Aerospace & Defense Acquisitions in New York

CesiumAstro Inc. has acquired Vidrovr, an AI company specializing in real-time multimodal signal analysis, to integrate machine‑learning analytics directly into its communications payloads, satellites, and RF systems. The deal accelerates CesiumAstro’s capability expansion to enable on‑orbit inference, autonomous payload operations, and a distributed space‑to‑earth compute fabric for defense and commercial customers.

Talon Air was acquired in a private, management-led transaction that closed January 2, 2026, with CEO James Chitty and COO Nicholas Piazza partnering with an aviation-focused investment group to return the company to independent ownership. The deal ends Talon’s affiliation with Vista (which became a shareholder after Vista Global’s 2021 Apollo Jets transaction) and positions the company to expand its aircraft management and private charter operations from its base at Republic Airport in Farmingdale, New York.

Amphenol Corporation has acquired Narda-MITEQ (Narda AcquisitionCo., Inc.) from investment affiliates of J.F. Lehman & Company. The deal expands Amphenol’s RF and microwave components and subsystems capabilities for defense and commercial end markets; terms were not disclosed.

TransDigm Group Incorporated agreed to acquire Servotronics, Inc. via a cash tender offer and completed the acquisition on July 1, 2025. The tender offer was completed at $47.00 per share, resulting in Servotronics becoming an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of TransDigm; Servotronics is a New York–based designer and manufacturer of servo controls and related aerospace components (≈275 employees, ~$45M revenue FY2024).

Wafra Inc. completed the acquisition of a controlling interest in Aquila Air Capital, a specialty aviation asset finance and engine leasing platform, from Warburg Pincus. The deal — supported by a credit facility from ATLAS SP Partners — positions Aquila to accelerate expansion, introduce new offerings, and broaden its global customer base under Wafra's ownership.

Brevan Electronics has acquired Falcon Electronics, a Commack, New York-based distributor of high-reliability electronic components serving the aerospace and defense industries. The acquisition brings together Brevan's global inventory access and value-added capabilities with Falcon's certified quality systems and long-standing A&D customer relationships to expand product offerings and service capabilities.

Aero Accessories & Repair, LLC, a portfolio company of ATL Partners, has acquired Buffalo, New York-based Aero Instruments & Avionics. The add-on strengthens Aero Accessories' MRO capabilities across avionics, electro-mechanical and other complex aircraft components and expands its presence in the commercial, cargo and defense aftermarket; terms were not disclosed.

NewSpring Holdings has acquired C Speed, a 30-year provider of advanced radar systems and engineering solutions, creating the next platform under NewSpring Holdings' Federal Platform. Lafayette Square provided debt financing to support the transaction; NewSpring will appoint experienced federal services leaders to C Speed's board to accelerate growth in defense and government surveillance markets.

Fors Holdings Inc. (through Mod‑A‑Can Acquisition Corp.), led by Andrew Fors, acquired Mod‑A‑Can, Inc., a family‑owned aerospace and defense manufacturer with facilities in Hicksville, New York and Phoenix, Arizona. Protegrity Advisors served as exclusive advisor to Mod‑A‑Can; the acquisition is a strategic add‑on to Fors’ existing manufacturing interests (including Sylhan, LLC) to expand capabilities and footprint in aerospace and related markets.

Booz Allen Hamilton has acquired PAR Government Systems Corporation (PGSC), a wholly owned subsidiary of PAR Technology Corporation. The acquisition brings PGSC’s edge technologies and cleared technical workforce into Booz Allen’s defense portfolio to enhance situational awareness, ISR, and counter-uncrewed aerial systems capabilities for Department of Defense and other government customers.

Stellant Systems, a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners, agreed to acquire Comtech Telecommunications' Power Systems Technology (PST) product line for a total cash purchase price of $40 million (including up to $5 million contingent consideration). The deal strengthens Stellant's RF amplification portfolio — adding Gallium Nitride solid-state power capabilities and complementary customers and workforce — while Comtech will use the proceeds to reduce debt and de-lever its balance sheet.

Elit'Avia has acquired Pioneer Business Services, a Newburgh, New York-based private aircraft management and charter operator, to establish a U.S. base and expand its Americas presence. The deal will keep operations at Stewart International Airport and increase Elit'Avia's aircraft under management as it splits its operations into Elit'Avia Americas and Elit'Avia International.

FDH Aero, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity, has acquired BJG Electronics Group from Rockwood Equity Partners. The deal adds BJG’s interconnect and electromechanical product distribution and value‑added manufacturing capabilities to FDH’s electronics offering, creating FDH Aero Electronic Products Group to expand supply‑chain solutions for aerospace, defense and space customers.

