D&J Aviation joins SmartSky installation network

SmartSky announced D&J Aviation as a sales and installation partner. D&J recently completed a first-article installation of the SmartSky LITE on a King Air C90, with a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) expected in the coming months. They’re now commencing a SmartSky LITE first-of-type installation on a Citation Encore 560.

“SmartSky is an exciting partner because they give us the ability to offer a complete suite of solutions for our customers, whether special mission or business aviation. Their proven, high-performance inflight connectivity can fit virtually any size aircraft, and rave reviews from customers are driving demand for their systems,” says D&J Aviation CEO Jim Schawb. “We’re beginning our second installation and are actively working on more opportunities to enable continuous streaming connectivity inflight.” https://www.djaviation.aero; https://www.smartskynetworks.com/stc

Trax, PTC partner to enhance aviation maintenance operations

Trax and PTC will partner to integrate Trax’s platforms and PTC’s Servigistics and develop innovative joint solutions. The collaboration takes an innovative approach to addressing the intricate and complex challenges within the aviation industry service supply chain. By seamlessly integrating these innovative platforms, airlines and MROs can more rapidly and efficiently optimize their supply chains to ensure they have the right part in the right place at the right time. https://www.ptc.com; https://www.trax.aero/site

AMETEK MRO consolidates business jet component MRO capabilities

AMETEK MRO is consolidating its business jet maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities in Europe. AMETEK MRO AEM and ANTAVIA have both enhanced their MRO capabilities to provide comprehensive and reliable support for business jet manufacturers, owners, and operators. The integration of advanced technologies, innovative processes, and highly skilled technicians within each facility enables the organization to provide a wide range of component repair services, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of parts such as wheels & brakes, safety equipment including life rafts, avionics repairs and upgrades, and other specialized repairs. https://www.ametekmro.com

Weinberg Capital Group acquires Aviocraft

Weinberg Capital Group and its portfolio company Salt River Aviation have acquired Aviocraft, a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider specializing in batteries, chargers, communication devices, galley, relays, and other aircraft accessories. Aviocraft also maintains an active FAA Repair Station Operator license under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Based in Chandler, Arizona, Aviocraft is a supplier for major and regional airlines, original equipment manufacturers, and overhaul facilities worldwide. https://www.aviocraft.com; https://www.weinbergcap.com; https://saltriveraviation.com

Next Level Aviation, Aeras Aviation enter CFM56 USM agreement

Next Level Aviation (NLA) and Aeras Aviation have entered into a used serviceable material (USM) consignment agreement covering CFM56 family engine accessories. Aeras Aviation will consign engine accessories off their CFM56-5B and -7B teardowns to NLA, which will handle repair management, quality, warehousing, and logistics for the consigned inventory. NLA will then sell the CFM56 USM globally. https://www.aerasaviation.com; https://www.nextlevelaviation.net