MIAMI - Kellstrom Aerospace Group has acquired Vortex Aviation Inc, a specialist in AOG on-wing engine maintenance services and quick-turn engine repairs across all major commercial aircraft engine platforms.

Vortex has repair facilities in Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Shannon, Ireland; and Singapore. It provides global support and turnkey solutions for many of the world's aircraft lessors and airlines.

"The addition of Vortex Aviation, in collaboration with Kellstrom Aerospace and The Aircraft Group (TAG), will provide great value to our customers and the commercial aerospace industry," said Jeff Lund, CEO of Kellstrom Aerospace. "With Vortex Aviation joining Kellstrom Aerospace Group, our range of technical services is greatly enhanced. Whether servicing on-wing support, minor in-house repairs, managing engines through full performance restoration, or technical consultancy projects, we can provide unbiased cost-saving solutions across all major engine platforms."

"We are excited to be a part of Kellstrom Aerospace Group's larger platform," said Patrick Kaufman, President of Vortex Aviation. "The financial strength and technical service capabilities within Kellstrom Aerospace will accelerate the growth of Vortex's service offerings and cost saving solutions to its global customer base."

Kellstrom Aerospace is a portfolio company of AE Industrial Partners LLC, and operates through three global brands: Kellstrom Aerospace, Vortex Aviation, and The Aircraft Group.

Source: Kellstrom Aerospace
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