Name

Shadin Avionics

Legal name

Shadin L.P.

Website

https://shadin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Avionics Data Conversion & Fuel Management Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Avionics Software, Certification & Safety-Critical Systems (DO-178/DO-254) (IMABAFAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits (IMABAFAL), Engine Control, Fuel & Ignition Systems (FADEC/Accessories) (IMABADAK)

Keywords

• Avionics data converters
• Fuel flow management systems
• Engine trend monitoring
• Aircraft interface systems
• Certified avionics manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Eden Prairie

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Avionics Products Sales: Sale of avionics products including AIS data converters, fuel flow systems, engine trend monitors, air data computers, and related components. Products sold directly to aircraft manufacturers, defense primes, and operators.
2. FAA Part 145 Repair Station Services: Certified repair station enabling evaluation and repair of avionics products from Shadin and other OEMs. Generates service revenue from maintenance and repair activities.
3. PMA (Parts Manufacturer Authorization): FAA-PMA certification allows manufacturing and sale of replacement parts for aircraft systems, generating recurring revenue from standard fuel flow transducer sales installed on new aircraft.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Shadin Avionics designs, manufactures, and supports certified avionics data-conversion, fuel-management, and engine-monitoring products for commercial, business, defense, special-mission, unmanned, and general aviation aircraft. Core offerings include the AIS configurable converter platform family, the software-free Volta converter series, fuel flow transducers and indicators, Engine Trend Monitors, Air Data Computers, the flyTab iPad interface module, and the DARALT radar altimeter converter, all supported by an FAA Part 145 Repair Station.

