
PrimeFlight Aviation Services Acquires Cargo Handling Operations from StratAir
July 31, 2025(Sugar Land, TX – August 4, 2025) PrimeFlight Aviation Services announced it had acquired StratAir’s cargo handling operations at Miami International Airport (MIA), Richmond International Airport (RIC), and Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan (SJU) last week. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in PrimeFlight’s ongoing global cargo expansion strategy.
The addition of StratAir’s cargo handling operations at MIA, RIC, and SJU enhances PrimeFlight’s presence at key domestic and international cargo gateways. The move expands its network and capabilities to better serve its customers, which include leading global logistics providers and air cargo carriers. StratAir’s facilities, including a 120,000-square-foot third-party handling complex at MIA, will be integrated into PrimeFlight’s cargo division, bringing with it an expanded capacity, operational scale, and an experienced team of professionals.
“This acquisition is a key step forward in our mission to build a world-class, integrated cargo handling network,” Craig Smyth, President and CEO for PrimeFlight explained. “StratAir has built a strong reputation in the industry, and we are excited to bring their expertise, infrastructure and customer relationships into our growing portfolio. Together, we are even better positioned to support the evolving needs of the air cargo industry.”
The StratAir transaction follows PrimeFlight’s recent acquisition of AirWorld at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), underscoring the company’s strategy to build a global cargo network anchored in major international hubs.
“Together, these investments reflect our commitment to developing a scalable platform focused on high-volume cargo gateways and specialized product handling—supporting the industry's growing demand for time-critical and e-commerce-driven logistics solutions,” Craig added. “PrimeFlight remains focused on delivering operational excellence through safety, innovation and exceptional customer service—principles that will guide the integration of StratAir’s operations.”
Saltchuk Aviation, the former parent company of StratAir, supported its growth since acquiring the company in 2016.
“StratAir has been an integral part of the Saltchuk Aviation portfolio, and we’re incredibly proud of the team and everything we’ve accomplished together. We made the strategic decision to sell the operation to a partner with the scale and network to take it even further,” Mike Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of Saltchuk Aviation, added. “As we refocus on our core markets in Alaska and Hawaii, we knew StratAir deserved a partner with the resources and vision to support its continued growth. We wish them the very best in this next chapter with PrimeFlight.”
During the integration period, StratAir’s operations will continue under its current brand. Over time, these operations will transition to the PrimeFlight brand.
About PrimeFlight Aviation Services
Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, PrimeFlight Aviation Services and its network of subsidiaries provides major airlines and airports with ground handling, fueling services, cargo handling, GSE maintenance, aircraft services, deicing, passenger services, aviation cleaning supplies, and terminal services, as well as general aviation aircraft cleaning and support services, across a global footprint. PrimeFlight is a portfolio company of The Sterling Group and Capitol Meridian Partners. For more information, visit www.primeflight.com.
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(Sugar Land, TX – May 5, 2025) Skytanking, a wholly owned subsidiary of PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc., has acquired Active Automobile Electrical in an asset deal this week. This acquisition continues Skytanking’s service expansion, adding GSE maintenance to its list of capabilities.
“We are excited to further diversify our service offering,” Amir Ibrahim, EVP for Skytanking, explained. “This acquisition will allow us to serve our customers with GSE maintenance services at all major airports in Australia.”
Active Automobile Electrical is an auto electrical supplier for over 80 GSE vehicles at SYD airport. They also support the regional airport network in NSW as well as providing on demand service at all other major airports in Australia.
Skytanking provides a full range of aviation services including ground handling, passenger services, cargo handling, deicing, into-plane fueling, aviation fuel storage, hydrant management, and engineering support. PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Skytanking’s parent company, is an aviation services provider with operations throughout North America, supporting its customers with a wide range of services including ground handling, cargo handling, deicing, GSE maintenance, fueling, and passenger services.
Active Automobile Electrical will continue to operate under its current brand during the integration process but will ultimately operate under the Skytanking brand.
About Skytanking
Skytanking provides a full range of aviation fueling services including into-plane fueling, aviation fuel storage and hydrant management, investment in aviation fuel facilities at airports, and engineering services. Skytanking is a wholly owned subsidiary of PrimeFlight Aviation Services Inc.. For more information, visit www.skytanking.com.
About PrimeFlight Aviation Services
Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, PrimeFlight Aviation Services provides major airlines and airports with GSE maintenance, ground handling services, aircraft services, into-plane fueling, deicing, aviation cleaning supplies, and terminal services, as well as general aviation aircraft cleaning and support services, across a national footprint. PrimeFlight is a portfolio company of The Sterling Group and Capitol Meridian Partners. For more information, visit www.primeflight.com.