Son-Aero

01/18/2021

"You can tell a lot about a person and a company in how they deal with difficulties, and I started to see what Son-Aero was really made of. Employees came together and started to help wherever they were needed. "

Read the full quarterly message from our President & CEO, Jeff Greer on our website:

The conditions placed on our society had a dramatic effect on the aerospace industry as well...You can tell a lot about a person and a company in how they deal with difficulties, and I started to see what Son-Aero was really made of.

11/09/2020

"Ground tests of the first pre-production aircraft are ongoing at the airframer’s Bordeaux-Merignac final assembly site, in line with a first flight scheduled for early 2021."
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Dassault is to roll-out its new Falcon 6X on 8 December, marking a key milestone for the ultra-wide-cabin business jet.

11/04/2020

"It looks like a spaceship, runs on fuel that up until a few years ago experts were calling "crazy," and has barely left the drawing board, but in the eyes of one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers, it's undoubtedly the future.
Not even the distant future. Airbus hopes we'll be soaring into the skies on one of its radical new designs in just 15 years, leaving the days of jet engine pollution and flight-shaming far behind us."

It looks like something out of "Star Trek," and runs on a fuel experts once thought "crazy," but Airbus hopes that in 15 years we'll be flying into a greener future aboard this new zero-emission aircraft concept.

11/02/2020

"The UK's futuristic new fighter jet programme could support 20,000 jobs and add £25billion to the economy, according to initial estimates by auditors.

The Tempest project would preserve Britain's prestigious aerospace and defence sector in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis, the industry argues, as well as bolstering national security.

BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Italy's Leonardo and France-based MBDA are among the companies designing the hi-tech aircraft,.."

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The Tempest project would preserve Britain's prestigious aerospace and defence sector in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis, the industry argues, as well as bolstering national security.

10/29/2020

"Part of my mission when I joined Son-Aero, was to hone our Contracts and Planning system. Here’s a bird’s eye view of how an order travels through our system, enabling us to process orders in just 2 days and begin orders in as little as 10 days."

Dave Dalton, Contracts and Planning Manager, walks you through our process and how it helps us deliver what's most important to each customer, even in times like this.

We take our aerospace manufacturing contracts and planning process seriously and innovate to constantly improve the experience for customers. Our department works together to provide an organized yet flexible process.

10/21/2020

"Sustainability has returned rapidly to the agenda for an aviation industry still struggling to survive the COVID-19 pandemic. And hydrogen has suddenly and unexpectedly risen to the top.

Airbus is leading the charge, with plans to deliver a zero-emissions..."

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10/15/2020

NBAA, GA Coalition Urge Congress to Protect Industry’s Critical Contribution to U.S. Economy

"NBAA and a coalition of general aviation’s leading advocates are urging lawmakers to build on the success of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act by providing additional relief that ensures business aviation and the country’s airports can continue to deliver pivotal and essential services during the pandemic and maintain their valuable contribution to the country’s economy."

NBAA and a coalition of general aviation advocates want lawmakers to build on the success of the CARES Act by providing additional relief for business aviation companies and general aviation airports that our vital to the U.S. economy.

10/13/2020

From COO, Kent Andersson: As companies struggle to stay in business during these challenging times, we at Son-Aero are fortunate enough to be investing in new technologies, adding more members to our team, and preparing for growth in all areas of our manufacturing business.
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As companies struggle to stay in business during these challenging times, we at Son-Aero are fortunate enough to be investing in new technologies, adding more members to our team, and preparing for growth...

08/10/2020

Report: Women in VP, Senior Director Roles Declining in Supply Chain Workforce
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08/07/2020

Get a behind-the-scenes snapshot of how we manufacture wingtip lens covers for the C-17 in this new post:

The C-17 is critical aircraft to the United States military and warfighter. Learn more about our wingtip lens cover manufacturing process for the C-17 platform.

08/06/2020

NBAA Requests Improved Access to Treasury Loan Program

NBAA has joined a coalition of industry groups seeking flexibility in the eligibility criteria for a loan program created by the CARES Act that will ensure pivotal sectors of aviation continue to serve the national interest during the COVID-19 pandemic.

07/23/2020

Consolidate Your Aerospace Supply Chain

Streamlining your aerospace manufacturing supply chain to improve productivity, delivery, and reduce costs–all without sacrificing quality–is key in today’s changing landscape. Working with a new manufacturer is an investment in a potentially long-term partnership and knowing that you can trust your supplier or manufacturer makes all the difference. Read the full post on our site:

Streamlining your aerospace manufacturing supply chain to improve productivity, delivery, and reduce costs--all without sacrificing quality--is key in today’s changing landscape.