What our customers say...

  • Kit again proved its worth in poor weather - Mark
  • The GI275 engine monitoring system is a fantastic tool - David
  • Aerofab have always gone above and beyond to look after me - Nigel
  • Flying an aircraft with Garmin avionics just makes sense. So pleased! - Grant

Years of experience
general aviation experts

Restorations

Our team of licensed engineers lead our restoration projects, from simple repairs and paintwork restoration to complete authentic rebuilds.

Maintenance

From annual inspections, to 50 hour services, zero hour engine projects, our expert team will keep your aircraft in tip-top condition, in line with the latest regulations.

Repairs

If the unfortunate happens, our in-house team of aviation qualified sheet metal engineers will repair your aircraft with pride and we'll get your aircraft back in the air.

Avionics Upgrades

We are the souths leading Garmin avionics dealership. We're here to talk and offer you our expertise for any upgrade you may be considering undertaking.

Expert aircraft engineering, maintenance, repairs, restorations and upgrades founded in the 90's

Ben Faulkner heads up the Thruxton Airfield-based Aerofab.

Backed up by his team of experienced licensed engineers, LAA inspectors and avionics experts. Aerofab is able to provide a full maintenance, repair and avionics upgrade service to both certified and permit aircraft.

We're based at EGHO Thruxton in Hampshire, on the south coast, covering EGHR Goodwood, EGHF Lee on Solent, EGHI Southampton, EGHH Bournemouth, EGBP Kemble, EGHA Compton Abbas, EGHS Henstridge, EGTU Dunkeswell and further.

We work with all types of fixed wing aircraft, the highly experienced and professionally trained team are able to help with everything from basic and complex single engine to light twins.

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Garmin Avionics

Aerofab Restorations specialise in the Garmin product range. Looking to upgrade your aircraft? Talk to us today

Avionics

We are avionics experts, we specialise in garmin, but can help with any system you might have, be that Avidyne, Aspen, Century or Garmin. From repair or replacement of your existing analogue and vacuum instruments, to a full glass panel upgrade, Aerofab are able to offer a cost effective and efficient service. Whether your aircraft is certified or non-certified permit to fly.

Repairs

When the unfortunate happens, we are here for you. Our team of trained and practiced aircraft sheet metal professionals provide airframe repairs, modifications, and upgrades. Our inspectors will ensure that the required repairs exceed all required safety standards.

  • Minor & Major damage
  • Airframe corrosion
  • Integral fuel tank repairs
  • STCs and Modifications

    • Maintenance

    EASA requires that all aircraft receive periodic and annual inspections to ensure their continued airworthiness. Aerofab offers timely aircraft inspections and ensures direct and open communication will take place during each inspection. We take every care and are proud of our work. Our team of highly qualified and experienced engineers look after your aircraft from start to finish.
     

    Don't replace - REFIT

    Buying a new aircraft to replace ageing stock for your school, or upgrading your pride and joy to something more modern has a huge financial, time and environmental impact. We have a much better, financially sound method to update your aeroplane. REFIT not replace.

    A complete wheel`s up refit of your existing aircraft is environmentally sound and in most cases will SAVE YOU MONEY!

    Aerofab provides a full bespoke service which allows you to specify your exact requirements, with guidance from our Garmin Service Centre experts.

    Before the rebuild and retrofit process, the aircraft undergoes a strict, detailed inspection & NDT process which includes bare metal strip, disassembly of the major components, internal inspection & corrosion treatment.  All rotable & expendable components are overhauled or replaced during this process.

    The interior will be completely refitted to your chosen scheme along with a respray in our local paint shop at Thruxton.

    Your aircraft is then fitted with your choice of avionics from Garmin’s world-class range including touchscreen displays, GPS navigators and (now this is really cool) multi-axis autopilot. For added peace of mind, you could also add a traffic awareness system. Dare to dream, and we'll make it your cost-effective reality.

    Refit over Replacement provides:

    • Substantial cost savings.
    • You get the aircraft you want, the way you want it.
    • Quicker turn round time compared to ordering new.
    • Less environmental impact compared to new aircraft.
    • We can source aircraft for advance exchange if required to keep downtime to a minimum.
    • Lower carbon footprint.

    Flying to Thruxton? Driving past and fancy a cuppa? Our door is open and the kettle is always on. We'd love to see you, to share our passion and talk about our current projects.

    Aircraft For Sale

     

    Demonstration
    Films

    Level Flight and Recovery GFC 500

    The Garmin GFC 500 has buit-in ESP (Electronic Stability Protection). The pilot can not put the aircraft outside of the operating envelope. Here is a short demonstration of the system and its basic flight protection functions.

    GTN 750Xi with GFC 500 Auto Approach

    A Piper Cherokee Pathfinder, retrofitted with a Garmin GTN 750 Xi Nav/Com and Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot, demonstrating an auto approach, using the visual approach procedure.

     

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