Central Aerospace

Central Aerospace, a leading player in the Latin American aerospace sector, has a remarkable 45 years of industry experience. It has collaborated with 160 professionals, serviced over 4,000 aircraft, and completed 10,000 work orders. This level of achievement is a rarity in the LATAM industry, demonstrating the company’s exceptional commitment to providing specialized maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) and fixed-base operator (FBO) services, along with unparalleled support that consistently works to meet client expectations.

A key element of Central Aerospace’s success is its strategic partnership with the Colombian government entities, ensuring aircraft operations are optimized and adhere to the rigorous standards of the OEMs aviation industry. In addition, the company has earned accreditations from esteemed industry leaders, such as Textron Aviation, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Ozark Aeroworks, Genesys Aerosystems and Collins Aerospace. These endorsements validate the company’s expertise and reliability, as well as highlight its dedication to providing its clients with personalized, boutique experiences. This commitment is further manifested through the implementation of rigorous quality control measures to minimize aircraft malfunctions and reinforce its leadership position in the Latin American MRO Aviation market.

We offer clients a seamless, one-stop-shop experience, sparing them the hassle of sending aircraft abroad for repairs,” says Rodrigo Perdomo, CEO and Managing Partner of Central Aerospace. “With all maintenance needs handled in-house, we ensure a streamlined and efficient process.”

As part of its FBO services, Central Aerospace delivers comfortable and secure airport facilities for arrivals and departures. It ensures pristine customer service by managing all interactions with airport authorities and ensuring seamless processes in immigration, customs, and permits. Central Aerospace’s proficient team further enhances the travel experience by coordinating flight routes and providing comprehensive ground services, thus fostering a smooth journey for its clients.

Central Aerospace also integrates its FBO and MRO services suite for improved aircraft management. This holistic approach streamlines service delivery and instills a deep sense of trust among clients. The company’s MRO services are particularly noteworthy, as they support both government and commercial aircraft.

These services are pivotal in sustaining these aircraft’s longevity and operational readiness by maintaining critical components such as avionics, engines, hydraulics and landing gear. Central Aerospace excels in additional offerings, including aircraft painting, remodeling, and parts sales, solidifying its position as a reliable partner for fixed-wing aircraft needs.

Central Aerospace has earned approvals from leading auditors in aircraft maintenance, serving multinational and global organizations with unparalleled expertise. A distinguished entity in Latin America with FAA 145, Ecuadorian and Colombian Repair Station, the company conducts specific maintenance for all the registered plane of this flags. The firm, has the capability to attend Americans, Ecuadorians and Colombians planes addresses the diverse needs of aircraft owners across different Latin-American countries.

Strategically located at El Dorado International Airport, Central Aerospace provides an exclusive VIP terminal and maintains bases in major Colombian cities, such as Cali and Villavicencio, proximally, Cartagena and Medellin. This strategic positioning enhances its ability to provide exceptional service and support to a broad client base.

To address the logistical challenges of Latin America’s geography and import-export regulations, Central Aerospace offers clients a competitive edge with its strategic logistics chain. This advantage is exemplified by the construction of a warehouse in Florida, which optimizes transit speed and efficiency. The Colombian TSA’s approval (OEA certification) further accelerates operations, reducing transit times and costs compared to traditional shipping methods. This operational efficiency translates to financial savings and the timely delivery of services in essential missions, including relief and ambulance operations, among others. The company further optimizes its budgets through meticulous multi-year negotiations, saving clients considerable time and resource savings in public bidding processes.
Central Aerospace underscores its commitment to safety by securing a substantial $80 million Ariel insurance policy that covers all maintenance and FBO services. This extensive coverage provides its clients peace of mind by covering all maintenance and FBO services, in the base or out of it. In this manner, Central Aerospace provides global assistance and maintains over 150 aircraft annually. 50% of these aircraft serve governmental fleets and Colombian police and military forces, fulfilling the transportation needs of ambassadors, military personnel, and government officials. It collaborates with several country embassies, making it a preferred partner for prominent corporate leaders, while actively supporting United Nations peacekeeping operations by facilitating travel in 20 cities nationwide.

Central Aerospace’s expertise in dealing with such unique operational challenges was demonstrated when a client experienced a hard landing and subsequent accident at a remote airport, compounded by difficult terrain and limited communication infrastructure. The company promptly assumed control, mobilizing technicians to dismantle and transport the aircraft from the rugged terrain to a nearby port. The plane was transported to Bogota on a Hercules C-130 ferry, where it underwent extensive repairs, ultimately ensuring its restoration for the customer.

With a team of 160 highly experienced professionals averaging over 15 years of expertise, Central Aerospace prioritizes customer satisfaction by tailoring services to their operational needs. The company’s commitment to safety is deeply rooted in its culture, as it conforms to international standards. Its technicians receive more than 120 hours of annual training in all the systems of the planes and several of them in the U.S. to meet original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and aviation authority benchmarks. This commitment to safety and excellence is further strengthened by its collaboration with American aviation experts and technicians and by offering competitive pricing that is approximately 30 percent lower than typical MRO rates overseas. Central Aerospace’s unique confluence of experience and innovation positions it as an aviation service sector leader as it redefines industry standards and ensures unparalleled service quality for international clients.

Rodrigo Perdomo highlights that “every day in our sector is a challenge, because every client and every operation is unique and we are constantly working to improve our services and give our clients all the support, all our best and make them feel safe, important, exclusive and happy.”