In the aviation business since 1975, Blackwell Aviation is a Southwestern Pennsylvania shop best known for its award-winning restoration of historic T-34 Mentors. Based at Rostraver Airport, the company serves a global customer base with specialized care for piston-powered Beechcraft, including full aircraft rebuilding and repair.
Columbia Aircraft ServicesSince 1938, Columbia Aircraft Services has repaired and overhauled aircraft engines and airframes at Bloomsburg Municipal Airport, with a comprehensive machine shop and master mechanics and machinists handling most work in-house. The FAA-approved repair station has a long history with Lycoming and Continental components, and today serves customers around the globe. Its team also includes Karl E. George, a 2024 recipient of the FAA’s Charles E. Taylor Master Mechanic Award after spending his entire career with the company.BLOOMSBURG, PA
QAI AerospaceEstablished in 1996, QAI Aerospace has grown from a Pittsburgh-area MRO facility into an international aviation component repair company serving customers in more than 50 countries. Based in White Oak, Pennsylvania, the company is known for its experienced technicians, whose average bench experience exceeds 16 years, and for supporting commercial and military operators with certified repair services.WHITE OAK, PA
Flight Controls, LLCSince 1986, Flight Controls has specialized in repairing, rebuilding, re-skinning, and overhauling aircraft wings and flight controls for piston and turboprop aircraft. Founded by A&P IA Jerry Peer, the Etna shop has rebuilt or repaired more than 2,000 control surfaces and wings using custom jigs, with FAA-certified technicians and third-party IA inspection supporting each return to service.COLUMBUS, OH