Sherpa Air Acquires FAA Part 145 Repair Station, Georgetown, SC – 07 April 2025

Sherpa Air, a leading aviation services provider, proudly announces the purchase of Crucial Aero LLC. Established in 2015, Crucial Aero was an eastern regional subsidiary of Crucial MRO, which continues its independent operations, and remains based in Southern Illinois. Crucial Aero, a full-service MRO and the associated Federal Aviation Association (FAA) Part 145 Repair Station Certificate, has been transferred to Sherpa Air’s Georgetown Base of Operations. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Sherpa Air’s continued growth into aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services market. This certification, granted by the FAA, authorizes Sherpa Air to perform specialized aircraft maintenance under the highest safety and compliance standards.
Sherpa Air is now fully equipped to provide comprehensive maintenance solutions in our recently constructed 30,000 square foot hangar, including: ✔ Airframe and Powerplant inspections and repairs ✔ Avionics upgrades and installations ✔ Component overhauls and modifications ✔ Preventative maintenance and regulatory compliance checks
“Our Sherpas are fiercely dedicated to building customer trust by continually demonstrating our commitment to integrity, selfless service, and superior quality. This acquisition reinforces that commitment. Our transition of the FAA Part 145 Repair Station to our base of operations, alongside our FAA Part 135 Air Carrier, allows Sherpa Air to offer a comprehensive and efficient aviation solution for aircraft owners who value the benefits of operating and maintaining their aircraft under one roof.” said Paul Handakas, President of Sherpa Air. “This investment also reaffirms Sherpa’s commitment to continue our business expansion in the Georgetown, SC community.”
With state-of-the-art equipment, and a highly skilled team of technicians, the Georgetown facility is well positioned to serve commercial operators and private jet owners with efficient, high-quality maintenance solutions.
For more information about our FAA Part 145 Repair Station services, visit Sherpa Air or contact:
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Paul Handakas President Sherpa Air

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