Mather Aviation

What Mather Aviation does

Mather Aviation is a privately held, FAA Part 145 certified aircraft maintenance service provider founded and led by Victor Cushing (Owner and President), with Candice Cushing serving as VP of Business Operations and HR. The company operates three maintenance facilities in California — Mather Airport (KMHR, headquarters with an 11,301-foot runway), Modesto City-County Airport (KMOD), and Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) — totaling over 130,000 square feet of hangar, shop, and repair space, supported by a 24-hour mobile AOG (Aircraft on Ground) unit covering the Bay Area, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa/Sonoma, and broader West Coast. It holds factory-authorized service center certifications from at least seven major OEMs (Embraer, Cessna, Cirrus, Kodiak, Piaggio, Pilatus, Piper) plus Bombardier Learjet and Challenger authorization, with 48 FAA-certified mechanics on staff, many holding 20+ years of experience and factory-rated training.

The service portfolio spans scheduled and unscheduled airframe and engine maintenance, component overhaul, propeller overhaul and balancing, avionics installation and repair (as authorized dealer for Garmin, Honeywell, Appareo, Collins Aerospace, and Mid-Continent), STC-based upgrades through Raisbeck, Blackhawk Modifications, BLR Aerospace, and Goodrich/UTC Aerospace, plus value-add lines including aircraft detailing, hangar rentals (currently at full capacity), and a Director of Maintenance management program for Part 135 operators. Revenue is generated through professional services labor, OEM parts and avionics hardware sales, managed services (hangar rentals and Director of Maintenance), and emergency AOG response. All pricing is custom quote-based on a pay-as-you-go billing cadence with no disclosed recurring contracts.

The go-to-market is enterprise field sales — direct relationships with corporate aircraft owners, fractional operators, Part 135 commercial operators, and FBO partners (Modern Aviation, Modesto Jet Center). Channels are dominated by the company website, OEM referral traffic generated by factory-authorized status, dedicated AOG hotline, and direct phone/email contact. The customer base is horizontally segmented across corporate jet operators (Citation, Falcon, Gulfstream, Hawker, Learjet, Phenom), turboprop owners (over 50 Pilatus PC-12/PC-12 NG aircraft anchored, plus King Air, Cessna Caravan, Piaggio), and piston aircraft owners (Beechcraft, Cessna, Cirrus, Diamond, Mooney, Piper). The company is privately held with no institutional or PE backing disclosed, and operational scope is regional (Western United States) rather than national.

Name

Mather Aviation

Legal name

Mather Aviation

Website

https://matheraviation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Mather Aviation is a privately held FAA Part 145 certified aircraft maintenance provider operating three facilities across California, serving corporate jet, turboprop, and piston aircraft owners with OEM-authorized service, 24-hour mobile AOG support, avionics installation, and STC upgrades.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aircraft Maintenance Services

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

akta.pro primary industry

Component MRO (LRU/Rotables, Hydraulics, Pneumatics) (IMABALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Avionics & Electronics Repair (Bench Repair) (IMABALAE), NDT/Inspection & Testing Services (Aviation) (IMABALAJ)

Keywords

• Aircraft maintenance services
• FAA Part 145 repair station
• Mobile AOG service
• Factory authorized service center
• Avionics installation and repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Mather

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Maintenance Services: Comprehensive aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection services for piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft. Services include scheduled maintenance, unscheduled repairs, airframe inspections, engine overhauls, structural repairs, and propeller overhaul and balancing.
2. OEM Aircraft Parts Sales: Sales of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts and accessories for aircraft maintenance and repair.
3. Mobile AOG Emergency Service: 24-hour mobile AOG service providing on-site aircraft repairs and troubleshooting wherever an aircraft is grounded.
4. Hangar Rentals: Hangar space rentals at Mather Airport and Modesto Executive Airport locations, currently at full capacity with no space available for lease.
5. Avionics Sales and Installation: Sales and installation of avionics equipment as authorized dealer for major brands including Garmin, Honeywell, Appareo, Collins Aerospace, and Mid-Continent. Includes pilot headsets and aircraft engine monitors.
6. Aircraft Detailing Services: Complete aircraft detailing services employing experienced professional detailers to maintain aircraft appearance and reduce drag for improved fuel efficiency.
7. Aircraft Upgrades and STC Modifications: Authorized vendor and installer for aircraft upgrades including Raisbeck Engineering modifications, Blackhawk Modifications XP Engine+ upgrades, BLR Aerospace Winglet Systems, and Goodrich/UTC Aerospace ice detection and protection systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mather Aviation is an FAA Part 145 certified aircraft maintenance service provider operating three fixed-base maintenance facilities in California (Mather Airport, Modesto City-County Airport, and Van Nuys Airport) with over 130,000 square feet of hangar and shop space. The company delivers factory-authorized maintenance, repair, inspection, and upgrade services for piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft, alongside 24-hour mobile Aircraft on Ground (AOG) emergency response, avionics installation as a dealer for major brands, OEM parts supply, and aircraft detailing.

