Portland, OR (May 27, 2016) — Dewey Conroy, Vice President and COO, Pacific Coast Avionics, announced that the company will celebrate its 25th anniversary on June 01, 2016.
“First of all I can’t believe it has been 25 years since we filled our first order,” Conroy said. “Growing from that one small office to today having 17 avionics sales, support and installation technicians working in two dedicated shop/hangar facilities here in Aurora, Oregon, is more than I ever imagined. Saying I’m proud is an understatement.”
“When Dewey and I started our direct mail avionics and pilot supply business in 1991 as a literal one-man-shop, in Auburn, Washington, we had no idea how Pacific Coast Avionics would grow,” stated company President/CEO and co-founder, Rick Garcia. “I am extremely proud of everyone who has played a role in the company’s success and am looking forward to continuing its success for another quarter-century.”
Pacific Coast Avionics Historical Highlights:
• 1991: Opened in Auburn, Washington, selling mail-order avionics and pilot supplies
• 1993: Moved to a hangar on Auburn Airport
• 1994: First avionics installation was an Apollo Loran in a Mooney
• 1995: Received first Garmin Platinum Elite Dealer Award
• 1996: Delivered first complete panel for a kit aircraft
• 1997: Relocated to an 8,500 sq. ft., purpose-built retail, avionics shop, installation hangar at Aurora State Airport in Aurora, Oregon
• 2001: Opened a second 8,500 sq. ft. hangar facility at current location
• 2002: Opened online store
• 2005: Completed first warbird panel in an A-26 Invader
• 2014: Completed first ADS-B installation in a Piper Meridian
• 2016: Celebrated 25th Anniversary
“Looking back at our history, I think that’s really helped Pacific Coast Avionics grow to becoming one of the top avionics sales, installation and repair facilities in the west is the simple fact that everyone here loves general aviation,” Conroy said. “Whether as a pilot, aircraft owner or just fan of airplanes, we understand the investment our customers are making in their aircraft and we are single-mindedly committed to ensuring they receive the best value for their money.”
“It hasn’t always been a smooth flight, but it’s been a lot of fun,” he said. “We love this industry and are all looking forward to what we can continue to do to help it grow.”
About Pacific Coast Avionics
Founded in 1991, and located at Aurora State Airport, just south of Portland Oregon, Pacific Coast Avionics is a major supplier of avionics, instruments, and pilot supplies to customers worldwide, and represents all major manufacturers by providing sales, service and installation support. Its 14,000 square foot facility can accommodate a wide range of aircraft up to and including business jets. Pacific Coast Avionics is an FAA approved Repair Station, No. OPXR455L, Class 1, 2/Limited Instrument. For a copy of the PCA catalog or for more information, visit: www.PCA.aero.
