Aerial Avionics

What Aerial Avionics does

Aerial Avionics is an authorized Garmin dealer and FAA-certified avionics installation, repair, and sales provider operating from a single hangar at Monterey Regional Airport (1600 Airport Rd., Hangar B, Monterey, CA). Founded in 2008 by Joe Mitchell — an Air Force veteran whose avionics career began in 1981 and who holds FCC and FAA mechanic/repairman certifications — the company serves general aviation aircraft owners across fixed-wing and rotorcraft segments with troubleshooting, repair, installation, upgrades, FAA 91.411/91.413 inspections, aircraft weighing, and avionics consultation. Service delivery combines in-shop work at the Monterey hangar with mobile service that brings avionics solutions directly to helicopter operators at their location.

The company's offering spans new Garmin avionics (navigation radios such as the GNC 215/355 and GPS 175, transponders including GTX 325/335 and GNX 375, flight instruments GI 275 and G5, and audio panels GMA 342/345 and GTR 205), certified pre-owned equipment from Garmin, Avidyne, Bendix/King, Meggitt, and S-TEC (priced from ~$30 to $16,750, with free U.S. shipping and 90-day warranties on used units), and professional installation services for autopilot systems (GFC 500/600 for fixed-wing and GFC 600H for helicopters), ADS-B upgrades, Garmin TXi flight displays, and FAA-certified instrument panels. Behind these installations sits an in-house manufacturing stack — CNC machining, powder coating, laser etching, and custom pressure hose assembly — used both for internal panel fabrication and aerospace component work.

Aerial Avionics generates revenue through one-time equipment sales (online via e-commerce and in-shop), labor-based installation and repair services (quote-based), and recurring FAA inspection and weighing services. Distribution combines direct sales at the Monterey facility, an online storefront, the Garmin dealer channel, and a mobile helicopter service that extends regional reach. The company is privately held with no disclosed financials, funding rounds, acquisitions, or external ownership; the founder remains the named principal and technical anchor of the business.

Name

Aerial Avionics

Legal name

Aerial Avionics

Website

https://aerialavionics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Aerial Avionics is a Monterey, California-based authorized Garmin dealer providing FAA-certified avionics installation, repair, equipment sales, custom panel fabrication, and 91.411/91.413 inspections for general aviation aircraft owners and helicopter operators via direct sales, e-commerce, and mobile service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Avionics Services

NAICS

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

SIC

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

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMABAFAL

Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing/Avionics, Navigation & Flight Control Systems

SECONDARYIMABAFAN

Avionics Test, Simulation & Calibration Equipment

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing/Avionics, Navigation & Flight Control Systems

Keywords

• Avionics installation services
• Aircraft repair services
• Avionics equipment sales
• Custom instrument panels
• Garmin authorized dealer

Headquarters

HQ city

Monterey

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Avionics Equipment Sales: Sales of new and used avionics equipment including Garmin navigation systems, transponders, autopilot components, and aircraft instruments. Products sold with installation kits and 8130-3 documentation where applicable.
2. Installation and Repair Services: Labor services for troubleshooting, repair, installation, and certification of avionics systems. Includes custom instrument panel installation, autopilot installation (Garmin GFC 500/600), and ADS-B upgrades.
3. Manufacturing Services: CNC machining, powder coating, laser etching, and custom hose assembly services for aviation components.
4. Aircraft Inspection Services: FAA-required 91.411/91.413 altitude reporting equipment and transponder inspections for airworthiness compliance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Aerial Avionics is an authorized Garmin dealer providing avionics sales, installation, repair, certification, and inspection services for general aviation fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. The company also operates an in-house manufacturing capability offering CNC machining, powder coating, laser etching, and custom hose fabrication for aviation components, along with custom instrument panel design.

