Avionics Source Acquired by Boxwell Avionics

The combination creates a converged product and services powerhouse to the avionics industry

June 28, 2022- SEATTLE- Avionics Source Inc., a leading direct-to-consumer avionics and instruments retailer, today announced that it has been acquired by Boxwell Avionics Inc., a Florida-based avionics sales, consulting, and engineering company.

The combination of the two firms creates one of the most customer-centric, well-rounded, and qualified avionics and service partners for brands, aircraft owners, and repair stations spanning the online and offline avionics industry. In addition to being a catalyst for new avionics sales, used avionics sales, avionics installation consulting, avionics repair, and avionics engineering, the partnership will also maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction by providing consumers with a wider range of services, more cost savings, and greater efficiencies.

Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

“Boxwell Avionics combines three things not often seen in the avionics industry: sales, customer service, and a deep technical knowledge base. Naturally, when most competitors can only offer a max of two, this merger is a clear win for our customers,” said Chase Larabee, Founder and Director of Sales of Avionics Source. “We are thrilled to be joining forces with a strong brand and it’s a perfect fit to take our customers to new heights.”

Derek Boxwell, President of Boxwell Avionics, added, “A real attraction to Avionics Source is the world class e-commerce brand it created and its stop-at-nothing approach to achieving high customer satisfaction. It’s similar to the formula that has allowed Boxwell Avionics to deliver substantial organic growth and success over the past decade. After years of working together, this acquisition is truly the beginning of a powerful combination which will deliver benefits to both customer bases and create opportunities to grow our market share. “

From our founder Chase Larabee:

Dear Avionics Source family,

Seven years ago, Avionics Source was started to democratize direct-to-consumer avionics sales and set out to completely change the way pilots and aircraft owners buy avionics. From day one, I set to build a company that was uniquely created for customers. Back in 2015 it was still considered to be against the grain to buy avionics in the comfort of your home to be installed by your A&P/IA and not through your local avionics shop. In fact, the very trade-in and trade-up programs we introduced and became known for never existed before.

What began as a Garmin GMA340 audio panel sale out of my trunk became a brand that’s served thousands of aircraft owners across five continents. Every sale, every conversation with customers focused on the same pillars we’re known for: affordable pricing, incredible customer service, and dedicated to long term support. We didn’t necessarily reinvent the wheel, but I always believed people will buy from someone who simply picks up the phone and I was proven right.

Today, I’m excited for the next chapter for Avionics Source. Together with Boxwell Avionics, we will create a converged product and services powerhouse within the avionics industry. The combination of the two companies creates one of the most customer-centric, well-rounded, and qualified avionics and service partners for brands, aircraft owners, and repair stations spanning the online and offline avionics industry. In addition to being a catalyst for new avionics sales, pre-owned avionics sales, avionics installation consulting, avionics repair, and avionics engineering, the partnership will also maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction by providing consumers with a wider range of services, greater efficiencies, and more cost savings.

Boxwell Avionics combines three things not often seen in the avionics industry: sales, customer service, and a deep technical knowledge base. Naturally, when most competitors can only offer a max of two, this next step for us is a clear win for you: our customers.

While I’ll be stepping away from the combined company, I could not be more excited for the future that lies ahead and the way our existing customers who got us across the finish line will be served. Boxwell Avionics has quietly been building it’s company, offerings, and reach and are absolutely crushing it. Be prepared to be delighted.

We didn’t get to this point alone. If you’re reading this, I want to thank you for truly changing my life. Whether you ordered an antenna or did a complete panel upgrade, the part you played made it all possible. The success I attained exceeded my wildest dreams and is far above anything I ever thought possible when the idea of Avionics Source started forming.

Again, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our devoted customers, OEMs, repair station partners, and anyone who supported us along the way-your encouragement, referrals, and business will never be forgotten. The lifelong friendships and relationships I’ve made are all the sweeter.

This has been the journey of a lifetime. Although it’s a bittersweet moment in my professional life, I’m excited about the future ahead including spending much needed time with my family, including my young daughter, and traveling together.

All Avionics Source website and contact information will remain the same. For new or existing orders, please email sales@avionicssource.com or call 206-726-0088.

Looking forward to seeing you around.

Happy Flying,

Chase.