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Embraer signs maintenance contract with CommuteAir

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United Express partner CommuteAir will receive maintenance, repair, and overhaul for its ERJ145 fleet from Embraer’s commercial aviation facilities at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. Embraer started operations in an existing hangar while building a second hangar to be completed in 2027. With the new facilities, Embraer’s capacity to serve customers is expected to increase 53% across the United States. https://www.commuteair.com; https://embraer.com

FDH Aero unifies legacy hardware brands

Independent aerospace and defense supply chain company FDH Aero has formed FDH Hardware, unifying five legacy brands (Société AHE, Blue Sky Industries, and Madison Aerospace currently, with Calco Aerospace and Aircraft Fasteners Int’l joining by the end of 2025). Matt Lacki has been named president.

FDH Hardware will offer simplified access to inventory, expertise, and support with regional teams able to provide faster service without customers needing to manage multiple vendors. https://fdhaero.com

BILT awarded contract to support US Air Force maintainers

Through AFWERX, the U.S. Air Force awarded a $15 million multi-year contract to BILT Inc. to expand interactive training and maintenance capabilities across Air Force operations. The contract builds on BILT’s ability to transform traditional manuals into 3D guides. The mobile platform allows airmen to access interactive instructions and immersive procedures enhancing readiness, safety, and standardization so they can complete complex tasks faster, more accurately, and with greater confidence. https://afwerx.com; https://biltapp.com