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STS Mod Center Kicks Off Thales Wi-Fi Installation Program in Melbourne

STS Mod Center Kicks Off Thales Wi-Fi Installation Program in Melbourne

MELBOURNE, Fla., October 12, 2020 — STS Mod Center (STS), a division of STS Aviation Group and a leading MRO provider to the global aviation industry, kicks off a major aircraft connectivity project in Melbourne, Florida that will call upon the team to install Thales Wi-Fi systems on more than 100 commercial aircraft over the next 12 months.

“The first aircraft to be a part of this program, an A321, arrived a few days ago and installation work is already underway,” said Mark Smith, President of STS Aviation Group. “In the coming months, the STS Mod Center team in Melbourne will install Thales Wi-Fi systems on more than 100 aircraft; aircraft that includes models from both Boeing and Airbus.”

It takes the STS Mod Center team about three days to complete the nose-to-tail installation of a Thales Wi-Fi system on narrowbody aircraft and about four-to-six days when working on widebody aircraft.

“Between three and six days is our target turnaround time for every aircraft Wi-Fi installation package that we do,” said Chris Smeets, Senior Vice President & General Manager of STS Mod Center. “And in my experience, we’ve almost never missed that target thanks to the incredibly efficient work-flow system and quality audit processes we have in place at our Melbourne facility.”

If you would like to learn more about STS Mod Center and the aircraft MRO solutions it provides to the global aerospace industry, please visit: www.stsaviationgroup.com

About STS Aviation Group:

Founded in 1986, STS Aviation Group is a one-stop service provider to the global aviation industry. With headquarters in Jensen Beach, Florida and offices around the world, STS delivers nose-to-tail solutions with unmatched results and expertise. To learn more about STS Aviation Group and what makes it the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” please visit  www.stsaviationgroup.com or call 1-800-800-2400.

For More information, contact:

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

STS Aviation Group Set to Exhibit at the fifth China Aviation & MRO Aftermarket Conference!

From November 13 – 14th, STS Aviation Group will be heading to Shenzhen, China for the 5th China Aviation & MRO Aftermarket Conference. STS is excited to once again exhibit and share with attendees the news of the company’s latest acquisitions, OEM distribution product lines, new office locations and much more. Key members from STS Component Solutions will be on site, inside the Courtyard by Marriott Shenzhen Northwest, and available to discuss all your company’s aircraft component, maintenance, engineering and modification support requirements. If you plan to attend the event, come visit STS at Booth E04 and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

The 5th China Aviation & MRO Aftermarket Conference focuses on China aviation & MRO aftermarket maintenance cost management. According to the event web page, the rapid development of civil aviation industry, aircraft maintenance demand of airlines also shows a substantial and continuous rise, which creates a great opportunity for Chinese aviation maintenance industry. Data shows that the aircraft will usher in the overhaul cycle in 6-10 years, so the market capacity has achieved rapid growth in recent years. As the only domestic platform focusing on aviation maintenance cost management, the summit will focus on “improving fleet operation efficiency and optimizing life cycle costs”. The event will bring together delegates from domestic and foreign airlines, OEMs, MROs, leasing companies and technology suppliers, to discuss the current industry trends in depth, share best practices, new technologies and products.

During the conference, you can hear speakers from Air France KLM, Airbus, Lufthansa Technik, Spirit Airlines and many more. You can view the complete agenda here.

STS Aviation Group team members Tom Covella (Group President, STS Component Solutions), Jerome Kan (VP of Business Development- Asia Pacific, STS Component Solutions), and Theresa Liang (Account Manager, STS Component Solutions) will be available to meet with during the conference and discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, maintenance, engineering and modification support requirements.

This dynamic and growing conference is sure to provide many valuable opportunities to connect and network with key industry professionals within the Asia-Pacific region and around the world. Be sure to fly by Booth E04, meet the STS team and learn more about the company’s many value added services and support capabilities.  We look forward to seeing you all in Shenzhen!

