor, or dealer for major OEMs including Pilatus, Dassault Falcon, Embraer, Bell, Cessna, Sikorsky, Garmin, Collins Aerospace, Gogo Business Aviation, Williams International, and Liebherr-Aerospace, with cumulative fleet experience of more than 60 years of operating history.
The group's technical capabilities span FAA Part 145 repair station operations, FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA), AS9110C/AS9120B/ISO 9001:2015/EASA-certified component overhaul, EASA and ANAC-approved STCs, defense-grade aerostructures manufacturing (supporting Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and U.S. Navy programs including Fire Scout and Blue Angels), and proprietary products such as the patented SteerClear steering module cover and the Speed Cowl STC. Western Aircraft is the largest Pilatus dealer globally, performing more than 250 PC-12 inspections annually and 20% of all PC-24 Big Aircraft Modifications worldwide, with 145,000+ work hours on PC-12 aircraft over five years and 20,000+ FAA-approved line items in inventory.
The business model is diversified across six revenue streams: professional services MRO/CR&O (FAA-certified labor), hardware sales (parts distribution and PMA parts), aircraft sales transaction fees (Pilatus franchise plus pre-owned), aircraft management and charter under Part 135 (WestAir Charter), manufacturing sales (aerostructures and assemblies to defense primes), and FBO fuel/line services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the company sells direct through regional sales teams, account managers, and OEM-authorized dealer channels, and reaches customers via industry events, LinkedIn, YouTube, and subsidiary websites. Customer concentration is moderate, with material exposure to U.S. Navy, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and Alaska Airlines alongside a long tail of business aviation operators; defense contracts are episodic and project-driven while MRO and parts revenue is recurring by nature.
Greenwich AeroGroup firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Greenwich AeroGroup
- Legal name
- Greenwich AeroGroup, Inc.
- Website
- https://greenwichaerogroup.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2007
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 501–1,000 employees
- Short description
- Greenwich AeroGroup is a privately held aviation services holding company operating five subsidiaries that deliver MRO, component overhaul, aircraft sales, charter, parts distribution, and aerospace manufacturing to business aviation, commercial, government, and military customers as authorized service centers for major OEMs.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Greenwich AeroGroup industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services
- NAICS
- Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation (481219), Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419), Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)
- SIC
- Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Engines & Engine Parts (3724), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Parts Distribution & Spares Management (Aftermarket) (IMABALAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Avionics & Electronics Repair (Bench Repair) (IMABALAE), Primary Airframe Structures (Fuselage, Wing, Empennage) (IMABAEAA), Aircraft Management & Part 135/135-equivalent Operators (THABAFAD), Corporate & VIP Group Charter Operators (THABADAD)
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Where Greenwich AeroGroup is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Wichita
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices7 records
Markets served
Greenwich AeroGroup business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- MRO/CR&O Services: Maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for aircraft including engines, airframes, avionics, landing gear, and interior refurbishments performed by FAA Part 145 certified repair stations
- Parts Distribution: Sale and distribution of aircraft parts, rotables, avionics, instrumentation, expendables, and PMA parts to operators, FBOs, MROs, and distributors
- Aircraft Sales: Sale of new and pre-owned aircraft including Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24, with Western Aircraft surpassing $2 billion in total aircraft sales
- Charter and Aircraft Management: Charter services and aircraft management under Part 135 certificate, serving more than 5,000 airports in the US, Mexico, and Canada
- Manufacturing: Aerospace manufacturing including assemblies, detail components, tooling, STC/PMA parts for military, commercial, and general aviation applications
- Fixed Base Operations (FBO): Fuel services, line services, and ground support at Boise Airport including being the largest fuel supplier delivering more than 21 million gallons annually
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom aviation services pricing based on aircraft type, service requirements, and scope of work |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels7 records
Greenwich AeroGroup product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Greenwich AeroGroup is a holding company that owns and operates a network of aviation services companies providing aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), component repair and overhaul (CR&O), aerospace manufacturing, aircraft parts distribution, avionics installation and modification, aircraft sales, charter and management, interior refurbishment, and fixed-base operations (FBO). Through subsidiaries including Western Aircraft, Summit Aviation, Summit Aviation Manufacturing, Professional Aircraft Accessories, and Professional Aviation Associates, the group serves general, commercial, government, and military aviation operators as an authorized service center and distributor for major OEMs such as Pilatus, Dassault Falcon, Embraer, Bell, Cessna, Sikorsky, Collins Aerospace, Gogo, Garmin, and Williams International.
