Aviation Equipment Processing Acquires Vantage Associates
February 23, 2026
Aviation Equipment Processing (AEP) has acquired Vantage Associates, Inc., an employee-owned precision manufacturer of metal, composite and plastic aerospace components. Impact Capital Group served as exclusive advisor to Vantage; the deal brings together Vantage's composites and thermoforming capabilities with AEP's bonding, finishing, and testing expertise to expand product capabilities and accelerate growth in commercial and military aerospace markets.
- Buyers
- Aviation Equipment Processing
- Targets
- Vantage Associates, Inc.
- Sellers
- Vantage Associates employee-owners (ESOP)
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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