STS Aviation Group Takes Off for the Dubai Airshow

From November 17th – 21st, STS Aviation Group will be exhibiting at Booth #1457 inside of the Dubai World Trade Centre.  You can find the company showcasing its full suite of OEM product lines and inventory solutions, aircraft seat services, hose manufacture & distribution capabilities and aircraft maintenance, engineering & modification services. If you plan to attend the 2019 Dubai Airshow, come meet the STS team, and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!

The Dubai Airshow began back in 1986 as Arab Air. Since then the show has grown and evolved to become one of the largest and most significant aerospace events in the world. The Dubai Airshow has helped lead this change by creating an excellent exhibition displaying the latest and greatest in military, general and commercial aviation. The 2017 event was named the largest show ever with 1,200 exhibitors from 63 countries, over 79,380 trade visitors, 159 Aircraft on display, 1,603 international and regional media and an order book of $113.8 billion, according to the event’s webpage.

STS is excited to once again exhibit at this prestigious conference within the Gulf region of the Middle East and put our many unique products and service offerings on display. STS has since grown exponentially and now consists of 12 different divisions, which are able to deliver nose-to-tail solutions with unmatched results and expertise, to the aviation industry.

Representatives of STS Aviation Group, David Ikeda (VP of Sales – EMEA, STS Component Solutions), Ethan Steele (VP of Business Development, STS Engineering Solutions) and Bon Marcelo (Regional Sales Director – EMEA, STS Component Solutions) will be available to meet with during the conference to discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, maintenance, engineering, modification, and workforce solutions support requirements.

The 2019 Dubai Airshow is expected to be even bigger than before with 1,300 exhibitors, media representation from every corner of the globe, 165 aircraft on display and feature areas such as Cargo Connect, GATM and Space.

Remember to fly by Booth #1457 and meet the STS team. We look forward to seeing you in Dubai!

STS Aviation Group Takes Off for MRO Europe

From October 15 – 17, STS Aviation Group will be in London exhibiting at Booth #1925 during MRO Europe.

Key members from each of STS Aviation Group’s divisions will be available to discuss all of your company’s global MRO requirements.

MRO Europe is the premier event of the EMEA region for commercial aviation’s maintenance, repair and overhaul industry. Attendees from all over the globe will put their latest products and services on display, and guests can expect to learn more about key agenda topics like “MRO Europe Market Forecast & Key Trends, The Impact of Retirements, Changing Regional Capacity, The Aftermarket of Tomorrow: How to be a Winner” and so much more. Featured events include the Go Live Theater, EASA Services Pavilion and Hangar Equipment Pavilion.

MRO Europe continues to provide a world-class venue for all levels in the MRO sector to exchange ideas and best practices, share experiences, debate issues and challenges and gather valuable knowledge.

In recent news, and sure to be widely discussed at this year’s show, STS Aviation Group just announced that it has acquired Apple Aviation based out of Cheshire, England. As STS continues to expand it will  immediately begin to offer global MRO services to customers at its new state-of-the-art facility in Newquay. The Newquay facility alone houses more than 150,000 square feet of space; 40,000 of which is dedicated as a parts processing facility.

STS Aviation Group will utilize its expertise across all divisions in an effort to safely, seamlessly and efficiently resolve the aircraft AOG and extended maintenance issues of its global customers. The company can support all AOG situations while operating under FAA/EASA Part 145 approval. Now with direct access within EMEA to multiple FAA/EASA approved workshop facilities, major modification projects, repairs and overhauls can be performed both in the United States and abroad while any required components can be locally sourced and fitted in the fastest time possible. STS also offers a full range of base maintenance services including maintenance checks, structural repairs and modifications, engine workshop, borescope inspections, cabin modifications and re-configurations, end-of-lease programs, entry into service programs and more.

MRO Europe is a must attend for airlines, OEMs, aftermarket supplier organizations, leasing companies, aviation authorities, regulators and MRO service providers. Why? Because this event offers unparalleled networking opportunities and proves to be the place to develop new partnerships and build upon existing business relationships.

With the recent acquisition of Apple Aviation, and with major news resting on the horizon, STS Aviation Group continues to show that it is the one global company committed to delivering nose-to-tail solutions with unmatched results and expertise to customers all over the world.

