VANTAGE MASTER MACHINE PRESENTED WITH ISO 9001 AND AS9100B APPROVALS

Edger Flores, Vantage Director of Quality, hosted a luncheon meeting at Vantage Master Machines in the National City Ca. plant with all employees to present information on the newly awarded ISO 9001 and AS9100B Certifications. The attached certificates were presented to plant representatives as a part of the event commemoration and to become a part of a plant wide publicity program to stress the importance of quality process contribution to the company's products. View Cert

PLANE PLASTICS OFFERS F-28 ENSTROM HELICOPTER INTERIOR COMPONENTS.

Vantage Plane Plastics is pleased to announce its new offering of interior components for Enstrom, F-28 Helicopters. All components are FAA/PMA approved. Please visit www.planeplastics.com for a complete description, with photographs, of our current offerings. We plan to continue to add additional Enstrom offerings in the near future and will post these to our website as they are approved and become available. We are proud to offer these components which have resulted from our Enstrom/Vantage joint efforts.

Digital Product Definition(DPD) is here.

Vantage Associates, Inc. continues to lead the way in the composites industry. In June, 2008, Vantage's Composite and Thermoforming Division in Gardena, California was awarded the much coveted Digital Product Definition approved by the Boeing Company. Though the reverse engineering of tools and products derived from digital data was not new to Vantage, obtaining official Boeing approval demonstrates that the conversion and/or translation of DPD digital data in an integral part of Vantage's progressive quality management style.

Vantage Associates Inc.

Vantage Associates Inc. has been an employee owned company since 2001 through its ESOP. In June 2008, Vantage was pleased to announce that the Vantage Master Machine employees, who have been employed by the company since the acquisition of Master Machine Corporation of San Diego in 2003, are now fully vested in the ESOP program. Vantage welcomes new participants to the plan each year and is proud to offer this retirement plan to its employees.

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR JARI ASKIN VISITS

On June 16, the company was honored to host Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor Jari Askin on her visit to the National City plant. The Governor was visiting the San Diego area in connection with Bio2008, one of the largest biotech conferences in the world.

The company had the opportunity of presenting its business status and future plans, especially the joint activities between the California plants and the Alva, Oklahoma, Plane Plastics unit. These activities are expected to realize our commitment to becoming an ever more significant provider of critically needed current and aftermarket components for General, Commercial and Military aviation.The Governor further honored the company with a subsequent visit to the Plane Plastics, Alva plant on June 20.

VANTAGE MMC RECEIVES AS 9100B REGISTRATION

Vantage Master Machine Company is now third party AS 9100B registered, pending official approval from AFAQ registering body. On May 12-14 the company was surveyed by AFAQ-EAQA-USA and found to have a mature and fully documented Quality Management System (QMS) that meets the requirements of international aerospace standards for quality. This approval positions the company to better serve a number of Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace system suppliers.

VANTAGE PLANE PLASTICS TO SUPPLY INTERIORS TO QUARTZ MOUNTAIN AIRCRAFT OF ALTUS, OK

Vantage Plane Plastics of Alva, Oklahoma was recently advised that they will be the supplier of interior components to all aircraft currently in production at Quartz Mountain Aircraft. Current orders provide for all aircraft to be produced through December 2008. VPP has been working with Quartz Mountain on development of the interior design for the past two years. The resulting design is an attractive and easily maintained interior and complements the overall appearance and performance of the aircraft. Early sales activities indicate the aircraft is enjoying excellent acceptance.

VANTAGE C&T COMPLETES 1000 UNIT BOEING ORDER FOR 747 WINDOW REVEALS

Boeings 747 window reveals have been in almost continuous production at Vantage Composites and Thermoforming Facility in Gardena California,for over 40 years. As the 747 fleet is undergoing substantial interior refurbishment activities there is a growing need for these units. The recent thousand unit order responded to an urgent Boeing quick reaction need. The company was delighted to be able to provide the required rapid response.

Vantage to provide rapid firing cannon canisters for Redesigned Stryker Vehicle

Meggitt Aerospace Systems Inc. has recently awarded a contract for 60 canisters for the rapid firing cannon for the Advanced Stryker Army Vehicle to Vantage in National City. The award is expected to be the first of several to support the production of the redesigned Stryker by General Dynamics, Land Systems Division. Production of advanced Stryker is expected to continue through 2009 with all vehicles expected to carry the rapid firing cannon.

