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STS Aviation Services Secures GCAA CAR-145 C6 Equipment Rating at Dubai CommerCity Facility

Bryan Shaw

17 August 2026

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Dubai, UAE (August 17, 2026) – STS Aviation Services has received approval from the General Civil Aviation Authority of the United Arab Emirates for a GCAA CAR-145 C6 Equipment Rating at its Dubai CommerCity facility. The approval has been issued under GCAA CAR-145 Approval Number UAE.145.0101.

The approval expands the company’s maintenance capability in Dubai and authorizes STS Aviation Services to perform approved component maintenance activities within the C6 Equipment category.

For STS Aviation Services, the approval represents another step in the continued buildout of its Middle East MRO operation. It gives the company added capability in a region where operators need responsive, locally available support backed by proven technical expertise.

Located near Dubai International Airport, the Dubai CommerCity facility places STS Aviation Services close to one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs. From this location, the company is positioned to support regional carriers, international operators and aviation partners across the UAE, the Gulf and the wider Middle East.

“Securing the GCAA CAR-145 C6 Equipment Rating at our Dubai CommerCity facility is an important step forward for our team and our customers,” said Paul Curry, Vice President and General Manager of STS Aviation Services Middle East. “This approval expands the work we can perform locally and allows us to deliver a broader range of component maintenance services from Dubai. It also reflects the continued investment STS Aviation Group is making in the Middle East and the confidence we have in this market.”

The rating adds depth to STS Aviation Services’ global MRO network while strengthening its ability to support aircraft operators in the region with reliable, disciplined and locally delivered component maintenance solutions.

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul solutions supporting commercial and military aviation customers around the world. With facilities and line maintenance stations across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe and the Middle East, STS Aviation Services delivers aircraft maintenance, modification, engineering and support services backed by experienced teams and a commitment to operational excellence.

Media Contact

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
[email protected]
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521

STS Aviation Group Selected as Prime Contractor Awardee for U.S. Air Force KC-46 CASPER Program

Bryan Shaw

12 August 2026

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News

JENSEN BEACH, Florida, August 12, 2026 — STS Aviation Group, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, engineering, material support and workforce management solutions, today announced that its material services division has been selected as a prime contractor awardee for the U.S. Air Force’s KC-46 Commercial Common Repairable Support program, commonly known as CASPER.

CASPER is a multi-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract vehicle supporting repair and exchange requirements for KC-46 tanker aircraft components. Through the program, STS Aviation Group will be eligible to compete for individual task orders over a five-year ordering period. The overall CASPER contract ceiling is valued at more than $470 million.

“This award is an important step for STS Aviation Group and the continued growth of our defense sustainment capabilities,” said PJ Anson, Chief Executive Officer of STS Aviation Group. “The KC-46 is a critical platform, and CASPER gives us the opportunity to support aircraft readiness with the speed, discipline and accountability STS has built across commercial aviation.”

The CASPER program is designed to help keep KC-46 aircraft mission-ready through responsive aftermarket support, including repair management, exchange support, documentation, quality compliance and coordination with qualified repair partners.

For STS Aviation Group, the award builds on years of commercial aviation aftermarket experience while expanding the company’s role in direct defense sustainment work. It also reflects the growing value of commercial aviation practices in military support environments where speed, supplier coordination and cost discipline are essential.

“Our material services division was built to support complex aviation operators with speed, quality and control,” said Tim Russo, President of STS Aviation Group’s material services division. “CASPER aligns directly with the work our team does every day. We understand the importance of KC-46 readiness, and we’re prepared to support the Air Force with disciplined program execution and responsive material support.”

STS Aviation Group’s material services division supports commercial, cargo, military and OEM customers through component support, OEM distribution, hose manufacturing, engine assets, repair management and supply chain programs. Its inclusion in the KC-46 CASPER program strengthens STS Aviation Group’s position as a trusted aviation support partner across commercial and military markets.

About STS Aviation Group

STS Aviation Group is a global provider of aircraft maintenance, engineering, material support and workforce management solutions for commercial, cargo, military and OEM customers. Headquartered in Jensen Beach, Florida, STS Aviation Group operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and beyond, delivering integrated aviation solutions that keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently.

