1948

Founded at PDX

Silas King and Charlie Miller lease a key site at Portland International Airport, opening one of Oregon’s first full-service FBOs with tie-downs, hangar space, fuel, aircraft sales, and maintenance.

1949–1960s

Beechcraft Partnership

Signs distributorship agreement with Beechcraft. Builds a strong reputation selling, operating, and servicing Beech 18s, Bonanzas, Barons, and King Airs. Adds aircraft management and charter services.

1972–1989

Growth and Challenges

Ownership changes hands twice, expanding operations across Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Idaho. After Beechcraft ends its distributor network, Flightcraft refocuses on brokered aircraft sales, international parts sales, charter, and fuel. Gains FAA Repair Station certification in 1986.

1989–2002

The Pape’ Group Era

Acquired by The Pape’ Group, which invests in new facilities, equipment, and management. Becomes an Authorized Service Center for Cessna Citation and, in 2002, opens a 71,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art maintenance hangar consolidating all operations under one roof.

2005–2010

Hawker Beechcraft Partnership

After Citation ASC renewals end, Flightcraft partners with Hawker Beechcraft, enhancing maintenance and parts support for Hawker and King Air customers.

2011–2014

Atlantic Aviation Acquisition

Atlantic Aviation acquires Flightcraft to strengthen its FBO presence at PDX. New leadership focuses on MRO growth while maintaining strong manufacturer relationships as Textron Aviation acquires both Beechcraft and Citation.

2011–Present

Expanding Capabilities

Performs maintenance on aircraft ranging from Cirrus to Global Express. Builds a 24/7 AOG Rapid Response team with up to 10 vans, establishes satellite bases in Lincoln, Eugene, and Seattle, and secures contracts with major fleet operators.