“The acquisition of the Energy Systems assets of Kelly Aerospace continues Tailwind’s aggressive growth strategy through the formation of a new business with a broad suite of engine and aircraft accessories.” the company said. “Hartzell Engine Technologies’ product line will include turbocharger systems, alternators, starters, Janitrol Heaters, fuel pumps, oil filters, ignition harnesses, magnetos, voltage regulators and MCUs and a large range of other electrical components, primarily serving piston-engine general aviation and military aircraft, as well as piston and turbine engine helicopters.”
Hartzell Engine Technologies will be based in Montgomery, Ala. Customers include major piston engine manufacturers, airframers and distributors worldwide.
Jeff Kelly, currently president of Kelly Aerospace Energy Systems, has agreed to continue with Hartzell Engine Technologies LLC, as executive vice president reporting to Disbrow. Kent Kelly, Kelly Aerospace’s founder and chairman, will also continue with Hartzell Engine Technologies.
Tailwind Technologies Inc. is the parent company of Hartzell Propeller, Mayday Manufacturing Co., Industrial Tube Co., Electrofilm Manufacturing Co. and AcousticFab LLC.