Vantage Plane Plastics and Enstrom Helicopters to offer FAA-PMA approved interior plastics components

VANTAGE Plane Plastics of Alva, Ok and ENSTROM OF Menominee, MI, plan to offer FAA approved interior plastic components for the ENSTROM helicopter aftermarket. The FAA recently approved a broad range of components for a number of ENSTROM models. Parts will be available shortly and may be ordered at www.planeplastics.com or directly from ENSTROM at 906-863-1200. Plane expects to have a range of components immediately available to service centers and aircraft owners for interior refurbishment projects.

Vantage Plane Plastics at Sun-n-Fun

Vantage Plane Plastics is pleased to announce its attendance at the Sun-n-Fun Fly-In again this year. Chris Smith, Bruce Smith, Kasey Barnes, Jennifer Chaffin and Tim Bradley will be attending the fly-in located at Lakeland, FL from April 8-13. Sun-n-Fun will have a daily air show performance featuring some of the world's greatest aerobatic pilots, with one Night Air show on Friday April 11. The USAF Thunderbirds will perform on Saturday and Sunday April 12 and 13. There will also be over 400 educational forums and seminars with more than 500 commercial exhibitors. The V-22 Osprey will arrive on Friday April 11 and remain on display through Sunday April 13.

Vantage Plane Plastics is proud to have grown into the world's largest supplier of interior plastics for almost all general aviation aircraft. From Cessna to Piper and beyond, the Company stocks more than 3,200 FAA/PMA approved interior parts and provides the dedicated customer support an aircraft owner needs. At Sun-n-Fun, Vantage Plane Plastics looks forward to reaching and serving an increasing number of airplane owners and operators.

Vantage Financial Results

Vantage recently reported its financial results for 2007 and they were the strongest results in Company history. Revenues exceeded $13.7M, up from $10.8M in 2006, while net income more than doubled over 2006 results, to over $3.3M. All Vantage units contributed to the profitability of the Company, most notably the Composites and Master Machine units. The forecast for 2008 is for continued growth in revenue and profitability.

Cessna Cardinal Interior Refurbishment Project

Over the past several months Vantage Plane Plastics and associates have completed the interior refurbishment of a 1977 Cessna Cardinal. The refurbishment was performed at the Plane Plastics location at the Alva, OK. airport. In addition to restoring the aircrafts appearance, VPP's interest in the project was to upgrade the fit and appearance of the suite of plastic components that the company provides to form the complete interior. The Cardinal has had a long history of ill fitting interiors but when the project was completed the Cardinal owners had an excellent example of the possibilities available in upgrades.Further details of the project are available at www.aopa.org/sweeps/2007/articles/article033.html.

Vantage Receives Production award for Boeing 787 Torque Box Fittings

Vantage received a new Boeing 787 production award fom Goodrich Aerostructures of Chula Vista, California for Torque Box Fittings to be used on The Nacelles for the General Elecrtic Engine Assembly. Approximately 480 parts of 8 different part numbers are to be provided. This will support the first years production of all aircraft which utilize the GE Engine.

QUALITY AUDIT AND RE-REGISTRATION TO ISO 9000 COMPLETED

A thorough, four day, third party re-registration audit of the companies Gardena, California plant was recently completed. As a result, the company continues its registered status to ISO 9000; 2000 and AS9100b(International Aerospace Standards).

Vantage has maintained third party registration for over seven years to a time when full registration was rarely a customer requirement. Registration was an internal requirement as it assured proper adherence to quality standards and thus assured quality products and services for our customers.This pro-active management style has always been a hall mark of the company. Currently. the company is extending its third party registration to all segments of it operations in order to assure uniformly high quality in all aspects of its operations.

COMPANY REPORTS RECORD MAY SHIPMENTS

The Company recorded record shipments for the month of May. Strength was evenly distributed across all operating units.Work for Goodrich consisting of machined parts for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, as well as across the board strength in shipments of composite components was particularly strong.

The outlook for continued strength in demand for machined components was strongly enhanced by the award of the first of several anticipated orders for Dreamliner production parts. In addition,the US NAVY at North Island, San Diego, exercised the next years option on the existing long Term Agreement contract with the company for continued supply of F-18 and other aircraft components.

Strength at the Plane Plastics unit in Alva, Ok, was enhanced by the growth in activity in supply of components to General Aviation OEM's for new production as well as spares.

