When an aircraft reaches the end of its operational life, the teardown process is where the final chapter of asset value is written.
Avocet has completed hundreds of teardown projects across a wide range of narrow-body and wide-body aircraft types, and we understand that every component removed, documented, and returned to the market represents real dollars recovered for our clients. Our approach is methodical, thorough, and built around maximizing the yield of every asset that comes through our facility, with industry-leading removal tags and traceability documentation that give downstream buyers the confidence to put parts back into service.
We invest in the best aircraft tooling, equipment, and technical data to ensure that teardowns are performed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements. Our dedicated disassembly facility at Sanford and additional ramp capacity at both locations allow us to run multiple teardown programs simultaneously. Whether you are a lessor winding down a portfolio, an asset manager monetizing parted-out inventory, a parts trader building stock, or a company retiring fleet assets, Avocet delivers a turnkey teardown solution, from first bolt removed to final inventory delivered. That you can count on.
Controlled, step-by-step removal of engines, landing gear, flight controls, avionics, hydraulic components, pneumatic systems, and all serviceable parts
Each removed component is visually inspected and assessed for serviceability, damage, corrosion, and remaining life
Every part is accurately tagged with an Avocet removal serviceable tag, one of the most thorough in the industry, including part number, serial number, aircraft data, removal date, and back-to-birth trace where available
Components are cleaned, preserved, and packaged to industry standards to protect against damage and corrosion during storage and shipping
Clients receive a comprehensive, digitally formatted inventory of all removed parts, including work order numbers, aircraft data, and detailed component information, delivered in the file format of their choice for seamless integration into asset management systems
Powerplants are preserved for storage or prepared and documented for delivery to an overhaul facility
Main and nose gear assemblies removed with full trace documentation for overhaul or resale
On-site storage available for removed components pending sale or redistribution
Responsible disposal of non-serviceable materials, fluids, and airframe structures in accordance with all applicable environmental regulations
Partner with Avocet for efficient, fully documented teardown programs designed to recover maximum value from end-of-life aircraft.
