What Securaplane Technologies does

Securaplane Technologies, Inc. is a Tucson, Arizona-based aerospace systems supplier founded in 1986, now operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary within Meggitt PLC's Power & Motion business unit (itself now part of Parker Hannifin). The company designs and manufactures a portfolio of aircraft power, motion, and security products, including lithium-ion and sealed lead-acid batteries, multi-chemistry battery chargers, high power-density inverters and APU start power units, external HD/SD cameras, cockpit door surveillance systems, the PreFlite radar-based intrusion detection system, and the WELS wireless emergency lighting and wireless smoke detection systems built on its proprietary Securanet intra-aircraft protocol. Core technologies include patented charging algorithms, impulse-radar intrusion sensing, ARINC 429–compatible battery health management, and power MOSFET/IGBT inverters with planar magnetics.

Securaplane's primary go-to-market is OEM-embedded: products are designed-in by major airframe manufacturers including Boeing, Airbus, Gulfstream, Cessna, Bombardier, Dassault, Embraer, Beechcraft/Hawker, AgustaWestland, and Sikorsky, with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner serving as a flagship platform for its lithium battery charger, APU start power unit, and WELS. Revenue derives from hardware sales of these certified avionics sub-systems, supplemented by repair and overhaul services under FAA Part 145 (Cert#SROR383N) and EASA Part 145 (Cert#EASA.145.5074), and aftermarket distribution through a global network of authorized distributors (Corporate Jet Support, CRS Jet Spares, Duncan Aviation, MAAP, CASP Aerospace). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; products are sold via direct sales to OEMs and through authorized distribution.

The company is positioned as a niche Tier-1 supplier in aerospace safety-critical subsystems, with an installed base of over 12,000 emergency batteries and 1,500+ aircraft flying with Securanet wireless systems. It serves four primary segments — business aviation, commercial aviation, defense/military aviation, and helicopter platforms — with business aviation and commercial aviation as the principal revenue contributors. Pricing leverage derives from certification-backed switching costs and quantitative performance claims: lithium battery systems are up to 50% lighter than equivalent NiCad or lead-acid systems, the WELS configuration saves an estimated 52 pounds versus wired systems, and the 787 start power unit achieves seven times the power density of traditional DC-to-AC inverters.

Name

Securaplane Technologies

Legal name

Securaplane Technologies Inc.

Website

https://securaplane.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Securaplane Technologies designs and manufactures certified aerospace power, motion, and security subsystems — including lithium batteries, chargers, inverters, cameras, and PreFlite intrusion and wireless safety systems — for OEM integration on business jets, commercial aircraft, and military platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerospace Power, Motion, and Security Systems

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Military Avionics, Mission Computers & Flight Controls (IMABAMAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Secure Communications, Cryptography & Key Management Systems (IMABAOAK)

Keywords

• Aircraft battery systems
• Aerospace power conversion
• Aircraft security systems
• Wireless cabin systems
• Aviation camera systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Aerospace Hardware Products: Sale of aircraft batteries (lead acid, lithium), battery chargers, inverters, camera systems, security systems, and wireless systems to aircraft manufacturers and aftermarket customers.
2. Repair and Overhaul Services: FAA Part 145 and EASA Part 145 certified repair station offering repair, overhaul, spare parts and exchange pools for Securaplane products.
3. Distribution Services: Distribution of main ship and emergency batteries through authorized domestic and international distributors.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Securaplane Technologies designs, manufactures, and supports aerospace power, motion, and security systems for commercial, business, and military aircraft. Its product portfolio spans lithium-ion and lead-acid aircraft batteries, multi-chemistry battery chargers, high-power-density inverters, external and interior surveillance cameras, integrated aircraft security systems, and proprietary intra-aircraft wireless emergency lighting and smoke detection systems. The company also operates FAA Part 145 and EASA Part 145 certified repair stations providing overhaul, spare parts, and exchange services.

