Astronics Corporation Acquires Envoy Aerospace, An FAA Organization Designation Authorization Services Provider; The Transaction Is Valued At ~$8M

Author: Benzinga Newsdesk | July 08, 2025 04:06pm

This strategic acquisition enhances Astronics' capabilities in aircraft connectivity, in-seat power, and cabin modifications. FAA Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA) streamlines the process of obtaining FAA Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) and Parts Manufacturer Approvals (PMAs) for Astronics' products and systems. This added capability positions Astronics to benefit from pent-up demand for aircraft modifications for connectivity, cabin reconfigurations, and lease returns, in a time when ODA services availability is limited. The transaction is valued at approximately $8 million and includes the addition of nine Envoy Aerospace employees to the Astronics team.

Envoy Aerospace, a long-standing and highly experienced ODA, has built a strong reputation based on trust and exceptional service in aircraft and rotorcraft type certification solutions. Envoy Aerospace specializes in helping clients obtain U.S. FAA STCs for major design changes, providing design approvals for new product PMAs, and assisting clients in foreign type approval of their modification programs. Ongoing and future Envoy programs will remain a focus as Astronics integrates the team and capabilities into its broader operations.

"Envoy Aerospace's extensive experience and trusted reputation as an ODA make them a perfect fit for Astronics, supporting our strategic thrust for Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity," said Mike Kuehn, President of Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certifications (CSC). "This will enable dedicated access to ODA services for our collective Astronics and Envoy customers to obtain FAA STCs and PMAs for our products."

"We're honored to welcome Envoy's talented team into the Astronics family and to build on their proven success. We value the relationships with current Envoy Aerospace customers and look forward to further strengthening these partnerships under the Astronics umbrella."

Adrian Honer, Partner at Envoy Aerospace, added, "Envoy has worked with Astronics for more than two decades, making this partnership a natural next step. Joining the Astronics team aligns with our mission to advance aviation safety and innovation. We remain committed to delivering exceptional service in aircraft and rotorcraft type certification as we look to expand our capabilities and reach new milestones together. Together, we're excited to grow and further strengthen a highly skilled ODA services team."

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit the Astronics website.

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