Vantage Awarded Contract In Excess of $1M For 787 Dreamliner Torque Box Fittings By Goodrich

Vantage received the first of several anticipated contract awards from the Goodrich Corporation of Chula Vista Ca.for production of a number of steel fittings to be incorporated in the Torque Box of the Nacelles for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The units, to be supplied later this year and throughout 2008, are for the first years aircraft production.

Roll out of the first 787 aircraft is scheduled for later this year with production expected to begin shortly thereafter.

Scott Brown VP General Manager of Vantage Plane Plastics, Elected to Alva, OK City Council

Mr. Scott Brown, Vice President and General Manager Of Vantage Plane Plastics has been elected to the City Council of Alva, OK. Previously Mr. Brown served as the President of the cities Board of Directors. The company is delighted to support Mr. Browns public service and joins the citizens of Alva in congratulating him on his success and looks forward to his contributions to the city government which has been a long time supporter of the company.

Scott was sworn in at the Alva City Hall on April 13 2007 before a gathering of City and Vantage attendees

Sun N Fun Just Around the Corner

Scott D. Brown - Vice President, Bryan Powers - Director of Sales and Marketing, and Tyson Tucker - Marketing Manager, will be hosting the Vantage Plane Plastics exhibit at the 33rd Annual Sun n Fun fly-in. Sun n Fun will take place on the Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in Lakeland, FL. The show will start on Tuesday, April 17 and conclude on Monday, April 23, 2007. This year marks the sixth consecutive year for Vantage Plane Plastics to exhibit at Sun n Fun. The Vantage Plane Plastics booth will be located in Hangar A, booths A52 and A53. Customers can enjoy a 10% discount and free shipping on parts ordered during the show.

See you in Sunny Florida!

Vantage Plane Plastics representatives traveling to Heli-Expo

Vantage Plane Plastics representatives, Vice President Scott D. Brown and Director of Product Development Jim Curtiss, will be attending Heli Expo in Orlando, FL. The Expo will be held at the Orange County Convention Center from Mar 1-3. Vantage Plane Plastics has targeted the Helicopter market as a source of future growth by providing quality interiors. The company is applying its expertise in developing and manufacturing General Aviation aircraft interiors to the growing needs of the Helicopter Industry.

The first "wheels up"flight of the new General Electric jet engine for the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner achieved

The first "wheels up"flight of the new General Electric jet engine to be installed on the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner was recently achieved. The attached photo shows the test aircraft,a Boeing 747 owned by General Electric, which recently flew from Edwards AFB, near Victorville,CA. The flight was achieved with three standard 747 engines and one new 787 engine mounted to the inboard pylon of the left wing.

The new engine is readily recognizable by its considerably larger dimension, as compared to the large standard 747 engine. Vantage participation in this project was as a major supplier to Goodrich Corporation, the designer and builder of the 787 engine nacelles. Vantage has provided and is providing a large number of nacelle components to Goodrich.

Vantage Receives Multi-Year Contract Award for B-52 Hangar Beams

The Master Machine unit of Vantage Associates received a multi-year contract award from the Defense Logistics Agency of Richmond VA. to provide Hangar Beams for the B-52 aircraft. The initial award was in amount of $366,700 for the first of up to 5 years of anticipated contract duration.

Hangar Beams are machined, major steel structural supports for the engine assemblies that are fixed to he underside of the aircraft wing. This award increases the number of units that Vantage has previously provided for this application. It is anticipated that eventually all Hangar Beams in the existing B-52 aircraft inventory will be replaced in order to economically increase the aircraft's service life.

COMPANY RECEIVES CONTRACT AWARD FOR SHIPBOARD RADOMES

Vantage Composites and Thermoforming operating unit in Gardena California, received a contract award to produce and deliver 14 additional mast mounted radomes for installation on a board range of U.S. Naval vessels. The award, for in excess of $250,000 was made by Trivec Inc. of Orange County, CA. The prime contractor for the production and shipboard installation of the electronic system. Ultimately, every major Naval vessel will utilize two system. To date, Vantage has delivered in excess of 84 radome units, orders for additional units are anticipated before year end.

The radome units enclose major electronic components in their approximately six foor diameter and ten foot high interior envelope.

VANTAGE RECEIVES GOODRICH AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

Vantage was one of only two suppliers to the GOODRICH AEROSTRUCTURES GROUP of Chula Vista, CA to be presented with an Award of Excellence. The award was made in recognition and appreciation for outstanding performance and support of Goodrich's 787 engine development program.

