Aviation Data & Technology*

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Industry Niche Description

Providers of software, data and technology-enabled services into the aviation market.

Investment Thesis

An increasing number of aircraft and flights, coupled with a projected shortage of pilots, is driving the demand for data and technological advancement throughout the aviation industry to gain operational efficiencies and promote safety.

Representative Targets

Attractive target companies within this niche may have the following attributes:

• Software and SaaS solutions providing flight data and planning tools, including aeronautical charts, mapping and weather information, and flight tracking.
• Technology solutions promoting operator efficiencies, including fuel optimization; fleet management and scheduling software; maintenance tracking; and crew management.
• Technology-enabled services companies providing initial and recurrent training for pilots, crew and other maintenance and safety personnel; regulatory compliance; and other similar services.