CJ AEROSPACE

What CJ AEROSPACE does

CJ Aerospace is an Australian aviation parts distributor founded in 2011 by Craig Jones, a Licensed Aircraft Engineer and Commercial Pilot. Headquartered in Taren Point, NSW with a regional office in Cairns, the business serves aircraft operators, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) providers, licensed aircraft engineers, and aviation professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. The company distributes more than 530,000 parts across 25,000 product lines sourced from over 60 authorised aviation brands, covering turbine, piston, agricultural aircraft, and rotorcraft platforms including Cessna Caravan, Beechcraft King Air, Pilatus PC-12, and PT6-equipped airframes. CJ Aerospace positions itself as Australia's largest general aviation parts distributor, supported by CASA Certificate of Approval (1-YGXCB) and Australian Trusted Trader accreditation.

The company's product portfolio spans airframe parts, engine components (Champion Aerospace ignition exciters covering Rolls-Royce M250, Pratt & Whitney PW308C, Honeywell HTF7000 and Williams FJ44 engines), Cleveland landing gear systems (brake discs, wheels, pressure plates, torque plates), aviation lighting (Whelen, AeroLEDs), aircraft tyres (Michelin, Goodyear), avionics, electrical components, lubricants, and consumables. CJ Aerospace operates an e-commerce storefront complemented by a proprietary quick-ordering platform called MRO Fastlane, designed for aviation maintenance professionals. The technological base is conventional catalogue commerce and supply chain management rather than any proprietary AI or ML system; technical depth is delivered through the team's combined 250+ years of industry experience and direct technical sales support.

Commercially, CJ Aerospace generates revenue through transactional B2B distribution of aviation spare parts, with pricing gated behind login, a "Best Price Promise" guarantee, and same-day order processing for in-stock items. Its go-to-market is sales-led, combining the e-commerce channel, phone-based technical sales, dedicated AOG (Aircraft on Ground) response, and aviation industry event presence. The company maintains a small team of approximately 10 employees and in 2024 relocated to a modern new Sydney office to support ongoing growth. No external funding rounds, acquisitions, or institutional investors are disclosed, indicating a bootstrapped, founder-led operating model.

Name

CJ AEROSPACE

Legal name

CJ Aerospace

Website

https://cjaerospace.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CJ Aerospace is an Australian aviation parts distributor serving aircraft operators, MROs, and licensed engineers across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands with 530,000+ parts across 25,000 product lines from 60+ authorised brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Parts Distribution

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Parts Distribution & Spares Management (Aftermarket) (IMABALAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parts & Materials Support (Rotables Pooling, Distribution, Repair Management) (TLAKAJAK), AOG (Aircraft-on-Ground) & Critical Spares Logistics (TLADANAL)

Keywords

• Aviation parts distribution
• Aircraft spare parts
• General aviation supply
• Aviation MRO parts
• Aircraft components

Headquarters

HQ city

Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aviation Parts Distribution: Distribution of high-quality aviation spare parts including engine components, airframe parts, electrical systems, landing gear, avionics, and consumables for general aviation, business aviation, and regional airline platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

CJ Aerospace distributes aviation spare parts including engine components, airframe parts, electrical systems, landing gear, avionics, and consumables for general aviation, business aviation, and regional airline platforms. The company holds 530,000+ parts across 25,000 product lines from 60+ authorised aviation brands, operating from Sydney and Cairns to serve customers across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. Dedicated AOG (Aircraft on Ground) support and an MRO Fastlane quick-ordering platform back the core distribution business.

