Dedicated to helping you get back in the air.

We are a dedicated aviation parts supplier and logistics service company. The principal aim of Aero Parts Direct and it’s staff is to source and supply the components or services required for aircraft in an AOG (“aircraft on ground”) situation.

Every second that a plane sits on the tarmac in need of repair incurs more cost for airlines and ultimately can result in disgruntled passengers. It is estimated that an AOG can cost an airline £150,000 per hour.

We utilise our worldwide part supply chain and expertise to take the headache out of the equation for you, reducing technical delays.

Aircraft on Ground or AOG is a term in aviation maintenance indicating that a problem is serious enough to prevent an aircraft from flying. Generally there is always a rush to acquire the parts to put the aircraft (A/C) back into service, and prevent further delays or cancellations of the planned itinerary. AOG applies to any aviation materials or spare parts that are needed immediately for an aircraft to return to service. APD refer qualified personnel and dispatch the parts required to repair the aircraft for an immediate return to service.

When an aircraft “goes AOG” and materials required are not on hand, parts and personnel must be driven, flown, or sailed to the location of the “grounded A/C”. Usually the problem is escalated through an internal AOG Desk, then the Manufacturer’s AOG Desk, and finally competitors’ AOG desks. Thankfully, at APD we can take care of every aspect for you.