Product overview

Shadin Avionics is a global leader in aviation electronics integration and data management solutions. The company offers two main product lines: the AIS (Avionics Interface System) configurable converter platform family and the Volta software-free converter series. The AIS product family includes the AIS-360 Digital, AIS-370 Ethernet, AIS-380 Analog, AIS-450 Synchro, AIS-460 MIL-STD-1553, AIS-800 Engine, and AIS-100 Memory platforms, which enable various data conversion applications including ARINC 429, Ethernet, analog, synchro, and military 1553 protocols. The Volta Series provides software-free, plug-and-play solutions with the Volta-60 (Discrete to ARINC 429) and Volta-80 (Radio Altimeter Converter). Additionally, Shadin offers fuel flow management systems (transducers, RemoteFlo, and fuel flow indicators), Engine Trend Monitors (ETM), Air Data Computers, and the flyTab iPad Aircraft Interface Module. Recently introduced is the DARALT Series for digital to analog radar altimeter conversion. All products support aircraft modernization and NextGen avionics mandates.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AIS-360 Digital Data Converter Platform Versatile digital data converter platform converting ARINC 429, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, discrete, and MIL-STD-1553 data. Configurable to meet specific customer needs while remaining certifiable up to DO-178C DAL A. Used by aircraft manufacturers and operators for avionics data integration.
• AIS-370 Ethernet Data Converter Platform Ethernet-based digital data converter platform capable of converting Ethernet, digital, serial, analog and discrete inputs/outputs using ARINC 429 and other avionic protocols.
• AIS-380 Analog Data Converter Platform Digital to analog data conversion platform enabling simple and cost-effective solutions to custom data conversion needs.
• AIS-450 Synchro Data Converter Platform Digital/Synchro Data Converter Platform converting ARINC 429 to synchro heading, pitch, and roll with synchro output accuracy better than +/- 0.1 degrees.
• AIS-460 MIL-STD-1553 Data Converter Platform Military-grade data converter platform for MIL-STD-1553 to ARINC 429 data conversion, designed for defense applications and MIL-SPEC requirements.
• AIS-800 Engine Data Converter Platform Engine data converter platform for integrating engine monitoring and management systems with aircraft avionics.
• AIS-100 Memory/USB QAR (Quick Access Recorder) USB QAR platform with memory capabilities for flight data recording and retrieval, with optional 4G cellular transceiver for cloud connectivity in aircraft weight and balance applications.
• Volta-60 Discrete to ARINC 429 Converter Software-free discrete to ARINC 429 converter with rugged sealed enclosure, Mil-Standard circular connector, DO-160 qualified; weighs less than 1 pound and consumes under 10 watts.
• Volta-80 Radio Altimeter Converter Software-free Radio Altimeter Converter in the Volta Series for radar altimeter data conversion.
• DARALT Series Digital-to-Analog Radar Altimeter Converter Digital to Analog (D/A) Radar Altimeter Converter Series enabling new radar altimeters to be installed in fixed wing and rotorcraft, ARINC 552 compliant, designed for 5G resistant radar altimeter installations.
• Fuel Flow Transducers Industry-standard fuel flow measurement transducers for piston and turbine engines, available in various sizes with k-factor for converting raw output to Gallons Per Hour; temperature rated for 100°C environments.
• RemoteFlo Fuel Flow Management System Remote fuel flow system displaying real-time fuel flow information on GPS or Flight Management System, providing Specific Range, Fuel to Destination, Fuel Reserve, Endurance, Fuel Used, and Fuel Remaining.
• Fuel Flow Indicators (Digiflo-L and Microflo-L) Cockpit fuel management indicators providing complete fuel management information under real flight conditions without manual data entry. Digiflo-L and Microflo-L remain in production; Miniflo-L was retired in 2022.
• Engine Trend Monitors (ETM) Engine monitoring systems for Fixed Wing, Helicopter, and USB Recorder applications, monitoring engine parameters and trends for maintenance and performance optimization.
• Air Data Computers Digital air data computers processing altitude, airspeed, and other atmospheric data for aircraft systems.
• flyTab iPad Aircraft Interface Module (AIM) TSO-certified data converter integrating iPad into the cockpit for real-time flight data; provides ARINC 429 interface for two iPads from a single unit. Developed in partnership with ASIG.
• Legacy Data Converters Historical and legacy data converter products supporting older aircraft systems and retrofit applications.
• AIS-360 ADS-B Out Flight ID Adapter (AFID) Certifiable AIS-360 platform solution providing Flight ID enhancement for the Collins TDR-94/94D Transponder, addressing ADS-B Out Flight ID integration.
• FAA Part 145 Repair Station Services Certified FAA and EASA Part 145 Repair Station service for evaluation and repair of Shadin products and other OEM avionics; RMA request system available.