Product overview

Mather Aviation is an aircraft maintenance service provider operating a platform of factory-authorized service centers across Northern California. The company offers a comprehensive suite of maintenance services organized around three main pillars: Factory Authorized Service Centers (Cessna, Cirrus, Embraer Phenom, Pilatus PC-12, Quest Kodiak, Piper, and Beechcraft Baron/Bonanza), Jet Aircraft Maintenance (Dassault Falcon, Hawker, Bombardier Learjet, Embraer, Gulfstream, Cessna Citation), and Turboprop/Piston Aircraft Maintenance (King Air, Pilatus, Cessna, Piaggio). These core offerings are supported by value-add services including Mobile AOG Service (24-hour emergency response), OEM Aircraft Parts supply, Avionics (Garmin, Honeywell, Collins Aerospace), Aircraft Upgrades & Enhancements (STCs from Raisbeck, Blackhawk, BLR, Goodrich), Aircraft Detailing, Hangar Rentals, and Director of Maintenance management programs. With facilities at Mather Airport (KMHR), Modesto City-County Airport (KMOD), and Van Nuys Airport (KVNY) totaling over 130,000 square feet, the company provides comprehensive maintenance, repair, and management services for business jets, turboprop, and piston aircraft.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Factory Authorized Service Centers Factory-authorized aircraft maintenance certifications for Cessna, Cirrus, Embraer Phenom, Pilatus PC-12, Quest Kodiak, Piper, and Beechcraft Baron/Bonanza. Meets strict manufacturer requirements for training, parts, and service levels for corporate and private aircraft owners.
• Turboprop Aircraft Maintenance Specialized maintenance for turboprop aircraft including King Air, Pilatus PC-12, Cessna Caravan, and Piaggio P.180, drawing on nearly two decades of experience with technicians having 20+ years of experience and factory-rated training.
• Piston Aircraft Maintenance Maintenance services for piston aircraft including Beechcraft Baron and Bonanza, Cessna single and twin aircraft, Cirrus, Diamond, Mooney, and Piper. Services include airframe inspections, engine overhauls, and comprehensive maintenance management.
• Jet Aircraft Maintenance Comprehensive jet aircraft maintenance including inspections, repairs, mobile AOG service, hangaring, and detailing for major jet brands including Beechjet, Challenger, Citation, Falcon, Gulfstream, Hawker, and Learjet, for corporate and private jet owners and operators.
• Mobile AOG Service 24-hour mobile Aircraft on Ground (AOG) emergency response service that dispatches qualified technicians to repair aircraft wherever they are grounded across the Bay Area, Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa/Sonoma, and broader West Coast, similar to roadside assistance for cars.
• OEM Aircraft Parts Aircraft inspection, repair, and maintenance using Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts and accessories. 48 FAA-certified mechanics ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications, supporting fleet operators and private owners across the company's California service centers.
• Avionics Sales and Installation Avionics sales and installation services including panel mount avionics, aircraft autopilots, flight instruments, engine monitors, glass cockpits, and GPS handhelds. Dealer for Garmin, Honeywell, Appareo, Collins Aerospace, and Mid-Continent brands with MIL-Spec Teflon coated cabling.
• Aircraft Upgrades and STC Modifications Authorized vendor and installer of aircraft upgrades including Raisbeck Engineering modifications (Crown Wing Lockers, Swept Blade Propellers, Ram Air Recovery System), Blackhawk XP Engine+ upgrades, BLR Aerospace winglet systems, and Goodrich/UTC Aerospace ice detection and protection systems.
• Aircraft Detailing Complete aircraft detailing service for jet and piston aircraft using experienced professional detailers to maintain aircraft appearance and reduce drag for improved fuel efficiency.
• Hangar Rentals Hangar space rentals at Mather Airport and Modesto Executive Airport locations for aircraft owners seeking secure storage at full-service California airports.
• Director of Maintenance Program Aircraft maintenance service management program that tracks inspection requirements, schedules maintenance, and ensures FAA and manufacturer compliance, including Part 135 aircraft management, for operators that need outsourced maintenance oversight.
• Cessna Authorized Service Center Factory-authorized service center for Cessna jets and piston aircraft, with FAA-licensed and factory-trained technicians performing routine and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and warranty claim processing.
• Cirrus Authorized Service Center Authorized service center for Cirrus SR series and SF50 Vision Jet aircraft, with technicians certified in Cirrus engine and airframe maintenance, including Williams International FJ33-5A engine support on the SF50 Vision Jet.
• Pilatus PC-12 Authorized Service Center One of the largest factory-authorized Pilatus service centers in the Western US, providing full-service care for over 50 Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12 NG aircraft, with on-site Duncan Aviation avionics station and Honeywell HAPP Warranty Service.
• Embraer Phenom Factory Authorized Service Center Factory-authorized service center for Embraer Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 aircraft, staffed with factory-approved trained technicians providing wide-ranging maintenance capabilities for Phenom aircraft owners.
• Bombardier Learjet Service Center Leading Bombardier-Learjet maintenance provider serving Challenger (300, 350, 600, 601, 604) and Learjet (25, 31A, 35/36, 45, 55, 60, 60XR, 70, 75) aircraft, with factory-approved trained technicians and on-site Duncan Aviation avionics satellite.
• Hawker Beechcraft Maintenance Maintenance provider for Hawker Beechcraft aircraft including King Air, Premier, Hawker 400XP, Baron, and Bonanza, with factory training for PWC JT15D, Williams FJ44-2A, and PWC PT6 engines.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50 Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12 NG aircraft served with full-service care

