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PROFESSIONAL AVIATION ASSOCIATES
CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF PROVIDING QUALITY SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Greenwich, CT, 5/20/2010 -- -- Professional Aviation Associates celebrates its 25th year in business. Established in March of 1985, the company focused on providing parts for the Beechcraft King Air; over the years they have expanded their services and today offer parts and rotables for the Beechcraft 1900, Beechjet, Learjet, Falcon, Piper, and Cessna series of aircraft among others.

A partner in the company since its inception, Vice President of Sales Jerry Cox says it's the organization's employees that have helped sustain the business. "We are successful today due to the dedication of our employees," said Cox. "We operate our Aircraft on Ground services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is our dedication to quality service and products that keep our customers coming back."

Professional Aviation Associates became a subsidiary of the Greenwich AeroGroup in 2009 as part of Greenwich AeroGroup’s acquisition of Banner Aerospace.

Celebrations acknowledging the anniversary have been held in Atlanta, Georgia and most recently at the EBACE show in Geneva, Switzerland.

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GREENWICH AEROGROUP COMPLETES THE ACQUISITION OF BANNER AEROSPACE

Greenwich, CT, 06/10/09 -- -- Greenwich AeroGroup, Inc. today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets of Banner Aerospace Holding Company, Inc. and its aviation subsidiaries from its parent, The Fairchild Corporation.

Jim Ziegler, Greenwich AeroGroup's CEO, stated, "We are excited to welcome the Banner Aerospace team to Greenwich AeroGroup and look forward to their contribution in further growing and enhancing our aviation business. This acquisition is an important step in our strategy to expand our geographic reach, enhance our core competencies, strengthen our client base, and optimize our ability to deliver value to our customers."

Banner Aerospace is a diversified family of companies serving loyal customers worldwide, including OEMs, commercial and regional airlines, air cargo carriers, corporate and general aviation, and FBOs. Banner Aerospace's products and services are divided into two groups: Distribution and Repair & Overhaul, and are conducted through six operating companies.

DAC International, Inc. - Austin, TX

Matrix Aviation, Inc. - Wichita, KS

Professional Aviation Associates, Inc. - Atlanta, GA

Professional Aircraft Accessories, Inc. - Titusville, FL

NASAM Incorporated and GCCUS, Inc. - San Francisco, CA

Greenwich AeroGroup is a holding company that owns and operates full service providers of general aviation services including: maintenance and avionics; fixed base operations; aircraft sales, charter and management; interior refurbishment; manufacturing and engineering; and parts distribution. Current locations include: Atlantic Aero, Inc., located at Piedmont-Triad International Airport in Greensboro, NC; Western Aircraft, Inc., located at Gowen Field in Boise, ID; and Summit Aviation, Inc., located at Summit Airport in Middletown, DE.

PROFESSIONAL AVIATION ASSOCIATES
ANNOUNCES ASSOCIATION WITH MARPA

Atlanta, Georgia, 3/24/06 -- -- Professional Aviation Associates has become a member of MARPA, Modification and Replacement Parts Association. MARPA is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the replacement parts industry through exemplary performance. The association is comprised of aviation industry modification and replacement PMA parts manufacturers and other individuals and entities.

Professional Aviation Associates distributes aircraft parts worldwide to FBO's, general aviation, corporate and commuter airlines specializing in Beechcraft, Learjet and Falcon.

PAA also offers a Stratoflex-authorized hose shop with FAA/TSO authority. The shop offers extensive capabilities including singular hose requirements and complete hose kits for flex hose replacement. PAA's dedication to its customers is proven by AOG service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The company is a fully accredited distributor under FAA Advisory Circular 00-56A, through the Aviation Suppliers Association. All information is provided on our website at www.proaviation.com.

Professional Aviation Associates corporate office is in Atlanta, Georgia. PAA has three regional offices and two international representatives, assisted by the support staff in the Atlanta office.

PROFESSIONAL AVIATION ASSOCIATES
CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY

Atlanta, Georgia, 1/06/06 -- -- Professional Aviation Associates is celebrating its 20th year in business, attributing this milestone to the experience, knowledge and capabilities of its staff. The company began its operation in March 1985 with the team of Doyle Griggs, Tom Chastain and Jerry Cox, with their main focus on the Beechcraft King Air market. Since its beginning, the company has grown to over 30 employees and now provides parts for Beech King Air, Beech 1900, Learjet, Falcon, Piper, Cessna and many others. With the retirement of Doyle Griggs, Tom Chastain was appointed President and Jerry Cox appointed Vice-President/Sales.

PAA also offers a Stratoflex-authorized hose shop with FAA/TSO authority. The shop offers extensive capabilities including singular hose requirements and complete hose kits for flex hose replacement. PAA's dedication to its customers is proven by AOG service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The company is fully accredited under the ASA-100 program. All information is provided on the website at www.proaviation.com.

Professional Aviation Associates corporate office is in Atlanta, Georgia. PAA has three regional offices and two international representatives, assisted by the support staff in the Atlanta office.

PROFESSIONAL AVIATION ASSOCIATES
ANNOUNCES MAJOR INVENTORY PURCHASE

Atlanta, Georgia, 11/08/05 -- -- Professional Aviation Associates announces today a major surplus inventory purchase. With this purchase, our inventory has increased its line item acquisition for this year between 75,000 and 80,000 line items. Items included in this most recent inventory will support Cessna, Piper, Beech aircraft and Lycoming and Teledyne Continental engines. You can access this inventory 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at our website, www.proaviation.com.

PAA distributes aircraft parts worldwide to FBO's, general aviation, corporate, and commuter airlines specializing in Beechcraft, Learjet and Falcon. PAA also offers a Stratoflex-authorized hose shop with FAA/TSO authority. The company is fully accredited under the ASA-100 program.

Professional Aviation Associates corporate office is in Atlanta, Georgia. PAA has three regional offices and two international representatives, assisted by the support staff in the Atlanta office.

PROFESSIONAL AVIATION ASSOCIATES IS
ASA-100 ACCREDITED

Atlanta, Georgia, 3/12/02 -- -- Professional Aviation Associates announces today that it is fully accredited under the ASA-100 program. This program is outlined in the FAA's Advisory Circular 00-56 and is a "best practice" guideline for aviation distributors as they are not regulated under the current Federal Aviation Regulations.

"This is just another step to benefit our customers, even though the FAA does not mandate the accreditation. We will continue to go that extra step to assure our customers and strive to keep their business," said Tom Chastain, President of Professional Aviation Associates.

PAA distributes aircraft parts worldwide to FBO's, general aviation, and commuter airlines specializing in Beechcraft, Learjet and Falcon.

PAA's corporate office is in Atlanta, Georgia and employs over 45 staff members. PAA has four regional offices and two international representatives, assisted by the support staff in the Atlanta office.