Media Contact

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing
1-800-800-2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]

STS Aviation Group Heads to ACPC 2026 in Orlando

Bryan Shaw

7 August 2026

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Events

Every year, ACPC puts airline purchasing teams, suppliers and aviation service providers in the same place for a few very busy days.

That’s exactly why we keep coming back.

From August 29 through September 1, STS Aviation Group will be in Orlando for the 69th Annual Air Carriers Purchasing Conference at Grande Lakes Orlando. This year, three STS teams will be on site, each representing a different piece of the support network we’ve built around the global aviation industry.

Where to Find STS at ACPC 2026

STS Component Solutions | Booth 518

Parts availability can change an operation in a hurry.

STS Component Solutions supports airlines and operators around the world with aircraft and engine components, OEM distribution programs, inventory solutions and responsive supply chain support.

If you’re looking for ways to strengthen availability, simplify sourcing or solve an immediate material requirement, stop by Booth 518 and talk with our team.

STS Air-Pro | Booth 1004

STS Air-Pro specializes in high-performance hoses and assemblies engineered for demanding aerospace applications.

Our team combines manufacturing experience, product knowledge and responsive support to deliver fluid conveyance solutions built around the needs of aircraft operators and aviation customers worldwide.

You’ll find STS Air-Pro at Booth 1004.

STS Aviation Services | Booth 1104

Aircraft maintenance is rarely a one-size-fits-all business.

STS Aviation Services provides global MRO support across a growing network of facilities and line maintenance locations, with capabilities spanning aircraft maintenance, modifications, repair, engineering and on-wing support.

If your operation needs additional maintenance capacity, specialized technical support or a long-term MRO partner, come see us at Booth 1104.

Why ACPC?

ACPC has built its reputation around access.

The conference gives airlines and suppliers dedicated opportunities to meet face to face, talk through current requirements and build relationships that continue long after everyone heads home. The 2026 program includes Airline Roundtable Sessions, professional development programming and the Aviation Networking Forum, which takes place Sunday, August 30.

For STS Aviation Group, that makes Orlando an easy decision.

We work across different corners of the aviation industry, but the objective is always the same. Understand what our customers need, put the right people and resources behind it, and find a way to help.

Let’s Meet in Orlando

If you’re heading to ACPC 2026, make some time for us.

Visit STS Component Solutions at Booth 518, STS Air-Pro at Booth 1004 or STS Aviation Services at Booth 1104.

Bring a current requirement. Bring a problem you’re trying to solve. Bring something you’re planning six months from now.

We’ll bring the right people to the conversation.

Book a Meeting

P.J. Anson Named to Florida 500 for Eighth Consecutive Year

Bryan Shaw

10 July 2026

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News

There’s a difference between success and significance. Success fades when the spotlight moves on. Significance sticks because it’s built on people, values, and the kind of leadership that lasts.

This month, Florida Trend once again named Philip (P.J.) Anson Jr., CEO of STS Aviation Group, to its Florida 500 list of the state’s most influential business leaders. It’s the eighth year in a row he’s earned that recognition, and while the headline might be about him, the story runs much deeper.

P.J. has never been the kind of leader who chases awards. He chases outcomes. He believes in doing things the right way, surrounding himself with people who care as much as he does, and never asking someone to do a job he wouldn’t do himself. That mindset has shaped the culture of STS Aviation Group since the beginning.

From its roots in Florida to operations that now span the globe, STS has grown because of that steady hand and shared belief in something simple… take care of your people, and they’ll take care of everything else.

So yes, this recognition is for P.J., but it’s also for every technician, engineer, recruiter, and team member who shows up each day determined to move aviation forward. Because what P.J. built isn’t just a company. It’s a community built on trust, resilience, and heart.

Eight years on a list is impressive. But building something that lasts? That’s legacy.

Read more about P.J.’s recognition in Florida Trend: https://floridatrend500.com/professional-services/philip-anson/

STS Aviation Group Earns Authorization as Repair Station for MarathonNorco Aerospace Hold Open Rods

Bryan Shaw

21 April 2026

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Categories: Press Release Archive, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News

STANSTED, United Kingdom (April 21, 2026) — STS Aviation Group (STS) has been named an authorized repair station for MarathonNorco Aerospace, supporting repair of hold open rods used on fan cowls and thrust reversers across commercial aircraft platforms.

The capability will be housed within STS Aviation Group’s engine facility in the United Kingdom, where teams will support operators across the region. The authorization adds targeted repair capability and strengthens STS’s overall service offering.