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Duncan AviationcoreTechnology or IntegrationDuncan Aviation operates comprehensive avionics stations housed at Mather Aviation locations, offering complete product-line support including avionics installations, modifications, and repairs for Learjet and Bombardier Challenger aircraft during airframe service and inspection. Duncan Aviation Satellite Center at Modesto provides full service avionics including Pilatus Build Updates and Honeywell HAPP Warranty Service.
• Raisbeck EngineeringcoreTechnology or IntegrationRaisbeck Engineering offers upgrades and enhancements for the King Air family. Mather Aviation is an authorized vendor and installer for Raisbeck products including Crown Wing Lockers, Swept Blade Propellers, Ram Air Recovery System, Dual Aft Body Strakes, Enhanced Performance Leading Edges, and EPIC Performance Packages.
• Blackhawk ModificationscoreTechnology or IntegrationBlackhawk Modifications provides effective solutions for operators wanting to improve aircraft performance without buying new. Blackhawk XP Engine+ Upgrades provide better performance, increased safety margin, and strongest resale value. Mather Aviation is an authorized vendor and installer.
• BLR AerospacecoreTechnology or IntegrationBLR Aerospace Winglet Systems are offered as additions for King Air aircraft. Carbon fiber winglets and aluminum wing tips increase wing aspect ratio to reduce induced drag and fuel consumption up to 5 percent or more. Mather Aviation is an authorized vendor and installer.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Duncan Aviation: Largest family-owned business aircraft MRO in North America with comprehensive avionics, engine, and airframe service capabilities across multiple U.S. locations. Mather actually hosts Duncan Aviation avionics satellites, making them simultaneously partner and competitor for Learjet/Challenger work, and structurally analogous as a privately held, multi-OEM authorized regional MRO chain.
• West Star Aviation: Privately held regional aircraft MRO operating multiple U.S. facilities (Colorado, Illinois, Texas, Tennessee) with airframe, engine, avionics, and paint capabilities across business jets and turboprops. Closely matches Mather's service mix, OEM-authorization model, and multi-location growth strategy.
• Western Aircraft: Boise, Idaho-based aircraft MRO operating under the Western Aircraft umbrella with Pilatus, King Air, and Cessna expertise plus avionics and modifications. Similar Pacific-Northwest/Far-West geographic orientation and Pilatus/King Air customer overlap with Mather Aviation.
• Banyan Air Service: Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport-based full-service MRO and FBO serving business jets and turboprops with avionics, modifications, and aircraft management. Comparable as a privately held, regionally dominant authorized-service-center platform specializing in multi-OEM maintenance.
• Mid-Canada Aircraft Service: Canadian aircraft MRO specializing in King Air, Cessna Conquest, and Twin Commander platforms. Comparable as a regional Piper/Hawker Beechcraft-authorized service operation with similar piston/turboprop customer concentration.
• Premiair Aviation Maintenance: Privately held FAA Part 145 repair station with multiple California/West Coast locations offering airframe, engine, and avionics services for business jets and turboprops. Operates in nearly the same geographic footprint with overlapping OEM authorizations and customers.

Broad incumbents

• Jet Aviation: Global business aviation MRO, FBO, and completions provider owned by General Dynamics with extensive U.S. and European facility footprint. Represents the large incumbent peer whose California/West Coast FBOs (Van Nuys, etc.) compete directly with Mather for hangar and maintenance contracts.
• TAC Air: Multi-FBO chain with MRO capabilities at several U.S. airports, providing fuel, hangar, and aircraft maintenance to business aviation operators. Comparable as a multi-location FBO/MRO hybrid where Mather's hangar and AOG services overlap.
• StandardAero: One of the largest independent aerospace MRO providers globally with engine and avionics expertise across business aviation and rotorcraft. Represents a major incumbent whose scale, OEM relationships, and capital base form the competitive ceiling for Mather Aviation's growth ambitions.

Emerging players

• Cirrus Aircraft Service Centers: OEM-direct authorized service network for Cirrus Vision Jet and SR-series piston aircraft. As Cirrus expands factory-direct and partner service-center footprints, it competes with Mather's Cirrus Authorized Service Center business for customer share in California.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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