TransDigm Group Incorporated has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Calspan Corporation, a Buffalo-based provider of aerospace and defense testing and technology development services. Calspan operates seven primary facilities, employs approximately 625 people, and is expected to generate about $200 million in revenue for calendar year 2023; TransDigm expects to finance the acquisition with cash on hand and close in fiscal 2023 subject to regulatory approvals.

Modern Aviation has closed the acquisition of the fixed-base operator (FBO) assets and operations at Francis S. Gabreski Airport (FOK) in Westhampton Beach, NY and Republic Airport (FRG) in Farmingdale, NY from Sheltair Aviation. The deal expands Modern Aviation's Northeast footprint to 12 FBO locations and the company is backed by Tiger Infrastructure Partners.

Behrman Capital has acquired George Industries, a designer and manufacturer of mission-critical thermal management products and precision components for the defense, aerospace and industrial sectors. Orangewood Partners, which had owned George since 2016, exited the investment; members of George's senior management are participating alongside Behrman in the transaction. Financial terms were not disclosed.

GracoRoberts has acquired New York-based Styles Aviation, Inc. (dba SkyGeek.com) to expand its global ecommerce capabilities and deepen its offerings in the aerospace MRO segment. The deal, supported by GracoRoberts' private equity sponsor CM Equity Partners, brings SkyGeek's extensive online portfolio and Northeastern U.S. distribution hub into the combined company.

TTM Technologies completed the acquisition of Telephonics Corporation from Griffon Corporation for $330 million in cash (subject to post-closing adjustments). The deal transfers Griffon’s long‑time avionics and RF business to TTM to expand its aerospace and defense capabilities; Lazard advised Griffon and J.P. Morgan advised TTM on the transaction.

HEICO Corporation's Flight Support Group has agreed to acquire a 74% equity interest in Pioneer Industries, a Farmingdale, New York-based specialty distributor of military aviation, marine and ground spares, for cash at closing plus potential contingent consideration. Pioneer founders Robert and David Yormack will retain 26% and remain in their current roles; the transaction is subject to antitrust clearance and is expected to be accretive to HEICO's earnings within a year.

J.F. Lehman & Company completed the acquisition of the assets of the Narda-MITEQ division and the stock of Narda Safety Test Solutions, GmbH (collectively "Narda-MITEQ") from L3Harris Technologies. Narda-MITEQ is a designer and manufacturer of RF and microwave subsystems and components serving defense, space and commercial test markets; the company employs roughly 400 people across facilities in Hauppauge, NY, Pfullingen, Germany and Cisano, Italy. Debt financing was provided by Barings Finance and Siemens Financial Services.

Directional Aviation’s OneSky Flight acquired Associated Aircraft Group (AAG), a New York–based helicopter operator and FAA part 145 repair station that operates Sikorsky S-76/S-92 aircraft. The transaction (advised by Seabury Securities) expands Directional Aviation/OneSky’s vertical flight capabilities and adds charter, fractional and MRO services in the Northeastern United States; reports indicate the business was sold by Sikorsky/Lockheed Martin interests.

Broadtree Partners LLC acquired Seanair Machine Co. Inc., a family-run precision aerospace parts manufacturer based in Farmingdale, New York, in partnership with AE Industrial Partners Structured Solutions I, LP and with financing support from Live Oak Bank. The company's founders Laura and Thomas Nawrocki will remain as consultants while Avi Das was named CEO as Seanair is rebranded Seanair, LLC to support growth and further serve aerospace and defense customers.

Wincove Private Holdings has made a minority/growth investment in Fortbrand Services, a provider of aircraft ground support and airfield maintenance equipment. Wincove will partner with existing management (including Peter Stearn) and industry executive Salvatore Calvino to support Fortbrand's strategic growth across North America and Europe.

Graycliff Partners LP has made a majority equity investment in 901D, LLC, a Tallman, New York-based provider of engineering, design, assembly and integration services for ruggedized consoles, protective enclosures and electronics packaging. Dinan Capital Advisors served as exclusive financial advisor to 901D and its shareholders on the transaction; the investment will support 901D's capability expansion and enhancement of services to its customer base.

Vuzix Corporation sold its Tactical Display Group (TDG) assets to TDG Acquisition Company, LLC for $8.5 million in cash plus a potential $2.5 million earn-out. Approximately 35% of Vuzix’s manufacturing, engineering and sales personnel transferred to the buyer (to be based in the Rochester area), enabling Vuzix to focus on its consumer and commercial video eyewear business and to use proceeds to reduce indebtedness.

A wholly owned subsidiary of SPX Corporation has acquired GenMech Aerospace, Inc., a Farmingdale, New York-based manufacturer of flight-critical rotorhead components and structural assemblies for the defense and commercial aerospace industries. Terms were not disclosed; Alderman & Company served as exclusive financial advisor to GenMech in the transaction.