REFLECTOR: Velocity Sale
Chuck Harbert
c.harbert at comcast.net
Sat Feb 25 11:48:40 CST 2006
Looks like it's a done deal. They also own Rotoway Helicopter (which is
employee owned-ESOP).
>From their website http://www.velocityaerospace.com/
LAS VEGAS , NV , Feb. 8, 2006 -- Velocity Aerospace, Inc. (VLYA.PK) is very
excited about current developments with Velocity Aircraft, Inc. The
acquisition of Velocity Inc. by Velocity Aerospace is imminent, with both
parties diligently working to complete the transactions in February.
Velocity Inc. has been selling the futuristic and world-renown Velocity
airplane for over twenty years. The Velocity XL has many years of proven
aircraft performance, reliability and safety. The company has sold over 600
aircraft kits, making it one of the largest manufacturers in the aviation
industry.
Andrew Edlefsen, CEO of Velocity Aerospace, Inc., commented, "With demand
for high-performance, single-engine aircraft increasing worldwide, we
believe this to be an excellent time to join with Velocity to make the
exciting Velocity airplanes better known throughout the world. Velocity's
sterling reputation and extensive experience make this an important
acquisition for our company."
About Velocity, Inc.:
Velocity, Inc. was formed in 1984. The company developed the innovative
Velocity aircraft, a kit airplane that uses the canard design for improved
performance, reduced risk of stalling, and other advantages over traditional
single-engine aircraft. The company has developed a model with retractable
gear and a five-seat model.
Velocity Aerospace, Inc. (VLYA)
Velocity Aerospace is in the business of identifying, developing, and
marketing global business and business opportunities with emphasis on
aviation projects utilizing their proprietary management techniques.
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