Impact Report
Real change, measured in decades
Black Sky Bravo deploys intelligent capital into founder-owned aviation businesses valued at $10M–$50M.
By the numbers
The stats tell the story.
The North American aviation lower-middle market is experiencing a once-in-a-generation opportunity. 10,000+ baby boomer business owners turn 65 daily through 2030. Valuations are 20–40% below normalized levels. Regional banks are retreating. Regulatory complexity favors scaled operators. Capital is scarce, but demand for essential aviation services has never been stronger.
25%
8%+
$50M
Target raise for first 2 SPVs
LP pref before GP economics
Target Net IRR
Analysis
Every Venture mission is built around creating lasting change you can see. This chart shows the difference between conditions before and after our work: measuring access to essentials like clean water, health supplies, and reliable infrastructure.
Why We Win
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Former FAA-approved operators, licensed pilots, engineers with deep regulatory fluency whether Part 91/135 or understanding the issues operators face in dealing with regulatory scrutiny.
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Move decisively on time-sensitive opportunities; certificate arbitrage, succession pressure, distressed situations.
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Deep understanding of how to deploy technology, whether AI-enabled dispatch, predictive maintenance, or digitalized compliance; our aim is to drive 15–20% margin improvement swiftly.
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Direct access to operators, FAA officials, OEMs, and airport authorities; proprietary deal flow unavailable to outsiders.
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Hands-on experience implementing SMS, quality controls, institutional governance from day one.
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36–60 month hold periods align with operational timelines; no forced sales due to fund maturity pressure.
Expeditions Map
Competitive Exit Positioning; Multiple Pathways.
Strategic Acquirers — OEMs, MRO platforms, prime contractors; Private Equity — Buy-and-build platforms seeking add-ons; International Buyers — Chinese, Middle Eastern, European acquirers; Tech-Focused Buyers — AI/digital premium for modernized infrastructure.