Becklin Holdings buys Oregon's Chief Avionics for its aerospace push
What's the deal? Becklin HoldingsDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → has acquired Chief AvionicsDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, an avionics provider based at Grants Pass Airport in Southern Oregon, the company announced on September 15, 2026. Financial terms were not disclosed. Chief Avionics keeps its name and its Grants Pass location.
What each company does: Chief Avionics installs, upgrades, and services aircraft electronics — navigation and communications systems — for general aviation owners, and sells products over the counter. Becklin Holdings is a privately held portfolio of companies in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, and defense.
Why it matters: Chief Avionics is an FAA-certified repair station, allowing it to perform specialized maintenance and alterations on aircraft. That certification gives Becklin Holdings what its founder called "a true aviation presence."
What's the endgame? Becklin plans to expand Chief Avionics' custom panel business to include pre-assembled panels, built and shipped ready for installation. It also aims to strengthen the company's e-commerce and sheet metal fabrication capabilities, supporting both portfolio companies and OEM partners.
The backstory: Chief Avionics was founded by aviation entrepreneur Dana Blix, who earlier built and sold Chief Aircraft, a catalog supplier of aircraft parts, while retaining the avionics business. "It was important to me that Chief Avionics move forward with an owner who respects what we have built," Blix said.
The signal: The deal reflects a strategy of assembling specialized businesses under one roof. Becklin's portfolio already includes composites maker ECS Composites and precision manufacturer Stubborn Mule ManufacturingDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →; Chief Avionics adds regulated aviation services to the mix.
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