Be sure to fly by Booth #1925 to learn more and meet the newest members of the STS Aviation Group family. We really look forward to seeing you all in London!

STS Aviation Group Set to Exhibit at 2019 AIX Americas!

From September 10th – 12th, STS Aviation Group will be heading to sunny Los Angeles, California for the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX Americas). This will be STS’ second time exhibiting at this event since breaking into the interiors market with the addition of the Safran OEM product line and aircraft seat refurbishment and modification division, STS UJet. Key members from STS Component Solutions and STS AeroMod will be on site, inside the Los Angeles Convention Center, and available to discuss all your company’s aircraft component, interiors, seating, engineering and modification support requirements. If you plan on attending the event, come visit the team at booth #2322 and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

The Aircraft Interiors Expo, co-located with APEX EXPO and IFSA Expo, is the season’s premier event bringing together airlines and supply chain organizations to network, display, experience and source the interior industry’s latest innovations. Event organizers state AIX Americas is the only global fall event dedicated solely to the passenger experience and cabin interiors industry. In 2018, the event gathered more than 3,500 industry professionals, including representatives from nearly 100 airlines and some 300 content providers, OEMs, systems manufacturers and suppliers from around the globe.

This year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo Los Angeles is not only about exhibition stands. The emphasis is firmly placed on interactivity, bringing products and innovations to life with the free CabinSpace LIVE sessions, networking events and parties, areas for attendees to relax and so much more! AIX definitely gives you the tools to meet the right people and join fun networking events to build connections within the industry.

STS Aviation Group team members Robert Heinson (OEM Product Line Manager, STS Component Solutions) and Daniel Burgess (Vice President, STS AeroMod) will be available to meet with during the conference and discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, interiors and engineering service and support requirements.

This dynamic conference is sure to provide many excellent opportunities to connect and network with key interiors industry professionals from around the world. Be sure to fly by booth #2322 to meet the STS team and learn more about the company’s many value added services and support capabilities.  We look forward to seeing you all in L.A.!

STS Aviation Group Takes Off for the 2019 RAA!

From September 4th-7th, STS Aviation Group will be heading to MUSIC CITY for the 44th Annual Regional Airline Association Convention (RAA). Key members from STS Component Solutions and STS Line Maintenance will be on site, inside the Music City Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee, and available to discuss all your company’s aircraft component, interiors and line maintenance service and support requirements. If you plan on attending the event, come visit the team at Booth #627 and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

The Regional Airline Association (RAA) serves as a unified voice of advocacy and support for North American regional airlines aimed at promoting a safe, reliable, and healthy regional airline industry, as stated on the organization’s website.  The RAA serves as an important network connecting regional airlines, industry business partners, and policymakers in strengthening the industry as well as promoting regional airline interests in a changing business and policy environment.

This year the annual conference is switching things up with a new optimized Wednesday-Saturday schedule. The event will feature a strong lineup of speakers discussing the most important issues in regional aviation, along with many opportunities to network with 1,500 industry decision-makers.  You can expect a casual fireside chat with RAA President and CEO, providing latest industry updates. You can also plan to socialize and enjoy a music-filled evening event at country music legend Luke Bryan’s restaurant, 32 Bridge, on Broadway, support the RAA Scholarship Fund during our Golf Tournament at the award-winning Hermitage Presidents Reserve, and bid on the various silent auction items available in the Exhibit Hall. This is the one event where you can gain a full appreciation for the depth and reach of the regional airline industry and the work RAA does to improve the future. You can view the complete event schedule here.

STS Aviation Group team members Kerry Obiala (Director of OEM Distribution, STS Component Solutions) , Ryan McComas (Sr. Account Manager of Global Regional Airline Sales, STS Component Solutions) Chad Truskowski (Director, Business Development, STS Line Maintenance and Shane King (Vice President, Aviation Services) will be available to meet with during the conference and discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, interiors and line maintenance service and support requirements.

Whether it’s participating in the many educational general sessions or networking with peers and potential customers, there is no shortage of great opportunities to connect at the RAA. Remember to fly by Booth #627 and meet the STS team.  We can’t wait to see you all in Nashville!

STS Aviation Group Takes Off for the 2019 ACPC!

