The Blackhawk Group (TBG), a turboprop performance solutions provider, including engine, propeller and avionics upgrades, has acquired Silver Sky Aviation (Silver Sky) of Wasilla, Alaska. The acquisition establishes Wasilla as the sixth location in TBG's growing Performance Center network, expanding its footprint into one of the fastest-growing turboprop regions in the world, where performance is critical. The Blackhawk Group is a portfolio company of New State Capital Partners. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Alaska has seen significant growth in turboprop operations due to the combination of a turbine-powered aircraft's range, speed and payload with the reliability required to operate in harsh, cold-weather environments. As one of the few facilities in Alaska capable of supporting this demand, Silver Sky's Wasilla facility has earned a strong reputation by providing maintenance and performance upgrade capabilities for more than a decade.

Silver Sky brings extensive experience supporting King Air, Caravan, Kodiak and PC-12 platforms, including multiple Blackhawk and Finnoff performance conversions, aligning well with TBG's core businesses.

“Silver Sky provides a tremendous opportunity to expand The Blackhawk Group's support of Alaskan aviation,” says Chad Cundiff, CEO of The Blackhawk Group. “Turboprops are a lifeline for operators in the region, and many already benefit from Blackhawk and Finnoff upgrades. Silver Sky's reputation for technical expertise, customer support and operational excellence, combined with the resources of The Blackhawk Group, will accelerate capability expansion while creating new career opportunities for the Silver Sky team.”

“Silver Sky has always been dedicated to providing the highest quality aviation maintenance services in Alaska,” adds Aaron McCarty, owner and founder of Silver Sky. “Joining The Blackhawk Group allows us to expand our capabilities, strengthen partnerships with local operators and create new opportunities and benefits for our team while maintaining our focus on safety and reliability.”

Silver Sky will live within The Blackhawk Group family as a Blackhawk Performance Center (BPC). The new Performance Center will benefit from TBG's strong industry partnerships, infrastructure, training and operational resources to broaden its reach across Alaska.

“The addition of Silver Sky continues to advance The Blackhawk Group's goal of becoming the premier service provider for the light turbine market,” comments Daniel Han, senior principal at New State Capital Partners and chairman of The Blackhawk Group. “By combining Silver Sky's specialised service capabilities with the technical strength of The Blackhawk Group, we are better positioned to deliver long-term value to our customers and stakeholders across the region.”

Silver Sky is an authorised service centre for Caravan and Kodiak aircraft, expanding OEM-backed service and support options available through the Blackhawk Performance Center network.