VSE Corporation Announces Acquisition of Kellstrom Aerospace

Kellstrom Aerospace Expands VSE Aviation’s Presence in Growing Commercial EngineAftermarket ALEXANDRIA, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– VSE Corporation (“VSE” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VSEC), a leading provider of aftermarket distribution and repair services, announced October 15, 2024 that the Company has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Kellstrom Aerospace Group, Inc. (“Kellstrom”), a portfolio company of AE Industrial… Read more »

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Approval Awarded to Vortex Aviation Ireland for CFM56-7B Series Engines

Vortex Aviation Ireland Ltd. has obtained certification from India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for the maintenance and repair of CFM56-7B engines. This DGCA approval marks a major milestone for Vortex Ireland, providing access to a key growth market for CFM56-7B engine maintenance and repairs in South Asia. It also enables Vortex Aviation to… Read more »

Vortex Aviation Receives ANAC Certification, Opening Opportunities for MRO Engine Services in Brazil

Davie, Florida (USA) – Vortex Aviation Inc, the engine maintenance division of Kellstrom Aerospace has been awarded type certification approval by the National Civil Aviation Authority of Brazil (ANAC). This new authorization approves Vortex Aviation to perform its suite of engine maintenance services in the field and in our shops enabling the organization to best… Read more »

Managing the Availability of Spare Engines

Kellstrom Aerospace Group Chief Commercial Officer, John McKirdy featured in an article written by David Dundas in AviTrader Publications, regarding the post-pandemic commercial aviation sector to discuss what cost-effective solutions were being offered where spare engines were concerned.

Kellstrom Aerospace, Vortex Aviation and Spirit Airlines Sign Long-Term Agreement Covering End of Life Technical Advisory Services & Engine Maintenance for Spirit Airlines V2500-A5 Engines

DAVIE, FL – October 18, 2022 – Kellstrom Aerospace, a leader in aviation life-cycle cost management solutions, and Spirit Airlines have entered into a multi-year agreement whereby Kellstrom Aerospace will provide technical advisory and end-of-life advisory services and Vortex Aviation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kellstrom Aerospace, will supply engine hospital shop and field services maintenance… Read more »

Vortex Aviation Inducts First GTF PW1000G Engine in New Davie, Florida Facility

DAVIE, FL — Vortex Aviation, a global leader in on-wing and quick-turn turbine engine repair, has announced the successful induction of its first Pratt & Whitney GTF PW1130G-JM engine at its state-of-the-art facility in Davie, Florida. This milestone marks the official launch of PW1000G series engine capabilities at the new facility. It further enhances Vortex’s… Read more »

Vortex Aviation Dublin Facility Receives EASA Certification

Miami Lakes, Florida — Vortex Aviation, a global leader in on-wing turbine engine support and 24/7 AOG (Aircraft on Ground) services across Europe and neighboring regions, announced that its Dublin, Ireland facility has officially received EASA maintenance approval from the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). This certification enables Vortex Aviation to perform engine hospital shop maintenance… Read more »

Vortex Aviation Expands Global Footprint with New Dublin, Ireland Engine Maintenance Facility

Fort Lauderdale, FL — May 13, 2019 — Vortex Aviation, a global provider of engine maintenance services, has expanded its operations with a new location in Dublin, Ireland. This facility will offer hospital shop visit engine maintenance to support Vortex’s worldwide customer base. The new shop will initially focus on CFM56-5B and CFM56-7B engines. More… Read more »