Double M Aviation

What Double M Aviation does

Double M Aviation is a privately held aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection (MRO) provider founded in 2015 by Mike Naab and headquartered in a 10,000 square-foot hangar at Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL) in Lakeland, Florida. The firm serves aircraft owners, operators, and pilots across Central Florida and the broader Southeast United States, with a focus on single-engine, multi-engine, pressurized-piston, and turboprop airframes — including Cessna, Piper, and Beechcraft (King Air) platforms. Core offerings span FAA-required annual and 100-hour inspections, 50-hour preventive checks, progressive/phase programs, pre-purchase evaluations, piston and turbine engine repair, dynamic propeller balancing, certified aircraft weighing, and paint touch-up and preservation. The team comprises 8 employees, all holding A&P certifications, with 38% holding Inspector's Authorizations (IA), and several technicians also holding private pilot licenses that support pilot-operator empathy.

The business operates on two revenue mechanics: a transactional professional services model for inspection and repair work billed per service rendered, and a recurring subscription model via the SkyGuard Aircraft Appearance division (priced $250-$1,800/month by aircraft class) that bundles exterior washing, interior cleaning, tire pressure checks, and after-flight cleaning. A Reservation Program with deposit-based slot booking and tiered cancellation terms is used to secure maintenance scheduling. Distribution is direct — customers reach the facility by phone (863-940-3450), email, or online reservation, and deliver aircraft to the hangar; lead generation is supported by content marketing (blog, VIP newsletter), Instagram, aviation community events, and a sister-company relationship with Double M Charters. Strategic partners include Planelogix for maintenance tracking, with affiliated non-profit Double M Foundation supporting community aviation initiatives. No external institutional funding has been disclosed.

Name

Double M Aviation

Legal name

Double M Aviation

Website

https://doublemaviation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Double M Aviation is a privately held FAA-compliant aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair provider founded in 2015 in Lakeland, Florida, serving single-engine, multi-engine, piston, and turboprop aircraft owners across Central Florida and the Southeast from a 10,000 sq ft hangar at Lakeland Linder International Airport.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aircraft Maintenance Services

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAOAFAA

Airframe Maintenance & Repair

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Aviation Maintenance & Repair (AMT)

SECONDARYEDAOAFAE

Aircraft Inspection, Quality Assurance & Airworthiness (IA Prep)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Aviation Maintenance & Repair (AMT)

Keywords

• Aircraft maintenance services
• Aviation inspection services
• Aircraft repair
• Engine overhaul services
• Aircraft detailing

Headquarters

HQ city

Lakeland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection Services: Professional services revenue generated through aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs. Services include annual inspections, 50/100-hour inspections, progressive/phase inspections, pre-purchase evaluations, engine repair, and detailing. Revenue is transactional per service rendered.
2. SkyGuard Aircraft Appearance (Detailing): Monthly subscription-based detailing services with bundled exterior washes, interior cleaning, tire pressure checks, and aircraft cleaning services included in all-inclusive monthly pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Double M Aviation provides FAA-compliant aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair services for single-engine, multi-engine, pressurized-piston, and turboprop aircraft from a 10,000 square-foot hangar at Lakeland Linder International Airport in Lakeland, FL. Core offerings include annual inspections, 50/100-hour inspections, progressive/phase inspections, pre-purchase evaluations, piston and turbine engine repair, dynamic propeller balancing, certified aircraft weighing, and paint touch-up. The company also operates the SkyGuard Aircraft Appearance division for scheduled professional detailing under monthly subscription packages.

Product overview

Double M Aviation operates as a single-location aircraft maintenance facility offering a unified portfolio of aviation services organized around core inspection, repair, and maintenance offerings. The product suite centers on regulatory-compliant aircraft inspections (Annual, 50-Hour, 100-Hour, Progressive/Phase, and Pre-Purchase Evaluations) paired with specialized maintenance services (Engine Repair, Propeller Balancing, Weighing, Paint Preservation). The company has expanded its portfolio with SkyGuard Aircraft Appearance, a professional detailing division providing scheduled appearance care services at monthly pricing tiers. Supporting services include a Reservation Program for advance scheduling and an educational Blog/News section covering maintenance topics. All services are delivered from a single 10,000 square-foot hangar facility at Lakeland Linder International Airport, serving aircraft owners across Central Florida and the Southeast region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SkyGuard Aircraft Appearance: Professional aircraft detailing and appearance division of Double M Aviation, providing exterior washing, interior cleaning, and preventative aircraft care services using Aero Cosmetics products.

