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Drayton Aerospace, a leading force in the global Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) market, has become the latest affiliate member of the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA).
Founded in 2006, Drayton Aerospace excels in repairing and overhauling components, structures, fuselage, landing gear, tires, and brakes. They also market aeronautical materials and provide calibration and measurement of technical tools for various fleets, including A320, A330, B737 CL/NG, B757, B767, ERJ, ATR, Hawker 800, and P-3. Their operations are approved by the FAA, EASA, ANAC Brazil, and DIRMAB (Brazilian Air Force).
With operations in Brazil, the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, and China, Drayton Aerospace employs around 500 people, serving a diverse range of customers from commercial airlines to general and government aviation.
In 2019, Drayton Aerospace marked a significant milestone by starting operations in Brazil, acquiring equipment and tools previously owned by TAP M&E in Porto Alegre. The company has since invested heavily in enhancing its capabilities, aiming to transform the Porto Alegre facility into an international hub specializing in fuselage (Hangar 1), engines, and components. Additionally, in 2023, they expanded their South American presence by acquiring a 19,000m2 facility for landing gear and component services in Rio de Janeiro.
“Quality, efficiency and safety are values of aviation. We are delighted to welcome Drayton Aerospace as a new member of ALTA. Their commitment to excellence, their experience and their expansion in Latin America and the Caribbean will be an important contribution to the work of the association for the continued development of the aviation industry in our region,” said José Ricardo Botelho, Executive Director and CEO of ALTA.
“The Drayton Group is delighted to join the ALTA family. We are pleased to announce the opening of our new landing gear MRO facility in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, an important milestone for our company and the local aviation industry. We extend our more Sincere thanks to the industry and community for their continued support and enthusiasm This new landing gear maintenance facility reinforces our commitment to offering world-class MRO services in the region, adding further investment and resources to our already established landing gear business. engines, components and airframes in Porto Alegre. Together, we hope to drive aviation excellence in Brazil,” stated Chris Creutz, CEO of LDG.
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