Product overview

Aerial Avionics is an authorized Garmin dealer established in 2008, providing a comprehensive suite of avionics services and products for both fixed-wing aircraft and rotorcraft (helicopters). Their offerings span three main categories: (1) New avionics sales featuring Garmin products including navigation radios (GNC 215, GNC 355, GPS 175), transponders (GTX 325, GTX 335, GNX 375), flight instruments (GI 275, G5), and audio panels (GMA 342, GMA 345, GTR 205); (2) Used/pre-owned avionics sales featuring equipment from Garmin, Avidyne, Bendix/King, Meggitt, S-TEC, and other manufacturers including navigators, transponders, autopilots, displays, and aircraft-specific components; and (3) Installation and repair services including custom instrument panel fabrication, autopilot installation (GFC 500/600 for fixed-wing, GFC 600H for helicopters), 91.411/91.413 inspections, aircraft weighing, and mobile helicopter services. Additionally, they offer manufacturing services including CNC machining, powder coating, laser etching, and custom hose fabrication for the aviation industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Avionics Repair Services Troubleshooting, repair, and certification services for avionics systems, including bench repair and electrical load analysis. Services delivered from the Monterey, CA facility by certified technicians.
• Avionics Installation Services Professional installation of avionics equipment including factory-quality wiring, testing, and certification of all types of avionics systems for fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters.
• 91.411/91.413 Inspections Altitude reporting equipment and transponder inspection services performed to ensure airworthiness and regulatory compliance under FAA 91.411 and 91.413 rules.
• Aircraft Weighing Services Aircraft weighing using state-of-the-art scales to ensure accurate weight and balance data for flight safety.
• Custom Instrument Panel Fabrication Custom-designed instrument panels tailored to specific client needs, combining technical expertise with creative design for cockpit upgrades.
• Autopilot Installation and Repair Installation and repair of autopilot systems, including Garmin GFC 500 and GFC 600 autopilots for fixed-wing aircraft and GFC 600H for helicopters.
• Mobile Helicopter Service On-site professional avionics services delivered directly to helicopter operators at their location, expanding geographic reach beyond the Monterey facility.
• CNC Machining Services High-precision CNC machining for aviation industry components using advanced CNC technology to produce intricate and highly accurate aerospace parts.
• Powder Coating Services Durable powder coating for aerospace components with thousands of color options available, providing resilience and finish for aviation parts.
• Laser Etching Services Precision laser etching for instrument panels meeting rigorous aviation industry demands for accuracy and permanence.
• Custom Hose Fabrication Custom pressure hose assembly designed for specific aircraft needs, built for maximum durability and performance under demanding flight conditions.
• Garmin GTN 750 with Install Kit (Used) Used Garmin GTN 750 touchscreen navigator with installation kit, priced at $13,250.00. Sold with 8130-3 documentation where applicable and a 90-day warranty.
• Avidyne IFD 550 with Install Kit (Used) Used Avidyne IFD 550 with full install kit and 8130-3 certification, priced at $16,750.00. Includes a 90-day warranty.
• Garmin GNC 355 GPS Navigator/Comm Radio New Garmin GNC 355 combined GPS navigator and VHF communication radio, priced at $7,750.00 - $8,450.00.
• Garmin GI 275 Electronic Flight Instrument New Garmin GI 275 compact electronic flight instrument replacing legacy 3-1/8 inch round gauges, supporting attitude, HSI, CDI, MFD, and engine monitoring configurations with high-resolution touchscreen. Priced at $3,695.00 - $7,025.00.
• Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Out Transponder New Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Out compliant transponder for general aviation aircraft, priced at $3,695.00.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hundreds of autopilot installations completed as Garmin dealer
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• GarmincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAerial Avionics is an authorized Garmin dealer, specializing in the sale and installation of Garmin avionics products including GFC 500 and GFC 600 autopilot systems for fixed-wing aircraft, GFC 600H autopilot for helicopters, and Garmin TXi flight displays. The company has completed hundreds of autopilot installations as a certified Garmin dealer.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BendixKing (by Honeywell): Legacy avionics brand (KX-155, KT-76C, etc.) whose used equipment Aerial Avionics resells. Comparable as a competing OEM in the same retrofit/upgrade category.
• Avidyne: Avionics OEM (IFD 440/550, AXP340) whose products Aerial Avionics sells in the used market. Comparable as a broader avionics supplier and as an alternative brand operators may choose during installations.
• Garmin Aviation: Original equipment manufacturer behind the GFC 500/600, G5, GTN, and TXi product lines that Aerial Avionics sells and installs. Functions as both core supplier and indirect competitor if customers purchase direct.
• Duncan Aviation: One of the largest business-avionics MRO providers in North America, with multiple regional facilities and broad service coverage. A larger incumbent that competes for the same autopilot/panel upgrade work but at materially greater scale.

Direct peers

• Sarasota Avionics: Florida-based Garmin-authorized avionics dealer with installation, repair, and pilot-supply operations. Comparable in service mix (autopilot retrofits, panel fabrication, GA focus) and dealer-channel positioning.
• Tomlinson Avionics: Authorized Garmin dealer and full-service avionics shop for fixed-wing and rotorcraft. Similar service mix (installations, repairs, panel work) and reliance on Garmin product line. A direct comparable for a small, founder-led operation.
• Gulf Coast Avionics: Authorized Garmin avionics dealer and installation facility in Lakeland, FL. Offers new/used avionics sales, custom panel builds, and GA/rotorcraft installations — virtually identical operating model to Aerial Avionics with a different geographic anchor.
• Pacific Coast Avionics: Authorized Garmin dealer and avionics installation/repair shop serving fixed-wing and rotorcraft customers across the U.S. Pacific Northwest. Highly comparable in business model: Garmin dealership, new/used avionics sales, custom panel fabrication, and field service.
• Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics: Avionics manufacturer and MRO provider offering installation, repair, and overhaul of GA instruments and avionics systems. Comparable in both the service/installation side and the light-manufacturing/CNC capabilities that Aerial Avionics also operates.

Emerging players

• JP Instruments (JPI): Specialty avionics manufacturer of engine monitors and EDM instruments that often replace or supplement legacy panels. Comparable in being a small, focused avionics supplier that competes for installation slots in the same retrofit projects.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AerialAvionics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/aerial-avionics-inc

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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