FDC Aero Composites

Eric Parent, CEO

FDC Aero Composites bridges this gap by combining the best of both worlds. The company offers the advanced technological capabilities of larger firms with the agility, affordability, and customer care of a smaller company—filling a critical void in the industry.

“We blend visionary thinking, advanced technology, and precision manufacturing to elevate aerospace to new heights,” says Eric Parent, CEO of FDC Aero Composites.

From rapid prototyping and custom tooling to full-scale production, FDC provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions. What sets the company apart is its ability to handle every aspect of composite manufacturing and assembly entirely in-house, thanks to a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced machinery.

The facility features cutting-edge equipment, including a large autoclave for curing composite materials, enabling the production of aerospace parts with exceptional precision and strength. Unlike many competitors, FDC utilizes a large upgraded CNC machine to ensure precise cutting and shaping of complex parts. Additionally, its in-house paint shop allows for smooth, high-quality finishes. The facility also boasts advanced 3D scanning for detailed analysis and large-scale ovens for thorough processing, allowing FDC to deliver rapid turnarounds while consistently meeting clients' demanding specifications. To complete its offer, FDC owns a thermoforming machine for the application of finishing, like Tedlar. These resources enable the company to provide superior parts quickly and cost-effectively, making it an ideal composite manufacturing partner.

Beyond its advanced machinery, FDC operates with a skilled team of 55 experts specializing in composite technologies. This expertise allows the company to rapidly produce parts, even on short notice, and at a lower cost. From designing and producing custom tools and molds to providing reverse engineering solutions, FDC’s team takes a comprehensive approach to composite manufacturing.

Its dedicated team and world-class facility have earned FDC a loyal client base, with many customers maintaining partnerships for over a decade—a testament to the company's commitment to delivering exceptional service and value.

One customer success story, in particular, stands out as a testament to FDC’s expertise. The company helped an aerospace firm replace the heavy aluminum doors of a Twin Otter aircraft with lightweight yet durable composite versions. Using 3D scanning, FDC replicated the original doors and created cost-effective molds. The new design significantly reduced the aircraft’s weight, improving fuel efficiency. Following this success, the client continued its partnership with FDC, which now produces approximately 12 doors annually for the firm.

FDC is also on an important project for front row monuments and military radoms for big companies. Its consistent success has fueled remarkable growth, increasing its overall revenue by more than 30 percent each of the last three years.

By integrating industry-leading expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a passionate team, FDC Aero Composites is redefining the future of composite manufacturing.