Product overview

CJ Aerospace is an Australian-owned aviation parts distributor offering an extensive portfolio of over 530,000 parts across 25,000 product lines. The company operates as a multi-brand parts platform serving turbine, piston aircraft, agricultural aircraft, and rotorcraft operators. Their product portfolio spans major categories including airframe parts (Cessna, Beechcraft, Piper, Pilatus), electrical and avionics components (LED lighting systems from Whelen and AeroLEDs, alternators, batteries), engine components (Champion ignition exciters for various turbine and piston engines including Rolls-Royce M250, Pratt & Whitney PW308C, Honeywell HTF7000, Williams FJ44), landing gear systems (Cleveland brake discs including the Obsidian series, wheel assemblies, pressure plates, torque plates, wheel half assemblies), and aircraft tyres (Michelin Air and Goodyear Flight Leader/Flight Eagle series). The company serves general aviation, business aviation, and regional airline platforms including Cessna Caravan, Beechcraft King Air, and PT6 series engines. With 60+ authorized aviation brands and same-day order processing, CJ Aerospace positions itself as Australia's largest general aviation parts distributor with a focus on MRO operations, operators, and maintenance professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Airframe Parts Distribution Distribution of airframe spare parts for fixed-wing aircraft including Cessna, Beechcraft, Piper, Pilatus PC-12, and Aerostar platforms, covering baffle kits, flight controls, fuel systems, de-icing boots, and structural components. Targeted at aircraft operators, MROs, and licensed engineers maintaining general aviation fleets.
• Engine Parts Distribution - Turbine Distribution of turbine engine spare parts including Champion ignition exciters for Rolls-Royce M250, Pratt & Whitney PW308C, Honeywell HTF7000, Williams FJ44, JT15D, and PW307A engines, plus PT6 and TPE-331 components. Used by MROs and operators maintaining turboprop and turbine-powered aircraft.
• Engine Parts Distribution - Piston Distribution of piston engine spare parts including carburetors, magnetos, spark plugs, gaskets, oil systems, fuel injection, and turbochargers for Lycoming and Continental-powered general aviation aircraft. Used by aircraft operators and maintenance organisations servicing piston-engine fleets.
• Landing Gear Parts Distribution Distribution of landing gear spare parts including Cleveland brake assemblies, brake discs (including the Obsidian series), pressure plates, torque plates, wheel halves, tyres, tubes, and King Air/B1900 landing gear components. Targeted at MROs performing wheel and brake maintenance on turbine, piston, and rotorcraft platforms.
• Aircraft Tyres Distribution Distribution of Michelin Aircraft Tyres (Air, Aviator, Condor, Pilot series, Air X radial) and Goodyear Aviation tyres (Flight Leader, Flight Eagle, Rib series) for business jets, regional aircraft, and commercial platforms. Used by MROs and operators replacing tyres on certified aircraft.
• Electrical and Avionics Distribution Distribution of electrical and avionics parts including alternators, generators, batteries (Concorde), circuit breakers, voltage regulators, static dischargers, strobes, and push-to-talk switches for general aviation and business aviation platforms. Used by MROs and licensed aircraft engineers performing avionics and electrical system maintenance.
• Aviation Lighting Distribution Distribution of LED aviation lighting including Whelen 71170 series wingtip anti-collision lights, 71379 series forward position lights, Microburst PLUS II LED kits, and AeroLEDs NANO beacons for experimental, light sport, rotorcraft, and certified aircraft. Targeted at operators and MROs upgrading to LED lighting systems.
• MRO Fastlane Quick Ordering Platform Proprietary quick-ordering platform built for aviation maintenance professionals, enabling faster part sourcing through streamlined catalog access and ordering. Targeted at MROs, licensed aircraft engineers, and aviation professionals who need rapid access to the parts inventory.
• AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Support Service Dedicated urgent-response parts support service for Aircraft on Ground situations, providing rapid sourcing and delivery of aviation spare parts to minimise aircraft downtime. Targeted at aircraft operators, MROs, and licensed aircraft engineers facing time-critical maintenance requirements.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cleveland Wheels & Brake SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes Cleveland Wheels & Brakes products including brake assemblies, brake discs, pressure plates, torque plates, wheel assemblies, and wheel sub-assemblies. Cleveland is a major brand in their inventory spanning landing gear parts, tyres, and related components.
• Champion AerospacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes Champion Aerospace ignition exciters for turbine and piston engines, including models for Pratt & Whitney, Honeywell, Williams, and Rolls-Royce engines.
• AeroLEDscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes AeroLEDs LED lighting products including beacons, wingtip lights, and position lights for experimental and certified aircraft.
• Whelen Aviation (WAT)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes Whelen Aviation LED lighting products including Microburst series, position lights, and anti-collision lights for various aircraft platforms.
• Goodyear AviationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes Goodyear Aviation tyres including Flight Leader, Flight Eagle, and Rib series for regional and commercial aircraft.
• Michelin Aircraft TyrescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes Michelin Aircraft tyres including Air, Aviator, Condor, and Pilot series, plus Michelin Air X radial tyres for regional operations.
• Piper AircraftminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace supplies Piper aircraft parts including airframe components, engine parts, and landing gear for various Piper models.
• Cessna (Textron Aviation)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace supplies Cessna aircraft parts including Citation series, Caravan, and various piston aircraft components.
• Beechcraft (Textron Aviation)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace supplies Beechcraft aircraft parts including King Air series and Baron models.
• 60+ Authorised Aviation BrandscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCJ Aerospace distributes from over 60 authorised aviation brands including Continental Aerospace, Lycoming, Parker Aerospace, Beringer Brakes, Aeroshell, and many others for comprehensive parts coverage.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• HEICO Corporation: US-listed aerospace aftermarket leader in FAA-approved PMA parts distribution and electronic components. Compares to CJ Aerospace as a major aviation parts distributor, with overlap on consumables, electrical, and lighting categories and a much larger authorised-brand portfolio.
• Wencor Group: Aviation parts distributor specialising in MRO and airline aftermarket supply across airframe, engine, and consumables. Compares directly to CJ Aerospace's parts distribution model, particularly for consumables, lighting, and general aviation categories, but with global reach versus CJ's regional focus.
• AAR Corp: US-listed global aerospace aftermarket services and parts distribution company. Operates one of the largest aviation parts distribution networks worldwide, directly comparable to CJ Aerospace's distribution model but at much greater scale and breadth.

