Interview with Thomas Bulirsch at MRO Europe 2024.

13.01.2025 14:35

Thomas Bulirsch on Growth, Milestones, and the Future of aviationscouts

During MRO Europe 2024, Aviation Business News sat down with Thomas Bulirsch, Founder & CEO of aviationscouts GmbH, to reflect on the company’s 25-year journey — from a surplus seat startup to a global aviation interiors and MRO partner.

In the interview, Thomas shares insights into:

  • The company’s evolution and mindset over two and a half decades

  • The strategic merger with Aerotec Europe Group

  • Future plans with AES – Airplane-Equipment & Services GmbH

  • The importance of culture, partnerships, and customer-centric innovation

From Surplus Seat Reseller to Aviation Group Player

Founded in 1998, aviationscouts has grown steadily into a market leader in surplus aircraft interiors. Over the years, the company:

  • Launched the aviationgate.com marketplace

  • Certified and sold over 30,000 passenger seats

  • Built a global network of MRO and leasing partners

 

With the 2024 integration into Aerotec Europe Holding GmbH, aviationscouts now operates as part of a larger aviation ecosystem — enabling end-to-end cabin solutions from repair to resale.

 


A Few Highlights from the Interview

“It’s all about building trust and flexibility — in our team and in our customer relationships.”

“The merger allows us to do more than ever: from sourcing and repair to resale and sustainability.”

 

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