Air-tech

What Air-tech does

Air-Tech, Inc. is a privately held specialty retailer and manufacturer founded in 1977 and headquartered in Reserve, Louisiana. The company operates as the authorized Quicksilver Dealer/Manufacturer for Quicksilver Ultralight Aircraft in the United States, holding that continuous authorization for nearly fifty years. Its core activity is the direct-to-consumer sale of complete Quicksilver ultralight aircraft kits, replacement parts (airframe, engine, avionics, propellers, fuel systems, brakes, hardware, tools), and technical services to individual ultralight aircraft owners and self-builders.

The product portfolio combines genuine OEM Quicksilver parts distribution with a small proprietary Air-Tech-branded product line, most notably the Air-Tech Rotax Gear Box Clutch (a designed-in-house clutch that disengages the propeller below 2,350 RPM to mitigate cold-start vibration in 2-cycle Rotax engines), the AERO1000 Engine Package offered as an upgrade for the Quicksilver MX Sprint, prewired battery boxes, trim kits, hydraulic brake kits, and wing fence/wire brace kits. There is no proprietary software or AI; the underlying technology stack is a standard transactional e-commerce website supplemented by downloadable assembly manuals and YouTube how-to video content.

The business model is unit-based direct sales: customers purchase individual parts, kits, or engine packages via the air-techinc.com e-commerce storefront or by phone during limited business hours (Monday–Thursday, 9 am–4 pm CST). Pricing is publicly disclosed per item, ranges from under $5 (nuts, washers) to over $800 (brake kits), and there is no subscription or recurring revenue component. The company serves a single vertical segment (Quicksilver ultralight owners and builders), operates exclusively in the US, and has no third-party distribution, retail presence, or marketplace listings.

Name

Air-tech

Legal name

Air-Tech Inc.

Website

https://air-techinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Air-Tech, Inc. is a privately held, Louisiana-based authorized Quicksilver ultralight aircraft dealer and manufacturer (since 1977) selling complete kits, replacement parts, proprietary components, and technical support directly to US ultralight aircraft owners and self-builders via e-commerce and phone.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ultralight Aircraft Parts and Kits

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Training & Light Sport Fixed-Wing Aircraft Manufacturing (IMABAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aerospace Fasteners & Hardware (IMABANAA), Aerospace Landing Gear Components & Subsystems (IMABANAK), Engine Control, Fuel & Ignition Systems (FADEC/Accessories) (IMABADAK)

Keywords

• Ultralight aircraft parts
• Aircraft kit sales
• Rotax engine components
• Ultralight aircraft service
• Aviation replacement parts

Headquarters

HQ city

Reserve

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Aircraft and Kit Sales: Sale of complete Quicksilver ultralight aircraft kits and completed aircraft. Customers can purchase full aircraft for assembly or as completed units.
2. Replacement Parts and Components: Extensive catalog of replacement parts for Quicksilver aircraft including airframe parts, engine components, avionics, propellers, fuel systems, brakes, wheels, hardware, and tools. One-time purchase model per item.
3. AERO1000 Engine Package: Sale of the AERO1000 engine package as a featured product offering, compatible with Quicksilver MX Sprint aircraft.
4. Technical Services: Service and support for Quicksilver aircraft, including technical assistance via dedicated email ([email protected]) and downloadable assembly manuals/resources.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Air-Tech Inc. is an authorized Quicksilver Dealer and Manufacturer that sells complete Quicksilver ultralight aircraft kits, replacement parts, accessories, and proprietary components (such as the Air-Tech Rotax Gear Box Clutch and AERO1000 Engine Package). The company also provides technical service, support, and downloadable assembly manuals for Quicksilver ultralight aircraft owners and builders. Customers order via the company's e-commerce website, phone, or email, and Air-Tech ships parts directly from its Reserve, Louisiana headquarters.