Direct peers

• Skytech-AIC: Aviation parts distributor serving turbine and piston operators with a multi-brand catalogue and AOG support. Directly comparable to CJ Aerospace in aftermarket parts distribution, OEM relationships, and MRO-focused service model.
• McFarlane Aviation: US-based general aviation parts manufacturer and distributor with a broad Cessna/Piper/Beechcraft-focused catalogue. Comparable to CJ Aerospace in product mix, customer base (general aviation operators and MROs), and multi-brand authorised distribution model.
• Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co. Large US-based general aviation parts distributor and retailer covering airframe, engine, electrical, lighting, and consumables. Closely comparable to CJ Aerospace in product breadth, customer base (general aviation and kit/experimental operators), and e-commerce-led sales model.
• PilotJohn.com: US-based aviation parts e-commerce retailer specialising in general aviation consumables, lighting, and safety equipment. Closely comparable to CJ Aerospace in e-commerce-led parts distribution to general aviation, business aviation, and rotorcraft operators.

Emerging players

• PartsBase: Aviation parts marketplace and inventory locator serving operators, MROs, and distributors. Comparable to CJ Aerospace as a digital channel connecting aviation parts supply to buyers, though operating as a marketplace rather than a stocking distributor.

Others

• Champion Aerospace: OEM manufacturer of aircraft ignition exciters and engine accessories. Comparable to CJ Aerospace as a principal in CJ's turbine engine parts catalogue, with overlapping end customers (MROs and engine operators) but operating as a manufacturer rather than distributor.
• Cleveland Wheel & Brake (a division of Honeywell): OEM manufacturer of aircraft wheels, brakes, and brake components; a key CJ Aerospace principal. Comparable because Cleveland competes for end-customer relationships in landing gear parts, overlapping with CJ's distribution focus on the same product lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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