This authorization also expands STS Aviation Group’s existing agreement with MarathonNorco Aerospace, where STS serves as the exclusive distributor across North America, South America, and EMEA.

Hold open rods play a critical role in maintaining safe access to engine components during maintenance operations. By bringing this repair capability in-house, STS provides operators with a reliable option for inspection, repair, and return-to-service, helping reduce turnaround times and keep aircraft moving.

“This is the kind of capability expansion that directly supports our customers,” said Tim Russo, President of STS Aviation Group’s material services division. “We are focused on building practical solutions that improve access, reduce delays, and strengthen the support network operators rely on every day. Adding this authorization allows us to do exactly that.”

“Selecting STS Engine Services as an OEM Authorized Repair Station extends MarathonNorco’s OEM-approved aftermarket capability and expands our reach across European and global MRO markets,” said Kyle Kimel, Business Unit Manager of MarathonNorco Aerospace. “STS brings proven technical expertise and the operational rigor across their portfolio of STS Aviation Services divisions needed to deliver OEM-aligned support to operators around the world.”

As demand for responsive, regionally supported repair services continues to grow, STS Aviation Group is expanding its repair capabilities in ways that directly support operators and reduce downtime across the global fleet.

About STS Aviation Group

STS Aviation Group is a global leader in aviation services, providing nose-to-tail solutions that keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently. Headquartered in Jensen Beach, Florida, STS offers a full suite of services including aircraft maintenance, engineering, workforce management, and material support through its family of companies.

Media Contact

Bryan Shaw

Chief Marketing Officer
1 800-800-2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]

What Comes After Service Is Not a Question. It Is a Decision.

Bryan Shaw

8 April 2026

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Events

There is a point in every military career where the structure that has always been there starts to fade. Not all at once. Not dramatically. Just enough to notice. The mission is still there, the expectations are still high, but the timeline begins to shift, and with it comes a question most people are not trained to answer. What comes next?

For a lot of service members, that question carries more weight than it should. Not because the options are not there, but because the translation is not always clear. Years of operating in high-stakes environments, solving problems under pressure, leading teams when the outcome matters, and yet somehow the civilian world reduces that experience to a line on a resume and calls it a transition.

It is not a transition. It is a repositioning.

At STS Aviation Group, we work with professionals who already understand what accountability looks like when there is no room for error. Aircraft do not wait. Teams do not guess. The job gets done right, or it does not get done at all. That mindset does not need to be rebuilt. It needs to be redirected.

From May 18 to May 21, our team will be at SOF Week in Tampa, meeting with service members who are starting to think about what comes after the uniform. Not to hand out generic career advice or push a program for the sake of it, but to have real conversations about where your experience fits in an industry that still runs on precision, discipline, and trust.

We are also developing our Department of Defense SkillBridge program to create a direct path into aviation and defense roles where your background is not just relevant, it is expected. The goal is simple. Remove the guesswork. Create a clear line between what you have done and where you can go next.

If you are attending SOF Week, find us. If you are not there yet, start thinking about it now. Because the next phase of your career does not begin when you leave the military. It begins when you decide you are not going to leave it to chance.

Planning to Attend SOF Week?

If you are a transitioning service member interested in learning more about STS Aviation Group’s upcoming SkillBridge program or aviation career opportunities, complete the form below and a member of our team will follow up.

Your Next Move

STS Aviation Group to Exhibit at MRO Americas 2026 in Orlando

Bryan Shaw

13 March 2026

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Events

As the aviation industry prepares for MRO Americas 2026 in Orlando, Florida, STS Aviation Group is proud to once again take part in the largest gathering of commercial aviation maintenance professionals in the world. From April 21 to 23, 2026, the Orange County Convention Center will host airlines, MRO providers, OEMs, suppliers, and aviation leaders from across the globe to explore the technologies, partnerships, and strategies shaping the future of aircraft maintenance.

Visit STS Aviation Group at Booth #3510

We invite you to stop by Booth #3510 to connect with the STS Aviation Group team and learn more about the global solutions we deliver across the aviation lifecycle. From aircraft engineering and base maintenance to material services, workforce management, and global AOG support, STS provides integrated capabilities designed to keep fleets operating safely and efficiently.

