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AAIC Signs 3-Year Service Agreement with Southwest Airlines

June 06 2025

Owasso, OK – June, 2025 – Aviation Avionics Instruments Corp. (AAIC), a Sunvair Aerospace Group company, is proud to announce the signing of a new three-year service agreement with Southwest Airlines to provide avionics, instrumentation, and accessories repair and overhaul services.

This agreement reinforces a valued relationship spanning over two decades, as Southwest Airlines continues to be a preferred customer of AAIC. The new contract reflects Southwest’s continued confidence in AAIC’s engineering-driven approach to MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) services.

Engineered Solutions for Predictable Performance
Southwest Airlines selected AAIC based on its track record of predictable maintenance costs and enhanced component reliability—a result of AAIC’s ongoing investment in engineered solutions. These solutions are specifically designed to offer operators cost certainty, reduce downtime, and deliver consistent performance.

“This agreement is a testament to the trust and collaboration between our organizations,” said Dale Roberts, Group COO at Sunvair Aerospace Group. “We’re proud to support Southwest with proven reliability and continued innovation across our capabilities.”

A True Fleet Partnership
Southwest Airlines also played a pivotal role as a lead-the-fleet partner for several of AAIC’s recently developed capabilities. This level of early engagement showcases a shared commitment to driving innovation, improving performance, and ensuring long-term operational value.

Sunvair Aerospace Group is a global leader in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, encompassing four specialized divisions: Sunvair, Mingo Aerospace, AAIC, and Aerospace Plating. Each division is dedicated to delivering top-quality MRO services with an unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service Media contract: Justin Saxbury, VP of Sales, JSaxbury@sunvairgroup.com

Sunvair Aerospace Group Acquires CrossCheck Aviation to Expand Product Services

March 27 2025

Owasso, Oklahoma — 03/26/2025 — Sunvair Aerospace Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of CrossCheck Aviation, a leading aerospace company based in Reno, Nevada. This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Sunvair Aerospace Group's product offerings.

CrossCheck Aviation, known for its cutting-edge engineering capabilities, brings a wealth of expertise in aircraft avionics and accessory services. The addition of CrossCheck Aviation to the Sunvair Aerospace Group portfolio not only expands the company’s service capabilities but also reinforces its core mission of "Engineered Reliability." CrossCheck’s industry-leading solutions and dedication to quality make it an ideal cultural and operational fit for Sunvair Aerospace Group.

"This acquisition fully supports and aligns with our growth strategy," said Kerry Jarandson, President and CEO of Sunvair Aerospace Group. "By integrating CrossCheck Aviation into Sunvair Group, we are enhancing our service portfolio and strengthening our commitment to providing our clients with reliable, top-quality aerospace solutions. We look forward to collaborating with the CrossCheck team to deliver even more value to our customers."

Vince Prentice, General Manager of CrossCheck Aviation, also shared his thoughts on the acquisition, stating, "Joining Sunvair is a transformative step for CrossCheck Aviation. The expanded engineering capabilities that Sunvair brings to the table will allow us to broaden our product offerings and introduce new, innovative solutions to the market. This partnership will also create additional cost benefits for our current and future customers, enhancing the value we provide in every aspect of our services."

For more information about Sunvair Aerospace Group and CrossCheck Aviation, please visit www.SunvairGroup.com

Sunvair Aerospace Group is a global leader in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, encompassing four specialized divisions: Sunvair, Mingo Aerospace, AAIC, and Aerospace Plating. Each division is dedicated to delivering top-quality MRO services with an unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service Media contract: Justin Saxbury, VP of Sales, JSaxbury@sunvairgroup.com

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