Product overview

Securaplane Technologies provides a comprehensive portfolio of power, motion, and security devices for aerospace applications. The product suite includes: (1) Camera systems - external HD/SD cameras (CMX, CAM series) for ground maneuvering, in-flight entertainment, and security, plus cockpit door surveillance systems (CDSS); (2) Security systems - PreFlite and PreFlite Lite integrated intrusion detection with GSM alerts and video recording; (3) Wireless systems - wireless emergency lighting (WELS) for Boeing 787 and wireless smoke detection; (4) Energy storage - System Lithium (up to 50% lighter than conventional batteries), sealed lead acid batteries (18-43Ah), and Hawker brand batteries; (5) Power conversion - BC-1300 series multi-chemistry battery chargers, lithium charger units, and high-density inverters including the Boeing 787 APU start power unit. Products communicate via industry standard ARINC 429 and proprietary Securanet protocols. The company operates as part of Meggitt's Power & Motion business unit.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• System Lithium: A lithium battery solution consisting of small, low-output smartphone-type cells wrapped in a sophisticated monitoring and health management package, offering up to 50% weight reduction compared to NiCad or lead acid systems.
• PreFlite
• WELS (Wireless Emergency Lighting System)
• Securanet

Products and services

• HD CMX aircraft cameras High-definition external aircraft cameras delivering 1080p at 30 fps, ruggedized for helicopter vibration, used for ground maneuvering, in-flight entertainment, military refueling, and security applications on business jets and large commercial aircraft.
• CMX and CAM series aircraft cameras Standard-definition external camera systems for business jets and commercial aircraft, including wingtip, glareshield, and down-zoom variants.
• Cockpit door surveillance system (CDSS) Advanced cockpit door surveillance system with three cameras feeding a central processing unit, enabling flight crew to identify entrants and observe cockpit entry. Operates from 0.1 Lux to 150 Lux with integral IR illumination and supports up to six cameras per controller.
• PreFlite security system Fully-integrated aircraft security system detecting and logging intrusions using radar-based wheel well sensors, with real-time text/phone alerts to up to three users, GSM mobile communications, video recording, and smartphone monitoring worldwide.
• PreFlite Lite security system Entry-level version of the PreFlite security system providing core intrusion detection capabilities for business jets and commercial aircraft.
• Wireless emergency lighting system (WELS) Wireless emergency illumination and signage system using Securanet intra-aircraft communication, saving approximately 52 pounds versus wired systems. Enables easy seat reconfiguration, transverse separation operation, wireless reprogramming, and health management diagnostics.
• Wireless smoke detection system Wireless cargo hold smoke detection system enabling overnight retrofit installation without aircraft withdrawal, responsive to the FAA mandate for improved cargo hold monitoring.
• System Lithium lithium-ion battery Lithium-ion aircraft battery up to 50% lighter than NiCad or lead-acid batteries, featuring clusters of small smartphone-type cells, built-in monitoring and health management, ARINC 429 communication, and improved power management for military jets and business aircraft.
• Sealed lead-acid aircraft batteries High-performance, low-maintenance main ship and emergency batteries in 18Ah, 25Ah, 40Ah, and 43Ah SLA variants with performance advantages versus NiCad and lead-calcium technologies. Includes EnerSys Hawker brand distribution for commercial and business aviation.
• Emergency batteries (SLA series) High-reliability emergency batteries with in-built chargers, thermal control, and capacity testing. Over 12,000 units in service across XL24, XL2410, XL2411, XL244D, XL245, XL246A, and XL246S series on various aircraft platforms.
• BC-1300 series multi-chemistry battery charger Multi-chemistry battery charger for NiCad, lead-acid, and lithium batteries featuring patented charging algorithms, advanced DC-to-DC conversion, comprehensive diagnostics, fault isolation, and an eight-character alphanumeric display.
• Lithium battery charger unit Dedicated charger unit for lithium battery systems with optimized charging algorithms and diagnostics.
• Boeing 787 APU start power unit APU start power unit for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner achieving seven times the power density of traditional DC-to-AC inverters using power MOSFETs/IGBTs and planar magnetics, with comprehensive fault protection for frequency, voltage, and temperature.
• Inverter 1500 high power density inverter High power density inverter with industry-leading MTBF, power quality, electromagnetic compatibility, and lightning rejection for commercial aviation applications.
• AC-to-AC variable frequency adapter Variable frequency power adapter for aircraft electrical systems.
• Repair and overhaul services FAA Part 145 and EASA Part 145 certified repair station offering repair, overhaul, spare parts, and exchange pools for Securaplane products across battery, charger, inverter, and camera lines.
• Distribution services Authorized distribution of Securaplane main ship and emergency batteries through domestic distributors (Corporate Jet Support, CRS Jet Spares, Duncan Aviation) and international distributors (MAAP in Singapore, CASP Aerospace in Canada).