Product overview
Greenwich AeroGroup is a holding company operating a network of aviation services companies. The portfolio consists of five main subsidiaries: Western Aircraft (MRO, avionics, aircraft sales, charter, FBO, and parts distribution in Boise, Idaho), Summit Aviation (FAA Part 145 repair station and manufacturing in Delaware), Summit Aviation Manufacturing (aerostructure manufacturing in Kentucky and North Carolina), Professional Aircraft Accessories (component repair/overhaul and PMA in Florida), and Professional Aviation Associates (parts distribution in Georgia). These companies provide integrated capabilities across general, commercial, and military aviation sectors, including MRO/CR&O services, aircraft sales and charter, parts distribution, manufacturing, and avionics installations. The unified offering combines maintenance, manufacturing, sales, and parts support through a diversified network focused on business, commercial, and government/military aircraft.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- WestAir Charter: Charter and aircraft management division of Western Aircraft providing Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate services
- WestAir FBO
Products and services
- Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Comprehensive MRO services including scheduled maintenance, inspections (C-Inspections, 1C inspections), heavy maintenance, and repair services for various aircraft types including Dassault Falcon, Gulfstream, Cessna Citation, Embraer, Pilatus, King Air, Bell and Sikorsky platforms, performed by FAA Part 145 certified repair stations for corporate, commercial, and military operators.
- Aircraft Sales Authorized sales of new Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft through Western Aircraft's exclusive Pilatus franchise, with a U.S. dealer network. The aircraft sales division has surpassed $2 billion in cumulative aircraft sales and is the largest Pilatus dealership in the world.
- Avionics Sales and Installation Avionics upgrades and installations including Garmin G5000 Integrated Flight Deck, Garmin G500H TXi, Gogo AVANCE L5/L3 Wi-Fi systems, Starlink in-flight connectivity, Tamarack ATLAS Active Winglets, AeroLEDs lighting, Elite II upgrades, and other avionics modifications across Falcon, Gulfstream, Citation, Embraer, Pilatus, King Air, and helicopter platforms.
- Aircraft Charter and Management Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate charter services and aircraft management provided through WestAir Charter, a division of Western Aircraft. Operates a fleet including Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft with operations based in Idaho, Washington and California providing service to more than 5,000 airports in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
- Parts Distribution Distribution of more than 20,000 FAA-approved line items including rotables, avionics, instrumentation, expendables, and modification kits, with $14 million of parts inventory on hand. Stocks or manages parts for corporate, regional airlines, MRO, and FBO customers and provides immediate AOG shipment worldwide 24/7.
- Interior Refurbishments Removal, repair, modification, refurbishment and reinstallation of aircraft interiors to customer specifications, delivered through Western Aircraft's Part 145 repair station capabilities for business aviation owners and operators.
- Fixed Base Operations (FBO) Fuel support and line services for general and corporate aviation and airlines at Western Aircraft's FBO at Boise Airport on an 18-acre leasehold, including being the largest fuel supplier delivering more than 21 million gallons of fuel annually.
- Landing Gear Component Repair and Overhaul Comprehensive landing gear component repair and overhaul services delivered by Professional Aircraft Accessories (FAA Part 145 Repair Station, FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval, EASA Approved Maintenance Organization) for Boeing 737, Embraer 170/175, and various other aircraft platforms.
- Aerospace Manufacturing Aerospace manufacturing services for general aviation, commercial, law enforcement, government and defense customers including US military and foreign commercial aviation. Capabilities span assemblies and kits, detail components and manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, tooling and prototype, transmission, waterjet machining, paint, quality control, and STC/PMA. Programs include Fire Scout Faraday Cages, Blue Angels oil tank systems, MQ-8B/C Fire Scout aerostructure, and Boeing Performance Excellence programs.