The GOODRICH program is directed towards providing key propulsion systems to the BOEING DREAMLINER. First flight of the aircraft is scheduled for next year with a rapid escalation of aircraft deliveries thereafter. Goodrich has become a major customer of the companies Master Machine unit in National City, CA to whom the company has delivered numerous precision machined components and assemblies for incorporation into the dreamliner propulsion system.

VANTAGE EXECUTIVES GUEST ON KCEO's "INSIDE BUSINESS"

Lou Alpinieri, Chairman and Paul Roy, President were guests of Bob Ryan, Host of "Inside Business", San Diego's talk Radio Show. Inside Business is a mid-week morning radio show that regularly hosts San Diego business leaders.

Lou and Paul had the opportunity to present a rundown of the company's activities and businesses. They highlighted the growth the company is experiencing in providing ever larger numbers of replacement components for aging Commercial, Military and General aviation aircraft.

This activity, in addition to long active supply to new development programs, has contributed to Vantage recently being named as one of the 100 Fastest Growing San Diego Businesses by THE SAN DIEGO BUSINESS JOURNAL.

The current business outlook is for continuing growth at the National City(San Diego),Gardena(Los Angeles) and Alva(Oklahoma) manufacturing plants.

AOPA Expo in Palm Springs

Vantage Plane Plastics will be returning once again to sunny Palm Springs, CA, for the AOPA Expo Convention. The Expo begins on November 9 and ends on the 11th. Vantage Plane Plastics will be in booth 1312 and welcomes customers to check out our latest and greatest products.

The 2nd Annual Oklahoma Festival of Flight Was A Grand Success!

The event, sponsored in part by Vantage Associates, was held at the Alva Regional Airport on September 30 and October 1, 2006. Attendance exceeded 200 aircraft and 5,000 spectators, almost tripling last years total. Participating aircraft included new, vintage, warbirds, and many general aviation aircraft. Many positive comments have been received about the free fly-in and Airshow. Expectations are very high to grow the event from year to year and become a national level highlight on the General Aviation Calendar. Participants are already marking their calendars for next years exciting show. Please check www.okflightfest.org for pictures of this year’s event.

AccurPress 60 Ton Press Brake

Vantage, today announced the acquition of a new AccurPress 60 Ton Press Brake. The six foot Press Brake, shown below, includes a CNC Controlled 5 axis backgauge.


The unit addresses the growing need for precision forming of a wide variety of sheet metal materials and thicknesses required to produce replacement parts for the aging fleets of Commercial, Military and General Aviation Aircraft.

The CNC memory capability stores a large quantity of job program data and tooling information resulting in reduced set-up cost and time and greater part productivity. Programming, Tooling and Material librarys can be accessed on and off line.

The machine is a vital extension of the companies part productivity and capabilities.

Accessory Catalog / EAA AIRVENTURE

Vantage Plane Plastics introduced the new Accessories Catalog at the recently concluded EAA Airventure 2006 in Oshkosh, WI. The Accessories Catalog is a first of its kind for VPP. It gives customers our complete accessory line available in paper catalog; including photographs, part number and prices. Request your free copy today by calling toll free at (866)307-5263 or by emailing info@planeplastics.com.

The 2006 EAA Airventure was our most successful show to date. It was the 6th consecutive year we have exhibited at EAA. We appreciate all the customers who stopped by our booth and look forward to participating in Airventure 2007.

Cherokee Fly-In

Vantage Plane Plastics would like to thank all those who visited with us at the Cherokee Pilots Association National Fly-in in Osage Beach, Missouri this past June. With out booth and presence we were able to display our full range of parts and accessories for the Piper Cherokee Aircraft. For more info on the parts and accessories available please visit us at www.planeplastics.com

PLANE PLASTICS INTRODUCES COORDINATING COLOR COATINGS FOR AIRCRAFT INTERIOR SURFACES

Vantage Plane Plastics is proud to announce the addition of SEM Aerospace Products to our catalog line. Since 1948 SEM Products, Inc. has been delivering quality repair and refinishing products to the automotive and aviation industries. VPP is now offering 7 color choices of the SEM Color Coat Aerosol as well as the SEM Prep Products for your coating needs. The SEM Color Coat Aerosol may be applied to Plastic, Vinyl, Carpet and Velour.

