Equivu Capital has acquired a majority stake in Leading Edge Aviation Services, providing backing for the aircraft detailing specialist's next phase of growth.

Based in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, Leading Edge Aviation Services provides interior and exterior aircraft appearance services to commercial, private and corporate aviation customers. The company has built its reputation on long-term customer relationships, experienced staff and a customer-focused approach, with employees averaging 26½ years of tenure.

The investment will support expansion into additional markets while maintaining the service standards and workplace culture that have defined the business throughout its 38-year history.

“Our goal is simple: take what already makes this company exceptional—its people and its customer-first culture—and scale it the right way,” says Salvatore Calvino, CEO of Equivu Capital. “Our people have always been the difference. With Equivu Capital's support, we will grow thoughtfully and continue delivering the level of service our customers expect, every aircraft, every time,” adds Steve Palauskas, CEO of Leading Edge Aviation Services.