VSE Corp. closed its $350 million acquisition of Aero 3, Inc., advancing the company’s push to scale its aviation aftermarket distribution and repair operations.
Aero 3 — the parent of GenNx/AeroRepair IntermediateCo Inc. and a portfolio company of GenNx360 Capital Partners — provides global maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services focused on commercial aircraft wheel and brake systems. VSE financed the all-cash deal with proceeds from its October 2025 public stock offering. Standard working-capital adjustments apply; no additional terms were disclosed.
The transaction adds repair capabilities, OEM relationships and international coverage to VSE’s aviation business, which supports commercial and business and general aviation operators.
“This acquisition marks a meaningful step forward for VSE as we continue to expand our aviation aftermarket distribution and repair capabilities and deepen our OEM partnerships,” President and CEO John Cuomo said. “Aero 3 brings a proven operating model, a strong leadership team, complementary repair expertise, and a global footprint that will strengthen our position.”
Aero 3’s operations will fold into VSE’s existing aviation segment. VSE said the combined offering positions for the company to compete more directly in the commercial aftermarket for wheel and brake services, an area in which demand is supported by aging fleets and rising outsourcing of repair work by carriers and service providers.
VSE, headquartered in Miramar, Florida, distributes aviation components and performs MRO services across engines, airframes and accessories. Jones Day served as legal counsel on the transaction.
The deal marks an exit for GenNx360 Capital Partners, which focuses on middle-market industrial and services investments.
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