Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted FAA-PMA Aircraft Parts Manufacturer in Clearwater, FL
Founded in 1988, Aviation Engineering Consultants (AECI) has grown to employ over 40 professionals across a 20-acre campus in Pinellas County, Florida. Our vertically integrated operations encompass design, manufacturing, assembly, and testing of FAA-PMA replacement parts for general aviation, commercial, and military aircraft. We maintain rigorous quality control through in-house material analysis and environmental testing, including temperature, humidity, and salt fog procedures.Our engineering team holds numerous patents and provides FAA certification services for aircraft components and installations. AECI supports global manufacturers in design, certification, and distribution while offering contract manufacturing capabilities through advanced machining, welding, and CNC technologies. We prioritize cost savings and shorter lead times compared to OEM parts while maintaining functional equivalence and safety compliance.
Services
FAA-PMA Parts Manufacturing
Contract Manufacturing
Engineering Design
Environmental Testing
FAA Certified Repair Station
Material Analysis
Aircraft Certification
Military Hardware Parts
General Aviation Parts
Commercial Aircraft Parts
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in FAA-certified aircraft part manufacturing.
- Our PMA parts meet or exceed OEM quality while reducing costs by up to 40%.
- We conduct in-house environmental and material testing to ensure compliance.
- Our 20-acre campus supports full lifecycle production control.
- We hold multiple patents for innovative aircraft component designs.
Associations and certifications
- FAA
What people say
FAA-certified expertise
Cost-effective replacements
Precision manufacturing
Military compliance
Engineering innovation
Services
FAA-PMA Parts Manufacturing
We design and manufacture FAA-PMA replacement parts for commercial, general aviation, and military aircraft. Our parts undergo rigorous certification to ensure functional equivalence with OEM components while offering significant cost savings. With over 35 years of experience, we maintain strict quality control through in-house testing and material analysis.
Contract Manufacturing
Our advanced manufacturing facility offers contract production services using 5-axis mills, CNC lathes, and laser marking systems. We produce complex components to aerospace standards with support for industries requiring precision engineering and FAA-compliant manufacturing processes.
Environmental Testing
We conduct temperature, humidity, and salt fog testing alongside optical emission spectroscopy and X-ray fluorescence analysis. These services ensure component durability and compliance for aerospace applications while supporting other industries' quality assurance needs.
Engineering Design
Our engineering team provides FAA certification services and product development for aircraft components. With expertise in design, prototyping, and lifecycle support, we help clients transform concepts into certified, production-ready solutions for various aircraft platforms.
FAA Certified Repair Station
As FAA-certified repair station #15AR684Y, we inspect, repair, and overhaul aircraft components following Part 145 regulations. Our services cover a wide range of aircraft parts while maintaining compliance with federal aviation safety standards and documentation requirements.
Questions
What is FAA-PMA certification?
FAA-PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) certifies that replacement parts meet FAA safety regulations and are functionally equivalent to OEM components.
Do you sell directly to consumers?
General aviation parts are available through our online store. Commercial and military customers can request quotes via email.
What manufacturing capabilities do you have?
We operate 5-axis mills, CNC lathes, and laser marking systems with support for complex aerospace components and contract manufacturing.
Can you test materials for other companies?
Yes, we offer material analysis (OES/XRF) and environmental testing (temperature, salt fog) services to external clients.
What aircraft types do you support?
We serve Boeing, Airbus, Embraer, Bombardier, and Cessna platforms across commercial, general aviation, and military sectors.
Are your parts cheaper than OEM equivalents?
Yes, our FAA-PMA parts typically offer 30-40% cost savings compared to original equipment manufacturer pricing.
