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Silver Sky Aviation Becomes Blackhawk’s Sixth Location
By: Charlotte Bailey
Caption: Acquisition of Alaskan-based service center augments turboprop specialist’s expertise
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Turboprop performance specialist The Blackhawk Group has acquired Silver Sky Aviation in a transaction the former says “provides a tremendous opportunity to expand [its] support of Alaskan aviation.” The purchase of Silver Sky’s facility in Wasilla, Alaska, will add specialized service capabilities to Blackhawk’s network. Specifically, Silver Sky’s accreditation as an authorized service center for Cessna Caravan and Daher Kodiak turboprops “will accelerate capability expansion,” Blackhawk said.
The Blackhawk Group noted that Alaska has “seen significant growth in turboprop operations” due to their range, speed, payload, and ability to operate in cold-weather environments. Silver Sky is one of the few facilities in Alaska capable of supporting a demand that Blackhawk CEO Chad Cundiff recognises as “a lifeline for operators in the region.”
Building on Silver Sky’s decade of experience, the newly rebranded Blackhawk Performance Center will continue to provide vital maintenance and performance upgrade capabilities. This includes supporting Beechcraft King Airs and Pilatus PC-12s, as well as Blackhawk and Finnoff performance conversions.
“Joining the Blackhawk Group allows us to expand our capabilities, strengthen partnerships with local operators, and create new opportunities and benefits for our team,” concluded Silver Sky founder Aaron McCarty.