 

From August 10 – 13th, STS Aviation Group will be heading to Washington D.C. for the 63rd Air Carriers Purchasing Conference (ACPC) .Key members from STS Component Solutions, STS Air-Pro and STS UJet will be on site, inside Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, and available to discuss all your company’s aircraft component, hose distribution & manufacture, and aircraft interiors support requirements. If you plan on attending the event, come visit the team during the Aviation Networking Forum and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

Beginning in 1956, The ACPC has gained momentum from originally covering issues facing the regional airlines and short haul markets, to now involving all airlines of the world, both foreign and domestic. This conference attracts more than 700 suppliers annually. Airline attendees and suppliers alike can meet in one place and discuss key issues, develop relationships and network in the many social settings this conference provides.

This year’s conference theme is “Personal Connections & Global Impact” according to the event website, and the ACPC definitely does an amazing job at creating opportunities to do just that! You can expect the ACPC Golf Tournament at the Laurel Hills Golf Club, many informative professional development sessions, coffee breaks, networking and meet and greets, the Airline Round Table meetings, Aviation Networking Forum, and much more.

Key members of STS Aviation Group, Tom Covella (President, STS Component Solutions), Luis Garcia (VP, STS Air-Pro), Mark Robertson (President, STS UJet) and many more STS representatives will be available to meet with during the conference to discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, hose distribution & manufacture, and aircraft interiors service and support requirements. During the Aviation Networking Forum you can also find STS at the following tables:

STS Component Solutions – Table #215

STS Air-Pro – Table #110

STS UJet – Table #397

The ACPC presents unlimited amounts of networking opportunities for airlines and suppliers to build new relationships, expand on existing ones and collaborate to improve processes and technologies throughout the industry. This event is definitely the “most productive aviation conference worldwide!”

Be sure to fly by the Aviation Networking Forum inside Exhibit Hall A & B North of the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel during the conference and meet the STS team.  We really look forward to seeing you all in D.C.!

STS Aviation Group Takes Off for the Paris Air Show!

From June 17 – 23rd, STS Aviation Group will be heading to Le Bourget where the company is set to exhibit for the first time ever at the 53rd International Paris Air Show! Key members from STS Component Solutions and STS Air-Pro will be on site, and available to discuss all your company’s aircraft component, hose distribution & manufacture, and aircraft interiors support requirements. If you plan on attending the event, come visit the team at Stand C53 and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

Taking place every other year, this event is the largest and longest-running aerospace trade show in the world. Since its launch in 1909, the Paris Air Show has been at the very heart of developments in the global aerospace market, becoming the most important meeting place over the years. 2017 figures resulted in 142,000 trade visitors, 2,381 global exhibitors, 290 official delegations from 98 different countries and 140 aircraft exhibited including 45 performing flying displays. You can expect a larger event this year with more to see and experience!

Other events being held within the International Paris Air Show include the Careers Plane, Paris Air Lab, Air & Space Museum and much more! You can view the event’s complete information page by clicking here.

Members of STS Aviation Group, Tom Covella (Group President, STS Component Solutions),  Tim Russo (Director, Customer Solutions & OEM Distribution ), David Ikeda (VP of EMEA, STS Component Solutions), Luis Garcia (VP, STS Air-Pro) and Steve Parchment (Product Line Director, STS Air-Pro) will all be available to meet with during the conference to discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, hose distribution & manufacture, and aircraft interiors service and support requirements.

The Paris Air Show is a special time, providing great occasions to meet up with key players in the aerospace industry, seize fresh commercial opportunities, present their expertise and innovations to the world, and form technological and industrial partnerships. It truly is the event where aerospace leaders get down to business!

Be sure to fly by Stand C53 inside Hall 6 during the exhibition and meet the STS team.  We really look forward to seeing you all in Paris!

STS Aviation Group Gears Up for AP&M Europe in Frankfurt!

