AAR acquires Aerostrat to boost maintenance planning software

AAR CORP., a major provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs and OEMs, has acquired Aerostrat. The deal is worth US$15 million plus up to US$5 million in contingent consideration. The move strengthens AAR’s software portfolio and enhances the enterprise resource planning capabilities of its Trax subsidiary.

Aerostrat is a respected provider of long-range aviation maintenance planning software. Its tools are used by airlines, MROs, and cargo companies. They help automate complex scheduling, ensure production capacity and simplify aircraft allocation.

The company’s flagship product, Aerros, is designed for long-range heavy maintenance planning. It works with operators and MROs regardless of the ERP system in place. Aerros currently supports more than 5,000 aircraft worldwide.

The software is a strong complement to Trax’s ERP and line maintenance-focused planning systems. Aerros will now be part of the Trax suite, but will also remain available separately. This means it can still operate with any ERP platform, offering flexibility to customers.

Andrew Schmidt, Senior Vice President of AAR Digital Services and President of Trax, called the deal “an important step” in advancing next-generation maintenance products. He said combining Aerostrat with Trax will allow more integration and expansion for existing customers of both systems.

Elliot Margul, CEO of Aerostrat, said the company has always focused on building reliable and high-quality solutions. He welcomed the chance to join AAR, noting that the companies share values centred on customer needs. He also highlighted the opportunity to work closely with Trax, describing it as “a huge honour” that will help both teams and products reach new levels.

The acquisition expands AAR’s position in the aviation software sector. It adds proven long-range planning tools to its capabilities, offering greater efficiency and flexibility to operators, MROs, and cargo companies around the world.