ABOUT US

Aero Resources, Inc. (ARI) is located in Houston, Texas. The company was formed in January, 1982, as part of a bid proposal for a fixed base operation at Ellington Field in Houston, Texas when the airport was first taken over by the city. When the bid proposal was not successful, ARI began developing modifications for early model Mooney aircraft. In May, 1989, ARI obtained FAA approval of its first modification, a nose cowl STC for a 1963 Mooney M20C airplane. This nose cowl modification was designed as a cost effective improvement to the appearance and performance of the early model Mooneys built prior to the Mooney 201 (M20J) model. Since 1989, ARI has obtained nose cowl STC's for all Pre-M20J Mooney models from model year 1958 through model year 1978. In August, 1993, ARI obtained FAA/PMA approval to manufacture the parts for the above nose cowl modifications.

In March, 1996, ARI obtained an STC to install a skin-mounted landing light lens cover on early model Mooneys. This modification installs the landing light lens cover between the aircraft skin and the landing light housing. ARI also has FAA/PMA approval to manufacture this modification. In September, 2002, ARI expanded its product line for Mooney aircraft and other aircraft makes and models to include Medeco security locks, interior plastic parts, and windshields and windows. In December, 2003, ARI began marketing modification kits from other manufacturers.

ARI Mission

Our mission is to become a one-stop marketing and investigative resource for cost effective aircraft modifications, replacement parts, and accessories that assist owners and operators of older aircraft in: (1) improving aircraft performance, (2) improving aircraft safety, (3) improving aircraft operating efficiency, (4) improving aircraft security, and (5) improving aircraft appearance and comfort.

ARI Historical Milestones

• January, 1982 - Aero Resources, Incorporated was established in Houston, Texas.
• May, 1989 - Obtained nose cowl STC for 1963 Mooney M20C.
• July, 1992 - Obtained STC to install the standard M20J propeller spinners on M20A through M20G Mooneys.
• August, 1993 - Obtained FAA/PMA to manufacture the parts for the Mooney nose cowl modifications.
• October, 1993 - Revised the nose cowl STC to include the 1958 to 1965 Mooney M20A, B, C, D, and E models.
• September, 1994 - Revised nose cowl STC to add 1966 to 1978 M20C & G and 1966 to 1976 M20E & F models.
• February, 1996 - Revised the nose cowl STC to make vented baffles available for all eligible Mooney models.
• March, 1996 - Obtained STC for the skin-mounted landing light lens cover for M20A through M20G Mooneys.
• September, 1997 - Revised M20J spinner STC to add Hartzell A-2295-1 and McCauley D-6504 3-blade spinners.
• May, 2001 - Revised FAA/PMA to include manufacture of landing light lens covers and spinner shims.
• February, 2002 - Revised M20J spinner STC to add Hartzell A-2295-4 3-blade spinner and A-2295-5 2-blade spinner.
• September, 2002 - Expanded product line to include Medeco Locks, interior plastic parts, and other accessories.
• December, 2003 - Began marketing modification kits from other manufacturers.

ARI STC's Currently Under Development

1. Flush Mooney 201 (M20J) Cabin Door Handle for Pre-201 Mooneys
2. Flush Mooney 201 (M20J) Baggage Door Handle with Interior Exit Handle for Pre-201 Mooneys
3. Relocate Engine Induction Air and Oil Cooler to Inside of Cowling as Add-on to Existing ARI Nose Cowl Mod
4. Installation of Flush CamLoc Fasteners on Pre-1965 Mooney Cowls That Have Sheet Metal Screws
5. Installation of Flush Medeco High Security Locks on Mooney 201 Style Flush Cabin and Baggage Door Locks

How to Contact Aero Resources, Incorporated

Mailing Address:
Aero Resources, Inc.
Post Office Box 1833
Houston, Texas 77251-1833

Phone: 281/438-6511
Fax: 281/438-3964

E-Mail:
ewkimbro@ari201.com