Products and services

• Annual Inspections FAA-required comprehensive aircraft inspection covering airframe, engine, propeller, and systems to determine airworthiness and compliance with federal regulations.
• 50/100-Hour Inspections Preventive maintenance inspection recommended every 50 flight hours (oil/filter change, spark plug service, engine examination, wear assessment) and the FAA-required 100-hour inspection for aircraft carrying passengers for hire, covering exterior, interior, flight controls, logbooks, and major systems.
• Progressive & Phase Inspections Flexible inspection programs allowing aircraft to be inspected in segments rather than all at once, including Standard, Alternate, and Biennial phase inspections for King Air aircraft and detail inspections for Pro Line Fusion-equipped aircraft.
• Pre-Purchase Evaluations Comprehensive aircraft evaluation for prospective buyers including maintenance records review, airworthiness directive compliance check, damage history, corrosion inspection, engine condition assessment, and detailed reporting to inform purchase decisions.
• Piston/Turbine Engine Repair Engine repair and maintenance for piston and turbine engines including hot section inspections, overhauls, and minor inspections performed according to manufacturer schedules.
• Dynamic Propeller Balancing Precision propeller balancing service to reduce vibration, improve engine performance, and extend component life for both piston and turbine-powered aircraft.
• Certified Aircraft Weighing FAA-certified aircraft weighing to determine accurate empty weight, center of gravity, and weight-and-balance data required for aircraft registration and operational compliance.
• Paint Touch-Up & Preservation Aircraft paint touch-up and corrosion prevention service to maintain aircraft appearance, protect metal surfaces, and preserve structural integrity.
• Reservation Program Advance scheduling system requiring a reservation fee deposit to plan and secure aircraft maintenance slots, ensuring timely service completion and efficient workflow management.
• SkyGuard Aircraft Appearance Professional aircraft detailing and appearance care division offering scheduled monthly cleaning services using Aero Cosmetics products (used by the U.S. Air Force and major airlines). Services include exterior washes, interior cleaning, tire pressure checks, and oil service bundled into monthly subscription tiers for single-engine piston ($250-$550/mo), twin-engine piston ($450-$1,250/mo), single-engine turbine ($750-$1,650/mo), and twin-engine turbine ($850-$1,800/mo) aircraft.

Quantifiable outcome

• Highest service and standards for aviation enthusiasts including maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Double M CharterscoreOthersSister company sharing an executive management team with Double M Aviation. Both companies are under the same ownership/management, providing complementary aviation services. The relationship provides insight into corporate flight department requirements and balances safety with operational availability.
• Double M FoundationminorOthersNon-profit organization established by Double M Aviation to give back to the local aviation community. A portion of merchandise sales supports the foundation. Employees participate in annual fundraiser during Sun 'n Fun Fly-in.
• Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL)coreOthersHome base location for Double M Aviation. Airport provides on-field resources including avionics installation and repairs, paint and refinishing services, full-service FBO, and interior installation and refurbishment.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Western Aircraft: Independent MRO at Boise, ID, offering piston and turbine maintenance, inspections, and avionics for King Air and other general aviation aircraft. Comparable in service mix and operator/customer focus.
• Yingling Aviation: Single-location MRO in Wichita, KS, providing piston and turbine maintenance, inspections, and avionics for Cessna, Beechcraft, and Piper aircraft. Comparable in service portfolio and target customer segments.
• Premier Air Center: Single-location MRO at Spirit of St. Louis Airport (KSUS) specializing in King Air, turboprop, and piston aircraft maintenance, inspections, and avionics. Closest peer in terms of scale, customer base, and service mix.
• Elliott Aviation: Multi-location MRO (Moline, Des Moines, Minneapolis) providing maintenance, avionics, and paint for King Air, Citation, and other business aircraft. Overlapping service portfolio and target customer base.
• Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems: Multi-site MRO with locations in Greenville SC, Nashville TN, and Dayton OH, providing maintenance, avionics, and inspection services for King Air and other business aircraft. Direct overlap in King Air phase programs and turboprop MRO.
• Banyan Air Service: Full-service FBO and MRO provider at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE), offering aircraft maintenance, inspections, avionics, and detailing for piston and turbine aircraft. Highly comparable to Double M as a single-airport general aviation MRO hub in Florida.

Broad incumbents

• Atlantic Aviation: National FBO chain offering line maintenance and MRO services at hundreds of US airports. Comparable service category (aircraft maintenance) but at vastly larger scale and broader geographic footprint.
• Signature Flight Support: Global FBO network with MRO capabilities at locations across the US and internationally. Provides overlapping line maintenance services to aircraft owners and operators.
• Jet Aviation: Global business aviation services company with MRO and FBO operations across major US markets. Provides comparable maintenance services but at far larger scale and broader scope.
• Duncan Aviation: One of the largest independent business aviation MRO networks in North America, with full-service facilities offering maintenance, avionics, paint, and interior services. Sets the competitive ceiling for single-site MROs like Double M.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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