Product overview

Air-Tech Inc. is an Authorized Quicksilver Dealer and Manufacturer offering Sales, Service & Support of Quicksilver Ultralight Aircraft since 1977. The company operates as a parts distributor and manufacturer, providing complete aircraft kits and replacement parts to the ultralight aircraft industry. Their product portfolio centers on Quicksilver ultralight aircraft and related components including the proprietary AERO1000 Engine Package, Air-Tech Rotax Gear Box Clutch (their own design for smooth engine idle operation), Trim Kit products for various aircraft models, Hydraulic Brake Kits, and comprehensive airframe parts categories covering tail-empennage, trike-fuselage, wing fences, and hardware. The company also stocks an extensive Rotax engine parts inventory, tools and supplies, avionics, floats, propellers, fuel systems, and aircraft hardware. They serve both as a Quicksilver dealer selling completed kits and as a manufacturer producing their own branded components.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Quicksilver Ultralight Aircraft Complete ultralight aircraft kits and replacement parts for Quicksilver models including MX Sprint, Sport, Sport II, Sport IIS, Sprint II, GT 400, and GT 500. Sold as kits for assembly or as completed units to ultralight aircraft owners and builders.
• AERO1000 Engine Package Featured proprietary engine package offered by Air-Tech, available for the Quicksilver MX Sprint ultralight aircraft.
• Air-Tech Rotax Gear Box Clutch Air-Tech proprietary clutch system designed to disengage the propeller from the engine for smooth starting and idle operation. Only available for the Rotax 'C' gearbox. Added weight approximately 3 lbs.
• Trim Kit Products Actuator control assemblies for elevator trim control. Available for single-place, two-place, and GT400 aircraft configurations. Includes control lever assembly, ball handle, cover plate, conduit fittings, and control cable.
• Hydraulic Brake Kits Complete hydraulic disk brake systems including 6-inch Hegar spun aluminum wheels, wheel hubs, disc/rotor, brake assembly, steel axles, master cylinder, fluid lines, and fittings. Designed for all Quicksilver model aircraft.
• Wing Fences & Wire Brace Kits Aerodynamic wing tip fences constructed of 1/2 inch aluminum tubing and Lexan panels to improve wing efficiency by preventing air spillover. Designed for MXII, Sprint I or II, and Sprint 2-S aircraft.
• Battery Box Products

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Quicksilver AircraftcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1977Air-Tech Inc. is a Full Service, Authorized Quicksilver Dealer / Manufacturer offering Sales, Service & Support of Quicksilver Ultralight Aircraft since 1977. This authorized dealer/manufacturer relationship allows Air-Tech to sell genuine Quicksilver aircraft kits and replacement parts, ensuring product authenticity and manufacturer support.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• CubCrafters: Manufacturer of Carbon Cub and Sport Cub light-sport/STOL aircraft, also offering parts, service, and Rotax engine support. Comparable as a kit/LSA OEM that sells complete aircraft plus an aftermarket parts business.
• Sonex Aircraft: Manufacturer of Sonex, Waiex, and Xenos kit aircraft sold to sport builders, including aerobatic variants. Comparable business model selling kits and replacement parts direct to builders in the same enthusiast market.
• RANS Aircraft: Designer and kit manufacturer of recreational and light-sport aircraft such as the S-7 Courier and AiraVator ultralight. Comparable as a niche kit-aircraft OEM targeting the same sport aviation builder/owner segment.
• Zenith Aircraft Company: Manufacturer of kit aircraft (STOL CH 750, Zodiac, Cruzer) sold as buildable kits to sport/recreational pilots. Closely comparable to Air-Tech in that both sell complete kit aircraft plus replacement parts and technical support directly to sport aviation builders.
• Flight Design USA: Importer and dealer of Flight Design light-sport aircraft (CT series) into the US market, providing sales, service, and parts for LSA owners. Comparable as a US-based authorized dealer/manufacturer representative in the light-sport segment.
• Lockwood Aircraft Company: Long-running Rotax engine distributor and service center that also sells parts, propellers, and components for ultralight and light-sport aircraft. Highly comparable to Air-Tech's combination of authorized Rotax parts inventory and full-service support.
• Just Aircraft / Just SuperSTOL: Sells Highlander and SuperSTOL light-sport aircraft kits plus Rotax engine packages and accessories. Directly comparable to Air-Tech's mix of complete aircraft kits, engine packages (AERO1000), and parts.

Broad incumbents

• Van's Aircraft: Larger, established kit aircraft manufacturer (RV-series) with a broad builder community and extensive parts catalog. Comparable end-customer (experimental aircraft builders) but materially larger scale and broader product line than Air-Tech.
• Aircraft Spruce & Specialty: Major general-aviation parts distributor selling hardware, avionics, engine parts, and accessories across many aircraft platforms. Comparable as a parts retailer/distributor serving GA builders and owners, though far broader and more diversified than Air-Tech's Quicksilver-only focus.
• Icon Aircraft: Manufacturer of Icon A5 light-sport amphibious aircraft, positioned as a premium entrant in the recreational/light-sport market. Comparable in targeting the recreational pilot segment but operates at significantly larger scale and capital intensity.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Air-TechInc.UltralightAi-xr6qs
• Facebookfacebook.com/100057227869083
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/air-tech-inc

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Investors

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M&A

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