OPA-LOCKA, Fla., March 21, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Turbopower, a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service provider for gas turbine engines, auxiliary power units and component parts, announced today the appointment of Scott Starrett as its Executive Chairman and Vice Admiral (Retired) Dean Peters as its newest Board Member.
"We are excited to deepen our relationship with Scott and welcome VADM Peters to the Turbopower Board," said Cliff Orr, Partner with Battle Investment Group. "Scott has been an integral member of our Board, and his leadership and guidance have been tremendously valuable to Turbopower. Scott brings an extensive track record of leading and growing aerospace companies, and his increased involvement will further Turbopower's progress as we work to add new customers and capabilities both organically and through acquisition. In addition to Scott's new role, we are excited to have VADM Peters join the Board. VADM Peters' breadth of leadership experience across U.S. Navy aviation MRO and program management will serve to ensure Turbopower's continued delivery of excellent services for its military customers. Together, Scott and VADM Peters will prove important resources for Turbopower President Vladan Miskovic and the rest of the team. I am excited to build upon the momentum we have established in driving the Turbopower platform's expansion and success."
Prior to Starrett's involvement with Turbopower and Battle Investment Group, he served as President of StandardAero's Military and Energy business unit, where he successfully quadrupled revenue between 2016 and 2020. Prior to StandardAero, Starrett served as President of Sikorsky Aircraft's Military Systems business unit, which included key product lines such as the Blackhawk, Naval Hawk and Presidential Helicopter platforms. Starrett began his career at Honeywell, where he held numerous executive-level positions across its aerospace and space portfolio.
VADM Peters recently retired from active duty in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Naval Aviator and Major Program Manager. He completed his service as Commander of the Naval Air Systems Command.
About Turbopower
Turbopower is a provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services for gas turbine engines, auxiliary power units and component parts to military and commercial customers worldwide. Turbopower specializes in servicing turboprop engine platforms, including the Rolls-Royce T56 and Pratt & Whitney PT6. The Company holds numerous quality and customer certifications, including FAA Part 145 repair station, Rolls-Royce Authorized Maintenance Center, and ISO9001 and AS9110. Turbopower operates out of a state-of-the-art 100,000-square-foot facility with on-site engine test cells based in Opa-Locka, Florida. Turbopower was founded in 1974 and acquired by Battle Investment Group in June 2021. To find out more, visit www.turbopowerllc.com.
About Battle Investment Group
Battle Investment Group is an Atlanta, Georgia-based, private investment firm that seeks to support the long-term expansion and success of enterprises and management teams operating in the North American defense, government, aerospace, telecommunications and industrial marketplaces. The firm currently manages committed investment funds and employs an operating model that allows for long-term focus and commitment to its core operating principles. Visit www.battleinvestmentgroup.com.
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