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% lighter battery systems compared to NiCad or lead acid
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Meggitt PLCflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011Securaplane became a Meggitt company in 2011 and is now part of Meggitt's Power & Motion business. Meggitt is an international group operating in North and South America, Europe, and Asia, known for specialized extreme environment engineering and world leader in aerospace, defense and energy markets. Meggitt's Power & Motion business consists of Securaplane, OECO, Artus and TFE Electronics.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Diehl Aviation: Diehl Aviation supplies cabin systems, lighting, and aircraft components to commercial OEMs primarily in Europe. Comparable to Securaplane's cabin-surveillance and wireless-lighting product lines, with overlapping customer bases on Airbus and other European platforms.

Broad incumbents

• Collins Aerospace (RTX): Collins Aerospace is a major tier-one supplier of avionics, power systems, and cabin solutions for commercial and military aircraft. Overlaps with Securaplane in power conversion, lighting, and surveillance, though as part of a much broader portfolio.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Honeywell is a leading tier-one aerospace supplier of avionics, flight management systems, power products, and cabin solutions. Broadly competes with Securaplane in adjacent categories including power conversion and surveillance, with significantly larger R&D and platform reach.
• Astronics Corporation: Astronics provides aerospace power, lighting, and connectivity solutions including in-seat power, cabin lighting, and aircraft batteries. Overlaps with Securaplane's battery, wireless lighting, and power-conversion product families across both OEM and aftermarket channels.

Direct peers

• Saft (TotalEnergies): Saft is the dominant global supplier of aviation-grade nickel-cadmium and lithium-ion batteries for commercial, military, and business aviation. Directly comparable to Securaplane's lead-acid and lithium battery lines, competing for the same OEM main-ship and emergency battery slots.
• EaglePicher Technologies: EaglePicher manufactures aerospace and defense batteries, including lithium-ion, thermal, and silver-zinc chemistries for aircraft, spacecraft, and military applications. Direct competitor in the aerospace energy-storage market, particularly for military and mission-critical platforms.
• Concorde Battery Corporation: Concorde manufactures sealed lead-acid and lithium aircraft batteries for general aviation, business jets, and military aircraft. Competes head-to-head with Securaplane's lead-acid and System Lithium product lines for the same OEM and aftermarket battery slots.
• Crane Aerospace & Electronics: Crane supplies aerospace power conversion products including inverters, battery chargers, and power distribution units for commercial and military aircraft. Directly comparable to Securaplane's BC-1300 charger and high-power-density inverter portfolio.

Others

• Meggitt (now Parker Hannifin): Meggitt is Securaplane's parent company (acquired 2011, now part of Parker Hannifin) and houses Securaplane within its Power & Motion business alongside OECO, Artus, and TFE Electronics. Adjacent relationship — not a peer in the traditional sense but shares engineering, distribution, and customer overlap.

Emerging players

• True Blue Power (Mid-Continent Instrument Co.): True Blue Power specializes in lithium-ion aircraft batteries and power conversion products for general aviation, business jets, and eVTOL/air taxi applications. An emerging competitor in the same aviation lithium-battery category Securaplane pioneered with System Lithium.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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