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Reliance Aircraft International
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About Reliance

About Us

Founded in 2011, Reliance Aircraft International (RAI) has grown into a leading aftermarket parts supplier and distributor, supporting both commercial and military operators and brokers worldwide.

We pride ourselves on building long lasting relationships through trust and confidence with existing and future customers for years to come.

Founded in Austin, TX
2011
Parts in stock
25,000+
Sq ft facility in Austin
45,000
Years of combined experience
50+

Our Mission

To provide reliable solutions and remain accessible and responsive to every client we serve.

Our Team

Our integrated team of aviation experts works cohesively to deliver on every order.

The Reliance Aircraft team at the Austin headquarters
  • Leadership

    Strong leadership with over 50 years of combined aviation experience.

  • Sales

    Sales professionals who work directly with customers to exceed their goals.

  • Quality Assurance

    Certified QA specialists who ensure compliance and part integrity.

  • Repair Administration

    Repair admins that coordinate and manage all repair requirements.

Leadership

Meet our founders.

Terry Hix, President & Co-Founder of Reliance Aircraft International

Terry Hix

President & Co-Founder

With 30+ years of commercial aviation parts aftermarket experience, Terry has been involved in the purchase, disassembly, and parts sales of over 100 aircraft. Specializing in both Boeing and Airbus parts, his expansive breadth of industry knowledge covers all aspects of aircraft parts sales - pre-purchase inspections, negotiations, disassembly, and maximizing returns.

Prior to founding Reliance Aircraft International, Terry was the Sr. Vice President of Commercial Sales for 18 years at an aircraft parts company in Texas.

Andrew Cohen, Managing Director & Co-Founder of Reliance Aircraft International

Andrew Cohen

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Andrew brings decades of experience in business and aviation law to the Reliance Aircraft executive team. During his 11 years as COO and General Counsel for an aircraft parts company in Texas, he wore many hats, overseeing the financing, accounting, quality assurance, sales, shipping/receiving, and legal departments.

Before this, he received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law and worked as a sole practitioner in Florida, specializing in Aviation Law and General Corporate matters.

Our Story

Growing our capabilities, coast to coast.

  1. 2011

    Reliance Aircraft International

    Reliance Aircraft International

    Terry Hix and Andrew Cohen found Reliance Aircraft International in Austin, TX.

  2. 2020

    Nav-Com Services

    Nav-Com Services

    Reliance Aircraft International acquired Nav-Com Services in 2020 and relocated the company to its headquarters in Austin, TX.

  3. 2022

    Suncoast Landing Systems

    Suncoast Landing Systems

    In 2022, RAI acquired Suncoast Landing Systems, a FAA/EASA certified Boeing landing gear MRO operating out of its headquarters in Miami, FL.

Austin, TX

Headquarters

Miami, FL

Suncoast Landing Systems

Nationwide Operations. Global Reach.

Trusted from coast to coast and miles above sea level, Reliance Aircraft delivers advanced repair services, quality aftermarket parts, and proven expertise to leading aviation companies across the globe.

  • Reliance Aircraft International
  • Suncoast Landing Systems
  • Nav-Com Services

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