Our team will be available throughout the show to discuss how STS Aviation Group supports operators worldwide with scalable, responsive aircraft maintenance solutions tailored to today’s operational realities.

Connect with the Industry

MRO Americas remains one of the most important events in aviation maintenance. It is where industry leaders gather to exchange ideas, explore new technologies, and strengthen the partnerships that keep the global aviation ecosystem moving forward. For STS Aviation Group, the show offers an opportunity to reconnect with longtime partners while building new relationships across the global MRO community.

Schedule Time with Our Team

If you are attending MRO Americas 2026, we would welcome the opportunity to meet. Reach out in advance to schedule time with the STS Aviation Group team and learn how our global capabilities can support your maintenance operations.

We look forward to seeing you in Orlando this April.

Schedule a Meeting with STS Aviation Group

Fill out the form below to schedule time with our team during MRO Americas 2026.

STS Engine Services Wins Business of the Year at Uttlesford Business Awards 2026

Bryan Shaw

27 February 2026

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Categories: Aviation Culture, STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation Group Awards, STS Aviation News, STS Culture, STS Engine Services

Awards are strange.

Most of the time, they feel like marketing. A logo on a slide. A handshake. A photo you post and move on from.

This one is different.

On February 26, 2026, STS Engine Services was named Business of the Year at the Uttlesford Business Awards, an annual program led by Uttlesford District Council recognizing outstanding businesses operating across the district.

The team did not just win the top award.

They were also finalists in:

Youth and Education
Commitment to Community
Environmental Impact

That matters.

Because Business of the Year speaks to overall performance. Being recognized across those additional categories speaks to how that performance is achieved.

STS Engine Services operates in one of the most demanding sectors in aviation. Aircraft engines require precision, discipline, and consistency. The work is technical. The margin for error is zero. Standards are not optional.

But this recognition was not limited to technical capability.

Finalist status in Youth and Education reflects active investment in developing future talent. Commitment to Community acknowledges engagement beyond the hangar floor. Environmental Impact recognizes efforts to operate responsibly within the aviation industry.

That is not marketing language.

That is culture expressed through action.

Business of the Year is not handed out lightly. It is earned through sustained performance and visible contribution within the local business community.

To the engineers, technicians, apprentices, planners, and leaders at STS Engine Services, this belongs to you.

You did the work.

And the community saw it.

Congratulations!

What Appreciation Looks Like in Melbourne

Bryan Shaw

25 February 2026

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Aviation Services, STS Culture, STS Employee Tales

STS Aviation Group is a global organization.

Executive leadership. Sales professionals. Engineers. Mechanics. Recruiters. Finance teams. Line maintenance technicians. Warehousing. Support staff operating across multiple time zones.

Scale matters.

But culture is not built in boardrooms or on conference calls. It is built on hangar floors, in offices, on ramps and in warehouses. By real people doing serious work.

This week, as Employee Appreciation Day approaches, we are spotlighting the team at STS Aviation Services in Melbourne, Florida.

Not with a banner.

With names.

Employee Spotlight

Sean O’Malley shows up with steady energy that strengthens his team.

Rachel Williamson contributes in ways her teammates describe as invaluable.

Devin Oum stepped up on New Year’s Day, an observed holiday at the Melbourne facility, to support the release and redelivery of a JetBlue aircraft. Time. Expertise. Commitment. No hesitation.

Bryan Little handled six different customer groups and twenty one reps and engineers tied to the ERJ 170 Prototype. Professional with every one of them. Detail intact.

Edgardo Rivera-Estevez filled in as a supervisor, worked extra days and late hours, mentored less experienced avionics technicians, and delivered on tasks and paperwork with consistency.

Mikkiaylia Cannon supported Operations with off shift help that keeps maintenance moving. Flights. Transportation. Lodging. Roster changes. Systems integration. Accuracy.

Dhruv Kashyap is described as a true professional. Positive attitude. Always willing to help.

Cindy Lecount delivers high quality work, controls costs, completes special projects, and communicates with calm professionalism across departments.

Bryand Saucedo makes a measurable difference through positive attitude and teamwork.

Arelis Rodriguez consistently demonstrates the company’s core values. Team first mindset. Strong workmanship. Composite repairs executed on short notice with exceptional quality.