From June 5 – 6, STS Aviation Group will be heading to Frankfurt, Germany where the company is set to exhibit at the 2019 AP&M Europe presented by Aviation Week. Key members from STS Component Solutions, STS Air-Pro and STS U Jet will be on the ground inside the Messe Frankfurt Exhibition Centre. The team will be available to discuss all of your company’s aircraft component, OEM distribution, hose & interiors support requirements. If you plan on attending the event, come visit the team at Booth G106 and learn all about what makes STS the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

Since 2003, AP&M Europe has been commercial aviation’s leading aftermarket exhibition. This is the venue where the entire airline supply chain gathers under one roof, with over 200 industry suppliers display their products and services to over 4,000 aviation professionals in attendance. This event is unique in that it is free for all trade professionals to attend. You get unlimited access to suppliers offering the latest and greatest aftermarket products, services and technologies for two complete days.

During this conference you can expect grand displays from all of the exhibitors and unbeatable networking opportunities such as the VIP Welcome Reception! Meet the Buyers is the AP&M’s signature networking event which provides a platform for exhibitors to meet with buyers from airlines, MROs, OEMs and leasing companies, face to face, in pre-arranged 10 minute meeting slots. Event reports show that 80% of buyers did business as a direct result of their meetings!

Members of STS Aviation Group, David Ikeda (Vice President- EMEA, STS Component Solutions), Craig Duncan (Regional Sales Director- EMEA, STS Component Solutions) Kerry Obiala (Director, OEM Product Lines, STS Component Solutions), Robert Heinson (OEM Product Line Manager, STS Component Solutions) Tyrone Barnsley (Sr. Sales Manager, STS Component Solutions), Derick Butler(Sales Manager – Commercial Engines, STS Component Solutions), Taylor Salisbury (Marketing & Events Manager, STS Component Solutions), Chris James (Director of Sales, STS Air-Pro), Brian Wilson (Sr. Account Manager – EMEA, STS Air-Pro), Mark Robertson (President, STS UJet) and Timo Gumbert (Director of Business Development, STS UJet) will all be available to meet with during the conference to discuss any of your company’s aircraft component, OEM distribution, hose & interiors service and support requirements.

This event is sure to provide many excellent opportunities for airlines, MROs, OEM providers and vendors to connect and create new partnerships, and enhance current business relations within the EMEA region and across the globe.

Be sure to fly by Booth G106 during the expo to meet the STS team. We can’t wait to see you all in Frankfurt!

STS Aviation Group Takes Off for the 2019 Dublin Aviation Summit!

From May 13-15, STS Aviation Group will be heading to Dublin, Ireland, where the company is set to exhibit at the 2019 Dublin Aviation Summit. Key members from STS Component Solutions, STS Engineering Solutions and STS UJet will be on the ground, inside the RDS Conference Village, and available to discuss all of your company’s aircraft inventory, engineering services and interiors support requirements. If you plan on attending the event, come meet us at Booth D131 and learn all about what makes us the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying!”

Now in its third year, the Dublin Aviation Summit has grown to become a key event for the aviation industry bringing together the leading names in MRO, IT/Technology, Interiors, Engines and much more to meet and network within the thriving Dublin leasing community. This city offers the target audience of lessors and airlines on your doorstep, ensuring the ability to meet many key contacts during the Summit or at the event’s many networking events.

During the conference you can walk the exhibit halls where many companies will be showcasing their latest products and services, attend the Lifecycle and Asset Management Conferences, network within the Meet the Buyer area, celebrate with your peers at the Aviation 100 Awards Dinner and so much more! A few other exciting networking events include a Golf Day at the K Club Golf Resort, home of the 2006 Ryder Cup, and a Drinks Reception at the Guinness Storehouse.

Members of STS Aviation Group, Mark Robertson (President of STS UJet), Aidan O’Leary (Managing Director, STS UJet), Ethan Steele (Vice President of STS Engineering Solutions)and Tim Russo (Director of Customer Solutions & OEM Distribution, STS Component Solutions), will all be available to meet with during the conference to discuss any of your company’s aircraft inventory, engineering and interiors service and support requirements.

Not only is Dublin the heart of the aviation leasing industry but it also offers a warm Irish welcome which exhibitors and delegates love. If you plan to attend this event, be sure to fly by Booth D131 during the exhibition and meet the STS team.  We really look forward to seeing you all in Dublin!