Quantifiable outcome

• Custom flight critical ARINC 429 converter delivered in 24 days for Sikorsky helicopter
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• MerlincoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2025Collaboration with Merlin on custom Remote Data Concentrator (RDC) development. The RDC ingests analog data from aircraft sensors, converts to digital format, and transmits to Merlin's flight control computers for autonomous flight capabilities. FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization secured. System adaptable for C-130J and KC-135 aircraft.
• Advent Aircraft SystemsmajorTechnology or Integration · 24 April 2017AIS-380 configured as Digital Electronic Control Unit (DECU) for Advent's eABS anti-skid braking system on Pilatus PC-12NG. Successful flight test exceeding operator expectations. STC expected for PC-12.
• CMD Flight SolutionsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 March 2017Joint FAA approval on ADS-B Out Flight ID solution for Collins TDR-94/94D Transponder. Shadin's AIS-360 certifiable platform combined with CMD's STC expertise. Solution saves up to $15,000 per installation. Partnership expected to be important component for future STCs.
• Avionics & Systems Integration Group (ASIG)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 August 2013Co-development partner for flyTab iPad Aircraft Interface Module (AIM). ASIG contributed to first FAA-conforming Class 2 iPad EFB certification. flyTab enables real-time flight data integration with iPad applications.
• SpatiOS (AppOrchard company)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 August 2013Software partner for flyTab solution. Developed Software Developers Kit (SDK) enabling airlines, OEMs, and aircraft manufacturers to develop iOS applications for flight data display.
• MotorflugminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 May 2011German integration facility (Baden Baden) for Bell 206/407 fuel transducer installation and retrofit for European market. Assisted with EASA STC acquisition.
• Electronic Concepts and Engineering (ECE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company under Maverick Investment Company umbrella. Full-service electronic OEM product development and manufacturing supplier specializing in Military, Aerospace, Automotive, and Industrial markets. Capabilities include hardware/software design, control system modeling, mechanical/environmental/PCB design. Partnership enabling Embedded Control System Platform development.
• Avix (Avix Aero)majorTechnology or IntegrationShadin AIS-100 with 4G cellular transceiver integrated into Avix Weight & Balance system for Boeing 737-NG, 777, and other aircraft. System uses pressure sensors in aircraft struts for real-time weight and center of gravity measurement, transmitted via Shadin device to cloud for calculations.
• Aero DynamixminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNVG (Night Vision Goggle) capability provider for Shadin fuel flow transducers and displays. Partnership enables NVG-compatible upgrades for Bell 206/407 and other helicopter installations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• GE Aerospace: GE Aerospace (formerly part of Aviage Systems joint venture, where Shadin's CEO was VP Strategy) is a broad aerospace incumbent supplying engine and avionics systems. While GE focuses on higher-level systems, it competes indirectly via integrated engine data interfaces that overlap with Shadin's AIS-800 engine data converter platform.
• L3Harris Technologies: L3Harris is a large defense electronics prime supplying avionics, mission computers, and data links across military aircraft platforms. L3Harris competes with Shadin's AIS-460 MIL-STD-1553 converter and engine monitoring products in the defense integration market.
• Garmin: Garmin is a dominant avionics supplier in general aviation and rotorcraft, offering integrated flight decks, transponders, and engine instruments. Garmin competes with Shadin's Microflo-L fuel flow and RemoteFlo systems in light aircraft and helicopter installations (Cirrus, Robinson, Bell).
• Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell is a broad incumbent avionics supplier with full cockpit, navigation, and flight management systems. Shadin's CEO Mike Ingram previously ran Honeywell's Avionics Business Unit. While Honeywell is much larger, its integrated avionics suites increasingly interface with or compete against Shadin's converter solutions.
• Collins Aerospace (RTX): Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies business, is a broad incumbent supplying avionics, transponders (TDR-94/94D), and integrated cockpit systems. Shadin's AIS-360 ADS-B solution and flyTab AIM integrate with Collins transponders, making Collins both a partner and adjacent incumbent competitor.
• Thales Avionics: Thales is a European incumbent supplying avionics, flight management, and cockpit systems across commercial and military platforms. Shadin's EASA STCs and European channel partner (Motorflug) place it in adjacent competition to Thales in rotorcraft and business aviation retrofit markets.

Emerging players

• Avidyne Corporation: Avidyne is a smaller avionics supplier focused on general aviation flight decks (IFD540/550), ADS-B, and datalink products. Shadin's CEO previously held senior roles at Avidyne, and the companies overlap in the Cirrus and general aviation ecosystem where Shadin's fuel flow and engine monitoring products are also standard.

Direct peers

• Data Device Corporation (DDC): DDC is a leading manufacturer of high-reliability data bus products, including ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, and Ethernet interface cards for aerospace and defense. DDC directly competes with Shadin's AIS-360 and AIS-460 data converter platforms serving similar avionics integration and protocol conversion use cases.
• Excalibur Systems: Excalibur Systems designs and manufactures avionics data bus interface cards, converters, and test/analysis equipment for MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and Ethernet. The company competes with Shadin's configurable AIS converter platforms, particularly in defense integration and test applications.
• Astronics Corporation: Astronics is the closest direct peer to Shadin, with its Aerospace segment producing avionics databus products, ARINC 429/MIL-STD-1553 interface cards, and aircraft cockpit interface solutions. Astronics' product portfolio and customer base (commercial and defense OEMs) directly overlaps with Shadin's AIS and Volta converter lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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