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And then there are the many professionals recognized this past year:

Abner Pagan
Akeem McDonald
Alfonso Guerra
Alfredo Aranda
Alison Carver
Andrew Loew
Angelica Aranda
Anneliese Aurand
Arelis Rodriguez
Ariel Amarante
Armenio Diaz
Brandon Goodwin
Bryan Little
Carlos Ortiz
Charles MacDonald
Christian Bunsoy
Christopher Morris
Cleveland Turner
Corey Kusz
Cristian Cubillos
Daniel Martinez Soto
Dennis Ort
Devin Oum
Diego Sanchez
Edelmar Velazquez Coutin
Efrain Laboy
Eric Fetterly
Eric Smithwick
Eslys Vasquez
Gerald Matias
Gregory Bourey
Jamie Wamsley
Jeaniece Garcia
Jesse Bellopede
Jesus Ochoa Rojas
Jesus Portillo
Jhony Cherenfant
John Roldan
Jon Crotz
Joseph (Pat) White
Joshua Miller
Karen Tedder
Kaitlyn Wright
Katherine Bittler
Kevin Cubillos
Kyle Poliquin
Landon Blankenship
Latreasa Jay
Lena Selvag
Louis Riffe
Marcus Vittitoe
Mariusz Nalepa
Mary Williamson
Martha Ayala Galvis
Matthew Meyer
Melissa Cunningham
Miguel Lezama Malave
Mikkiaylia Cannon
Monald “Monty” Slade
Monica Johnson
Nichole Storkson
Noah Holzinger
Paul Grimm
Raimundo Ramos Cardenas
Richard “Rick” Delaney
Robert Provine
Robin Havelow
Rodolfo Brito Zapata
Thomas Schramm
Tracey Boatwright
Vanessa Armstrong
Victor Badillo-Cuadrado
Victor Vega Berrios
Vincent Black
Vincent Glovna
Virgilio Sangual
Wendal Somero
XuanOanh Richards

Employee Appreciation Day is Friday, March 6th.

In Melbourne, appreciation looks like this.

A list of names.

A record of effort.

A standard carried in the details.

STS Line Maintenance Earns FAA Diamond Award for Eighth Straight Year

Bryan Shaw

4 February 2026

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Categories: STS Aviation Group, STS Aviation News, STS Line Maintenance

Jensen Beach, Florida, February 4, 2026: STS Line Maintenance has been awarded the FAA Diamond Award for Excellence in Safety and Training for the eighth consecutive year. It is a milestone built on consistency, discipline, and a shared belief that safety is not a campaign. It is the work.

The Diamond Award, issued by the Federal Aviation Administration under the U.S. Department of Transportation, recognizes organizations that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to aviation safety through comprehensive, continuous training. For STS Line Maintenance, this recognition reflects years of intentional investment in people, processes, and standards that do not bend under pressure.

Every Aircraft Maintenance Technician across the STS Line Maintenance network completed the FAA’s FAAST training requirements in 2025. That level of participation does not happen by accident. It happens when leadership prioritizes training, when teams hold each other accountable, and when safety is treated as a responsibility shared by everyone, everywhere.

“This award is not about a plaque on the wall,” said Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group. “It represents thousands of decisions made the right way by our teams across the globe. Eight consecutive years tells a story about who we are and how seriously we take the trust placed in us by our customers and partners.”

Gary Pratt, Senior Vice President and General Manager of STS Line Maintenance, echoed that sentiment. “Our teams show up every day prepared, trained, and focused on doing the job right. This award belongs to them. It reflects their professionalism, their pride in the work, and their commitment to keeping aircraft safe and reliable.”

STS Line Maintenance currently operates 50 line maintenance stations across the United States, the Bahamas, the United Kingdom, and France. From scheduled line checks to AOG response and on call maintenance support, the company delivers dependable, real world solutions that keep aircraft moving and operations running smoothly.

For more information about STS Line Maintenance and its safety driven aircraft maintenance services, visit https://www.stsaviationgroup.com.

About STS Line Maintenance:

STS Line Maintenance provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance support through a global network of stations. Services include RON maintenance, turnaround checks, non routine discrepancy resolution, AOG response, FAA and DER engineering support, and ground equipment maintenance. Every station operates with the same focus on safety, speed, and reliability.

Media Contact:

Bryan Shaw
Director of Marketing, STS Aviation Group
1 800 800 2400 ext. 8521
[email protected]