- Speed Cowl Cowling System (Pilatus PC-12) Proprietary high-efficiency cowling system installation for Pilatus PC-12 aircraft that improves engine air intake efficiency, lowers ITT 20 to 30 degrees, and provides better performance, installed under STC by Western Aircraft as an authorized service center.
Quantifiable outcome
- Western Aircraft has surpassed $2 billion in total aircraft sales
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Companies that use Greenwich AeroGroup
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Greenwich AeroGroup technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
Feature3 records
Greenwich AeroGroup partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.
- Liebherr-Aerospace Saline Inc.coreProfessional Aircraft Accessories signed a five-year General Terms Agreement with Liebherr-Aerospace to provide comprehensive landing gear component repair and overhaul (CR&O) services for Embraer 170/175 aircraft. The agreement grants full access to documentation, revision services, and technical engineering support.
- Collins AerospacecoreWestern Aircraft appointed as Authorized Goodrich De-icing Service Center by Collins Aerospace for anti-skid braking systems on Pilatus PC-12 and Beechcraft King Air aircraft.
- National Airways CorporationminorProfessional Aviation Associates signed NAC, the largest general aviation company in Africa, as a distributor for Beechcraft 1900, King Air, and Embraer 120 parts.
- GarmincoreSummit Aviation is a Garmin authorized dealer and installer, receiving Garmin Bronze Dealer Award for 2019. Awarded STC for G500H TXi installation on MDHI 500N helicopters.
- Williams InternationalcoreWestern Aircraft authorized to work on Williams International FJ44 engines for various Cessna Citation Jet models, expanding from existing PC-24 authorization.
- Northrop GrummancoreSummit Aviation entered contract extension to continue building Faraday Cages for the Fire Scout program and awarded oil tank system contract for Navy's Blue Angels upgrade.
- Embraer Executive JetscoreWestern Aircraft named Embraer Executive Jets Authorized Service Center for Phenom 100/300 and Legacy 450/500 aircraft, providing full maintenance support.
- BoeingcoreBoeing awarded Summit Aviation oil tank system contract to support Navy's Blue Angels flight demonstration team aircraft upgrade from F/A-18C/D to F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
- Blackhawk ModificationscoreWestern Aircraft joined Blackhawk Modifications' global network of Authorized Dealers for aircraft modifications and upgrades.
- AeroLEDsminorWestern Aircraft named authorized distributor for AeroLEDs Light Emitting Diode (LED) products for aircraft lighting.
- TamarackminorWestern Aircraft became Tamarack dealer and completed first ATLAS Active Winglet installation on Cessna Citation CJ1+ aircraft.
- Gogo Business AviationcoreWestern Aircraft partners with Gogo Business Aviation to develop STCs for 4G service and installs AVANCE L3 and L5 in-flight connectivity systems. Western is an authorized full-service Gogo MRO dealer.
- Pilatus Aircraft LtdflagshipWestern Aircraft is Authorized Pilatus Sales and Service Center since 1996 - the largest Pilatus dealer in the world with over 230 PC-12 sales and first PC-24 delivery to dealer network.
- Advent Aircraft SystemsminorWestern Aircraft named dealer for Advent Aircraft Systems' eABS anti-skid braking system for Pilatus PC-12 and Beechcraft King Air B300 and B200 aircraft.
- Bell, Cessna, Raisbeck, SikorskycoreSummit Aviation is an approved service center for Bell, Cessna, Raisbeck and Sikorsky, specializing in engines, airframes, avionics, and mission equipment.
- Dassault Falcon JetcoreWestern Aircraft is a designated Heavy Jet Service Center and Authorized Falcon Service Center since 2001, performing C-Inspections and authorized for parts distribution.
Scale indicators12 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Greenwich AeroGroup competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- StandardAero: Independent MRO provider serving business aviation, commercial, military and helicopter operators. Comparable in offering engine and airframe MRO, component repair, and parts distribution across multiple OEM platforms, with similar diversified aviation services model.
