Strategic Merger Creates AOG Service and Support Leader

CLEVELAND, OHIO — January 4, 2016 – Constant Aviation, LLC, a Directional Aviation Capital Company offering full-service maintenance, repair, and overhaul with a nationwide network, announced the merger with Lone Star AOG. The combined companies will operate under Constant Aviation and the full transition will take 30 days.

“The AOG business at Constant Aviation has been growing consistently the last year. Our 2016 goal will continue to focus on providing our customers AOG support anytime, anywhere. The merger between Constant and Lone Star AOG creates a nationwide AOG support system. Our technicians will now dispatch out of eight cities, Cleveland, Birmingham, Orlando, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas and Pittsburgh. We will continue to grow our AOG business, adding teams to cities where a need exists. We understand the importance of immediate response when it comes to any AOG situation, and our Support Center is available 24/7/365 at 844.261.7119. The entire Constant team could not be more excited about this partnership and the opportunities it will bring,” said Stephen Maiden, President/CEO Constant Aviation.

“Lone Star AOG is proud to be merging with Constant Aviation. The two companies are a perfect fit because they have the same core values that have made them successful. Both companies understand the importance of customer service and the value of being available at any moment to support a customer. When customers finds themselves in an AOG situation, they want a reliable solution they can trust. Both Constant and Lone Star have built their AOG businesses off that philosophy,” stated Phillip Lawrence, Partner Lone Star AOG.

“When Lone Star AOG launched in 2008, our main focus was to hire the best technicians that understood the importance of customer service. The current Lone Star team consists of 24 technicians located in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Dallas. In this business, it is important to think outside of the box to provide the best solution to our customers. The fact that Constant Aviation has those same core beliefs made this merger the perfect solution,” stated Nathan Romney, Partner Lone Star AOG.

About Constant Aviation

Constant Aviation, LLC has locations at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Birmingham International Airport and Las Vegas International Airport. All facilities specialize in airframe maintenance, engine repair maintenance, major repairs, avionics, interior refurbishment, parts distribution, accessory and composite services. As one of the fastest growing MRO’s in the country, Constant Aviation understands the importance of aircraft availability, predictability and minimizing operational costs for their customers. Constant Aviation has raised the bar in aircraft maintenance expectations and provides customers with a one-stop shop option when it comes to maintenance events. For more information, please visit www.constantaviation.com or call 216.261.7119 Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

About Directional Aviation Capital

Directional Aviation Capital is a private investment firm whose singular focus is private business aviation. Combining strategic aviation ownership, unmatched experience and revolutionary vision, Directional continues to innovate and reshape private aviation. Directional’s unique industry expertise enables them to quickly understand business aviation companies and provide the financing and operational strategy needed to take advantage of evolving market opportunities. For more information, visit www.directionalaviation.com.

About Lone Star AOG

Lone Star AOG formed in January 2008. All of the employees were involved with corporate maintenance, AOG response, or corporate inspections with other organizations prior to its formation. Lone Star AOG choose to master one trade; the art of fixing a broken jet by morning, no matter where it breaks. We firmly believe that Lone Star’s power is in its people. For more information, visit www.lonestaraog.com.

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