DASI, a global specialist in aviation inventory and logistics solutions, has signed an agreement with Mesa Airlines to support its fleet transitions and integration with Republic Airways Holdings Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, DASI has acquired spare parts inventories covering Mesa’s entire CRJ700 and CRJ900 fleet. The programme includes coordinated inventory uplifts from several of Mesa’s key U.S. locations, executed by DASI’s dedicated specialist inventory and logistics team.
“As fleets evolve and industry consolidation continues, airlines require a clear route to unlock capital tied up in surplus inventory. DASI provides that route with minimal operational impact.” — Mike Heaton, President, DASI.
Fleet transitions and consolidation across the sector often generate surplus inventory that constrains working capital. Through structured inventory acquisition programmes, DASI enables airlines and MROs to release capital tied up in non-core stock while minimising operational disruption.
This collaboration further strengthens DASI’s position as a trusted partner to airlines and MROs worldwide. In 2025, DASI supported more than 20 airlines and MROs in releasing capital trapped in non-core inventory, deploying a range of solution structures and expanding one of the industry’s largest inventory holdings.
Founded in 1974, Republic Airways operates a combined fleet of more than 300 Embraer 170/175 aircraft. Its airlines provide scheduled passenger services through more than 1,300 daily flights to over 100 cities across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico. Operations are conducted on a fixed-fee basis under the brands of its codeshare partners: American Eagle, Delta Connection and United Express. The group employs more than 8,000 aviation professionals.
