Pro Aero Aviation Announces it has Completed the Purchase of Calgary Based Stauffer Aero

Nov. 12, 2014
This acquisition of Stauffer Aero increases Progressive Air Group’s ability to expand its product and service offerings and its geographic base

Kamloops, B.C., November 12, 2014 – Rob Wharf, Owner/President and Todd Collins, Owner/CEO/CFO of the Progressive Air Group of Companies and Tim and Carol Morrison of Stauffer Aero announced today that Pro Aero Aviation has completed the asset purchase of Stauffer Aero—a division of Heritage Aero Ltd. (Calgary).

“We’ve always respected Tim and Carol’s commitment to the certified piston engine market and their high standards of quality and service. Stauffer Aero is well aligned with the Progressive Air’s focus on quality and customer service.”  Collins said. “Stauffer Aero has been a respected customer of Progressive Air Services for decades, and we look forward to having it as a part of the Progressive Air Group of Companies.”

Progressive Air Group of Companies will continue to support Stauffer’s clients from its Kamloops base, with regularly scheduled service visits to the region. Stauffer’s telephone number will remain active, and calls will be handled by Progressive Air’s friendly sales staff. Collins also said that Stauffer Aero’s website will be updated to match Pro Aero’s corporate branding.

“We truly value Tim and Carol’s experience and knowledge and are looking forward to Tim and Carol working with us in advisory roles throughout the transition stage,” Wharf said “With the acquisition of Stauffer Aero’s assets, Stauffer’s customers can enjoy a wider set of services offered by the Progressive Air Group of Companies including: an extensive range of aviation parts, on-wing work, and NDT (non-destructive testing) services, as well as experimental (kit) built aircraft expertise through our Aero Sport Power division” he said.

“The combination of the talents we already have in the companies will also enable Progressive Air Group of Companies to more quickly expand into other sectors including airframe MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) for both aircraft and helicopters,” Collins said.

About Stauffer Aero

Stauffer Aero—a division of Heritage Aero Ltd. (Calgary) founded in 1969.  The company has a strong Western Canada following as a provider of quality certified aviation engines and accessories. www.staufferaero.ca

About ProAero Aviation

ProAero Aviation (formerly ProAero Engines) opened in 1989 and currently offers a wide range of aircraft and engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services, including NDT capabilities. The company also has one of the largest pools of new and overhauled engine components in the region. www.proaeroav.com