- HAECO Americas: MRO provider for business jets, regional, and commercial aircraft, including airframe, components, and parts. Similar mix of MRO, component repair/overhaul, and OEM-authorized services.
- AAR Corp: Public aviation aftermarket services company providing MRO, parts distribution, and integrated supply chain solutions to commercial, business, and government aviation. Directly comparable parts distribution and MRO business with similar customer mix.
- Atlantic Aviation: Large US FBO and aviation services chain offering fueling, hangar, MRO, and ground services at major airports. Directly comparable FBO and business aviation services portfolio.
- Signature Flight Support: World's largest FBO network with MRO and flight support services. Comparable in fixed-base operations, fueling (21M gallons at Western Aircraft's Boise FBO), line services, and general aviation support.
- Precision Aviation Group: Provider of MRO and supply chain services to business and general aviation, helicopters, and government/defense. Closely comparable in component MRO, parts distribution, and helicopter/defense exposure.
- Jet Aviation: General Dynamics-owned business aviation services company offering MRO, FBO, aircraft management, charter, and completions globally. Closest peer in combining MRO, FBO, charter, and OEM-authorized service under one platform.
Broad incumbents
- Gulfstream Aerospace: General Dynamics-owned business jet OEM with extensive in-house MRO, completions, and parts distribution network. Competes as both an OEM (with services) and an MRO provider for large-cabin business jets.
- Textron Aviation: Manufacturer of Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft with in-house service centers for MRO, parts, and authorized service. Comparable in OEM-authorized MRO and parts network for general/business aviation.
- Honeywell Aerospace: Major aerospace systems OEM with a large aftermarket service network, including avionics, engine/APU support, and parts distribution. Overlaps with Greenwich's avionics installation and component MRO business.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Greenwich AeroGroup social profiles
Digital presenceGreenwich AeroGroup compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance10 records
Greenwich AeroGroup financial estimates
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Greenwich AeroGroup leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles12 records
Greenwich AeroGroup subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries9 records
Greenwich AeroGroup funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
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Frequently asked questions about Greenwich AeroGroup
What does Greenwich AeroGroup do?
Greenwich AeroGroup is a holding company that owns and operates a network of aviation services companies providing aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), component repair and overhaul (CR&O), aerospace manufacturing, aircraft parts distribution, avionics installation and modification, aircraft sales, charter and management, interior refurbishment, and fixed-base operations (FBO). Through subsidiaries including Western Aircraft, Summit Aviation, Summit Aviation Manufacturing, Professional Aircraft Accessories, and Professional Aviation Associates, the group serves general, commercial, government, and military aviation operators as an authorized service center and distributor for major OEMs such as Pilatus, Dassault Falcon, Embraer, Bell, Cessna, Sikorsky, Collins Aerospace, Gogo, Garmin, and Williams International.
Is Greenwich AeroGroup a public or private company?
Greenwich AeroGroup is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Greenwich AeroGroup founded?
Greenwich AeroGroup was founded in 2007. It employs 501 to 1,000 people.
Where is Greenwich AeroGroup based?
Greenwich AeroGroup is headquartered in Wichita, United States, in the North America region.
How does Greenwich AeroGroup make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. MRO/CR&O Services are the primary driver. The others are parts Distribution, aircraft Sales, charter and Aircraft Management, manufacturing and fixed Base Operations (FBO).
Who are Greenwich AeroGroup's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are StandardAero, HAECO Americas, AAR Corp, Atlantic Aviation, Signature Flight Support, Precision Aviation Group and Jet Aviation. Broad incumbents are Gulfstream Aerospace, Textron Aviation and Honeywell Aerospace.
Does Greenwich AeroGroup have an API?
No public API is recorded for Greenwich AeroGroup.
What industry is Greenwich AeroGroup in?
Greenwich AeroGroup's product category is Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABALAK, Parts Distribution & Spares Management (Aftermarket), with a secondary code of IMABALAE, Avionics & Electronics Repair (Bench Repair). Its NAICS code is 33641 and its SIC code is 3720.