Big Sky Aviation

What Big Sky Aviation does

Big Sky Aviation is a family-owned aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider founded in 2000 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. The company holds FAA repair station certification (CRS# 4BIR824C) and delivers a full suite of aircraft services — major and routine inspections, pre-purchase evaluations, non-destructive testing (NDT), structural and composite repairs (metal, fiberglass, Kevlar, carbon fiber), avionics installations and troubleshooting, interior repairs and upgrades, engine washing, tire service, and 24/7 AOG (Aircraft on Ground) rapid response. It services diverse platforms including piston, turboprop, rotorcraft, and jet aircraft, and operates from three fixed Florida locations (West Palm Beach, Melbourne, Clearwater) augmented by fully equipped mobile repair trucks that deliver on-site maintenance across Florida and into adjacent regions.

The company's customer base spans three enterprise segments: commercial airlines, cargo operators (with FedEx named), and corporate flight operators under FAR Part 91 and Part 135. GTM is direct-to-customer, driven by phone-based AOG intake, website contact forms, and on-site field service delivery; pricing is quote-based and customized to each aircraft's specific maintenance requirements, with no public pricing tiers. Distribution is exclusively via direct field service — mobile repair teams travel to customer aircraft locations to eliminate ferry-time downtime.

The business is privately held with no disclosed external funding, no public revenue figures, and a leadership team limited to founder Wayne Garner. The company employs 51–100 people, has been continuously operating for over 25 years, and relies primarily on organic social channels (Facebook, X, Instagram) alongside its website for marketing. Revenue mechanics are transactional and project-based professional services rather than recurring subscriptions, which is characteristic of independent regional MROs serving mixed commercial and corporate fleets.

Name

Big Sky Aviation

Legal name

Big Sky Aviation

Website

https://bigskyaviation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Big Sky Aviation is a family-owned FAA-certified aircraft MRO provider founded in 2000, serving commercial airlines, FedEx, and corporate Part 91/135 operators from three Florida locations plus mobile repair teams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aircraft Maintenance Services (MRO)

NAICS

Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881), Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (48819)

SIC

Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Airframe MRO (Heavy Checks & Structural) (IMABALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Airframe Maintenance & Structural Repair (Line/Base) (TLAKAJAA), NDT/Inspection & Testing Services (Aviation) (IMABALAJ), Component MRO (Avionics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Electrical) (TLAKAJAC), Private Aviation Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) (THABAFAI)

Keywords

• Aircraft maintenance services
• AOG response support
• Avionics installation repair
• Structural composite repair
• FAA certified repair station

Headquarters

HQ city

Palm Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Maintenance Services: Revenue generated from providing comprehensive aircraft maintenance services including inspections, repairs, structural work, and avionics. Services are rendered on a per-job basis with customized quotes based on aircraft type and specific maintenance requirements. Revenue is transactional and project-based rather than recurring subscriptions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Big Sky Aviation is an FAA-certified aircraft maintenance provider delivering comprehensive MRO services for commercial and corporate aircraft. Its offering spans major and routine inspections, pre-purchase evaluations, non-destructive testing, structural and composite repairs, interior refurbishments, engine washing, tire service, and advanced avionics installations, supported by 24/7 AOG rapid response and a fleet of fully equipped mobile repair trucks serving Florida and beyond.

Product overview

Big Sky Aviation is a family-owned aircraft maintenance service provider offering a comprehensive suite of services for commercial and corporate aircraft. The company operates as a single unified service offering that includes major and routine inspections, pre-purchase evaluations, non-destructive testing, structural repairs (metal, composite, fiberglass, carbon fiber), interior repairs and upgrades, engine washing, tire service, avionics solutions, and 24/7 AOG (Aircraft on Ground) rapid response support. Services are delivered through both fixed facilities and mobile repair teams, serving diverse aircraft types including turboprop, rotorcraft, and jet aircraft for commercial airlines, FedEx, and corporate operators (Part 91 and Part 135). The company holds FAA repair station certification (CRS# 4BIR824C) and operates from three Florida locations in West Palm Beach, Melbourne, and Clearwater.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Major & Routine Inspections
• Pre-Purchase Evaluations Expert aircraft assessments that uncover hidden issues before purchase, enabling informed buyer decisions for prospective aircraft owners and corporate flight departments.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Advanced inspection methods that detect structural issues without disassembly, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while preserving aircraft integrity.
• Interior Repairs, Installations & Upgrades Expert interior repairs, refurbishments, and custom upgrades that enhance aircraft comfort and style, serving corporate and private aircraft owners.
• Structural Repairs Precision repairs for metal, composite, fiberglass, Kevlar, and carbon fiber structures that restore aircraft integrity for commercial and corporate operators.
• Engine Washing Professional aircraft engine cleaning that improves efficiency, reduces wear, and extends engine lifespan for commercial and corporate aircraft.
• Tire Service Expert tire inspections, replacements, and pressure checks that ensure safe landings and optimal performance for commercial and corporate aircraft.
• AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Support Rapid on-site aircraft recovery services that prioritize AOG situations to minimize downtime and keep aircraft flying, available 24/7 via a dedicated hotline.
• Mobile Repair Services Fully equipped mobile repair trucks providing on-site maintenance services at customer aircraft locations across Florida and beyond.
• Avionics Solutions Advanced avionics installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting for modern aircraft systems, serving commercial and corporate aircraft operators.

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Modern Aviation: FBO and aviation services operator with MRO capabilities across multiple U.S. sites. Comparable in providing integrated FBO + maintenance services to general aviation and corporate operators.
• West Star Aviation: Aviation MRO network offering airframe, engine, avionics, and interior services across multiple U.S. locations. Direct competitor in corporate/business aviation maintenance with similar full-service positioning.
• Constant Aviation: Multi-location aviation MRO provider serving business aviation with airframe, avionics, engine, and AOG services. Comparable in service breadth and target customer (corporate jet operators) though operating at larger geographic scale.
• Banyan Air Service: Florida-based aviation services provider offering MRO, avionics, and AOG support for corporate and general aviation aircraft. Directly comparable to Big Sky in geography, customer base (Part 91/135 operators), and service portfolio.
• Sheltair Aviation: Florida-headquartered FBO and aviation services company offering MRO and AOG support across multiple Florida locations. Highly comparable in regional footprint and general aviation focus.
• Flightstar Aircraft Services: Mid-sized aviation MRO provider offering airframe maintenance, avionics, and AOG support for business jets. Comparable in service mix and customer segment to Big Sky's corporate aircraft work.

Broad incumbents

• AAR Corp: Public aerospace and defense services company providing aviation MRO, parts supply, and integrated solutions to commercial and government operators. Comparable in commercial aircraft maintenance but operating with substantially more scale and capital.
• StandardAero: One of the largest independent aerospace MRO providers globally, offering engine, airframe, and component services across commercial, business, and helicopter aviation. Represents the scaled incumbent Big Sky competes against for enterprise fleet contracts.
• Jet Aviation: Global aviation services company (a General Dynamics subsidiary) providing MRO, FBO, and aircraft management. Overlaps significantly with Big Sky's corporate aviation maintenance but operates at vastly greater scale and geographic reach.
• HAECO Americas: Major airframe MRO provider operating heavy maintenance facilities in the U.S. Comparable in commercial airframe maintenance scope but competes in the heavier-check and base maintenance end of the market where Big Sky's structural work also operates.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/BigSkyAviation
• Facebookfacebook.com/BigSkyAviationFL
• Instagraminstagram.com/bigskyaviationfl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/big-sky-aviation-inc

Compliance1 record

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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