aircraft shop supply

Name

aircraft shop supply

Website

https://145.aero

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation MRO Supplies Distribution

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Aerospace & Defense (TLAIALAB)

Keywords

• Aviation maintenance supplies
• Aerospace chemicals distribution
• Aircraft hardware
• Aviation lubricants
• MRO supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: One-time transactional sales of aviation maintenance supplies including engine oils, lubricants, sealants, cleaners, paints, and aircraft parts. Products are sold at various quantities from individual units to bulk drums. Additional revenue from value-added services including hazmat packaging and shipping.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Aircraft Shop Supply is a specialized aviation maintenance supplies distributor operating a Shopify-based e-commerce platform (145.aero). The company sells certified aerospace chemicals, lubricants, sealants, paints, cleaners, aircraft parts, ground support equipment, and pilot supplies as an authorized distributor for major brands including Aeroshell, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, and Sherwin-Williams. Products meet MIL-SPEC, SAE, Boeing BMS, Airbus AIMS, NATO, and DEF STAN specifications and are available in unit and bulk quantities to MROs, FBOs, military/government operators, and general aviation owners.

Product overview

Aircraft Shop Supply is a specialized B2B e-commerce platform (built on Shopify) distributing premium aviation supplies and maintenance products. The company operates as an authorized distributor for major aerospace manufacturers including Aeroshell, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, Royco, Flamemaster, and many others. The product portfolio centers on nine main categories: (1) Engine Oils, Hydraulic Fluids & Mineral Greases (including piston oils, turbine oils, engine preservation, greases, hydraulic fluids, and fuel system fluids); (2) Sealants & Adhesives (aerospace sealants, epoxies, threadlockers, RTVs); (3) Standard Parts (hardware, lamps, flooring); (4) Cleaners, Solvents, Degreasers & Removers; (5) Lubricants, Anti-Seize & Anti-Corrosives; (6) Paints & Appearance Products (MIL-SPEC coatings, aerosols, touch-up paints); (7) Shop Supplies (abrasives, brushes, PPE, tooling); (8) Ground Operations & Pilot Supplies (including FUELSTAT microbial fuel testing kits and David Clark headsets); and (9) Aircraft Parts. The company also provides value-added services including hazardous materials packaging/shipping, cross-reference charts for product substitution, and offers discounts on low shelf-life and dented package inventory.

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Products and services

• Engine Oils, Hydraulic Fluids & Mineral Greases Category of aviation fluids including piston oils, turbine oils, engine preservation oils, greases, hydraulic fluids, fuel system calibration fluids, and fuel additives for aircraft maintenance; serves MROs, FBOs, and general aviation owners.
• Sealants & Adhesives Aerospace sealants, jointing compounds, adhesives, epoxies, torque seals, threadlockers, RTVs & silicones, and fiber resins for aviation assembly and repair applications.
• Standard Parts Standard hardware, lamps, and aircraft vinyl flooring for aviation maintenance and interior applications.
• Cleaners, Solvents, Degreasers & Removers Solvents, degreasers, polysulfide and silicone removers, interior cleaners, fresheners, passenger wipes, soap, vomit bags, and exterior cleaning products for aircraft cabin and exterior maintenance.
• Lubricants, Anti-Seize & Anti-Corrosives General-purpose and specialized lubricants, anti-seize compounds, dry lubricants, and anti-corrosive products for aircraft maintenance applications.
• Paints & Appearance Products Specialty MIL-SPEC coatings, aerosol paints, and touch-up paints for aircraft finishing and exterior appearance.
• Shop Supplies Abrasives and sandpaper, brushes, plastic caps and plugs, PPE safety gear, spill containment, tapes, and tooling for aviation maintenance shops.
• Ground Operations & Pilot Supplies Emergency equipment, first aid kits, FUELSTAT microbial fuel testing products, headsets and accessories, and insecticides for ground crew operations.
• Aircraft Parts Batteries, engine parts, turbine engine parts, and airframe parts for aircraft maintenance and replacement.
• Hazmat Packaging & Shipping Services Dangerous goods handling, packaging, consolidation, and freight services for aviation chemical products ordered through the storefront.
• FUELSTAT Microbial Fuel Testing Kits On-site immunoassay test kits (FUELSTAT Plus and FUELSTAT One) for rapid detection of microbial contamination in aviation jet fuel, compliant with IATA and JIG guidelines and listed in Airbus and Boeing AMMs.
• David Clark Aviation Headsets Ground support headsets and communication systems from David Clark for clear communication in high-noise aviation ground crew environments.
• Cross Reference Charts Online cross-reference tools for aerospace grease, hydraulic fluid, sealant, turbine engine oil, and piston oil product substitution across brands.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered primary, core and minor.

• AeroshellprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Aeroshell aviation oils, greases, and hydraulic fluids. Products include piston engine oils, turbine oils, and aircraft greases meeting various military and aerospace specifications.
• Exxon MobilprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Exxon Mobil aviation lubricants including Jet oils, turbine oils, hydraulic fluids, and greases meeting MIL-SPEC requirements.
• Phillips 66primaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Phillips 66 aviation oils including X/C Aviation Oil, piston engine oils, and turbine oils.
• Sherwin-Williams AerospacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Sherwin-Williams aerospace coatings including MIL-PRF-85285 topcoats and MIL-PRF-23377 primers.
• PPG AerospacecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of PPG Aerospace sealants and coatings for aviation applications.
• H.B. FullercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of H.B. Fuller industrial adhesives, sealants, and specialty chemical products meeting AS9100, ISO9001, and NADCAP quality standards. Products serve aerospace manufacturing and structural bonding applications.
• RoycocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Royco aviation greases, turbine oils, hydraulic fluids, and corrosion preventives.
• CastrolcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Castrol Brayco hydraulic fluids, turbine oils, and aviation lubricants.
• Conidia Bioscience (FUELSTAT)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of FUELSTAT Plus and FUELSTAT One microbial fuel testing kits. Products provide rapid on-site wing-side immunoassay testing compliant with IATA and JIG guidelines, listed in Airbus and Boeing AMMs.
• David ClarkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of David Clark ground support headsets and communication systems for aviation ground crew operations.
• Kore AviationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Kore Aviation headsets and accessories for aviation communications.
• LonsealminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Lonseal aircraft certified vinyl flooring products.
• Henkel (Loctite)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Henkel Loctite anti-seize lubricants and threadlockers for aviation applications.
• Dow CorningminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Dow Corning Molykote lubricants, DOWSIL fluids, and silicone products for aerospace applications.
• EastmanminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Eastman turbo oils including 2380, 2197, and 2389 products meeting MIL-PRF specifications.
• FlamemasterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Flamemaster aerospace sealants including polysulfide fuel tank and window sealants.
• Corrosion TechnologiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Corrosion Technologies advanced surface treatments, cleaners, and lubricants for aerospace applications.
• Vantage (B&B Technologies)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Vantage aircraft exterior cleaners, gel cleaners, and paint strippers meeting MIL-PRF specifications.
• AirfascominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Airfasco aviation hardware and standard parts.
• Armite LubricantsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Armite rust penetrants, anti-seize compounds, and specialty lubricants.
• NYCOminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of NYCO turbine oils and helicopter transmission fluids.
• LPS (ITW)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of LPS dry moly lubricants and specialty maintenance products.
• Pilgrim AerospaceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Pilgrim Aerospace specialty products.
• Polyken/PatcominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Polyken aviation tapes, cargo liner adhesives, and Patco MRO surface protection products.
• Royal AdhesivesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Royal Adhesives aerospace sealants and adhesives.
• Krylon (Sherwin-Williams)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Krylon aerosol paints and coating products for aviation applications.
• Dupli-ColorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Dupli-Color engine paints and aerosol coating products.
• VHT (VHT Brands)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of VHT high-temperature coatings and specialty paints.
• PIP (Protective Industrial Products)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of PIP aviation PPE and aerospace safety equipment.
• Oshino LampsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Oshino aircraft lamps and lighting components.
• Lord CorporationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Lord Corporation helicopter and aerospace products.
• SkydrolminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Skydrol hydraulic fluids for aviation applications.
• CallingtonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Callington aircraft cleaning products, hand soaps, and appearance products.

Scale indicators3 records

Direct peers

• Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co: Aircraft Spruce is a long-standing direct-to-customer aviation supplies distributor covering hardware, fluids, paints, parts, and pilot gear across piston and general-aviation segments. It is the most directly comparable competitor to Aircraft Shop Supply, with overlapping SKU breadth, e-commerce-led GTM, and similar MRO/FBO/owner-operator customer base.
• SkyGeek: SkyGeek is an e-commerce distributor specializing in aviation cleaners, degreasers, sealants, and other maintenance chemicals. It overlaps directly with Aircraft Shop Supply's sealants, cleaners, and lubricants categories and serves the same FBOs and MRO buyers via a similar Shopify-style storefront.
• Pilot John International: Pilot John distributes aviation cleaning products, de-icing fluids, and ground support consumables to FBOs, airlines, and general-aviation operators. Its product mix and customer profile are closely aligned with Aircraft Shop Supply's cleaners, ground operations, and pilot supplies categories.
• AeroBase Group: AeroBase Group is an aerospace MRO distributor supplying chemicals, sealants, coatings, and consumables to commercial and military operators. Its product range, MIL-SPEC focus, and customer segments closely mirror Aircraft Shop Supply's aviation MRO customer segment.

Broad incumbents

• Aviall Services (Boeing Distribution): Aviall is a Boeing-owned aerospace parts and MRO supply distributor offering a far broader portfolio of OEM and aftermarket parts across commercial, business, and military aviation. It competes with Aircraft Shop Supply on the parts, fluids, and consumables side while operating at vastly larger scale and with direct OEM integration.
• W.W. Grainger: Grainger is a large industrial MRO distributor with an e-commerce platform selling safety, cleaning, and maintenance supplies to industrial buyers. It is comparable as a broad-line MRO distributor with a digital GTM, though its aerospace-specific certification depth and SKU breadth are far narrower than Aircraft Shop Supply's.
• McMaster-Carr: McMaster-Carr is a benchmark e-commerce industrial supplies distributor known for catalog depth and operational excellence. While not aerospace-certified, its product-led growth motion, broad SKU catalog, and self-serve digital platform make it a structural benchmark for Aircraft Shop Supply's e-commerce distribution model.
• Amazon Business: Amazon Business is a broad-line B2B e-commerce platform increasingly listing industrial and specialty maintenance supplies. While not aerospace-certified, it competes on price, convenience, and shipping speed for the subset of Aircraft Shop Supply's SKUs that are not strictly MIL-SPEC.

Others

• PartsBase: PartsBase operates an aviation parts marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of airframe, engine, and component parts. It is comparable as a digital aerospace distribution platform, though its marketplace model and focus on rotables differ from Aircraft Shop Supply's consumables distribution focus.

Regional players

• Marston Superior Aerospace (formerly Marv Skydrol): Marston Superior Aerospace distributes Skydrol hydraulic fluids and related aerospace chemicals, often through regional channels. It overlaps with Aircraft Shop Supply's hydraulic fluids category and serves similar MRO customers, though its scope and brand portfolio are far narrower.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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