Aviation Equipment, Inc. is a leading specialist in the overhaul, repair, modification and manufacture of thrust reverser systems, nose cowls and exhaust systems for many of the world's aircraft. Aviation Equipment has obtained a number of Supplemental Type Certificates (STC's) and Parts Manufacturing Approvals (PMA's) for a variety of components, including those used in stage 3 noise reduction kits.

Aviation Equipment has extensive processing and bonding capabilities and manufactures advanced composites and bonded honeycomb structures for many applications, including winglets, cargo bay floor panels and blast resistant luggage containers. In addition, Aviation Equipment also manufactures brazable honeycomb core for many high temperature applications utilizing alloys such as inconel, and stainless steel. Aviation Equipment is an exclusive licensee for the manufacture of patented fiber metal laminate materials using Glare®.

Established in 1979, Aviation Equipment, Inc. has facilities located in North Hollywood, and Costa Mesa, California.