Use of our coordinating color coatings on soft surfaces, together with upgrading the interior with new plastics components, can result in dramatic improvement of the interior cosmetics of any aircraft.

For more information check out the SEM Products section at www.planeplastics.com or feel free to contact a Customer Service Representative toll free at 1-866-30PLANE (1-866-307-5263).

Vantage Reports First Quarter Financial Results

Vantage reported Financial Results for the first quarter of 2006.  Reported revenue of $2.682M was a decrease of 2.4% over last year's comparable period and reported net income of $275.1K was a 26.2% decrease over last years comparable period.

New business activity was above the year ago period as the market for replacement parts for aging Military, Commercial, and General Aviation Aircraft showed substantial vigor.

The Company's business outlook is positive for continuing improvement in business volume and performance for the remainder of the year.

Vantage Acquires DAEWOO PUMA 400B Turning Center

The Master Machine Unit of Vantage Associates Inc. announced the installation of a new PUMA 400B large capacity turning center.  this capability enhancement was acquired to meet the continuing need for precision machining of medium deameter light-weight rings, produced in quantity from high strenght materials.

The PUMA 400B has a maximum turning Diameter of 24" and a maximum turning length of 41.100".  With the installed 50 H.P spindle, the center can process most exotic materials.

The machine is a valuable addition to the CNC Department, and addresses the need for numerous light-weight rings as replacement parts for aging, high performance, Military and Commercial Aircraft.

Vantage Produces First Molded Replacement Hoods for Humvee

Vantage Associates Inc. announced the first successful molding of replacement fiberglass interior engine covers (HOODS) for Military HUMVEE vehicles.  Supply of replacement hoods has become increasingly critical as a result of the substantially increased vehicle utilization in hostile and sand environments.

Vantage has received a number of Defense Logistics Contract Awards for these replacement units.  The Company has invested in the development and manufacture of production molds for producing the basic hood structure.  In addition, sources have been developed for a number of critical components.

The hood project has been conducted by a number of the Company's operating units:

1. Machining of the almost three ton mold was conducted at the Master Machine unit.
2. Molding and assembly operations are conducted at the Composite and Thermoforming units in National City and Gardena, CA

The Company expects to produce in excess of 5,000 hoods this year, in order to re-quip a significant portion of the Military's HUMVEE.

Vantage Associates Inc. Reports Year End 2005 Financial Results

The Company reported year-end results for 2005 which showed a revenue increase of approximately 10% to $9.835M yielding a substantial improvement in net income to $1.051M.   The positive results were made possible by continued strength at all operating units.

The result reflects the ever expanding need for replacement parts of the aging inventory of Military, Commercial, and General Aviation Aircraft, which the Company is well positioned to serve.

The outlook for 2006 is extremely positive as the Company anticipates continuing part replacement needs and opportunities for broader participation in critical component replacements.

Vantage Wins Navy Contract

Vantage Associates of National City said it received a Navy contract that could be worth as much as $11.6 million over the next five years. The contract awarded by the Navy's Fleet and Industrial Supply Center requires Vantage to supply sheet metal and machined parts for a variety of aircraft at San Diego's Naval Air Station, North Island, and similar depots in Jacksonville, FL and Cherry Point, NC, and elsewhere. The contract provides $2.4 million in the first year, with four one-year options to extend the contract.

Vantage Associates Inc. Reports Financial Results

The company reported financial results for the stub year six month period ending December 31, 2004 that showed a modest increase in revenue and earnings. Revenues totaled $4.829M and net income totaled $172.4K. The outlook for the coming year is very positive.

Vantage recently received notice from the IRS that its application to be taxed as an S-Corporation has been approved and is effective with the newly established Fiscal Year beginning January 1, 2005.

Vantage Plane Plastics Fully Operational at New Location

Since the historical Groundbreaking Ceremony held on November 19, 2003, construction has been progressing for our dream of a new facility. We are very proud to announce that dream has now become a reality! On Monday, February 21, 2005 Vantage Plane Plastics became fully operational at our new location on the Alva Regional Airport (AVK).

Located toward the south end of Alva Regional Airport (AVK), the new facility houses all the Vantage Plane Plastics operations. At 22,000 square feet, it will allow for more efficient manufacturing processes and customer service.

Flying into Alva Regional Airport (AVK) will be an enjoyment for all pilots. A tour of the new facility will give the opportunity to experience the Vantage Plane Plastics first class customer service in person. The Alva, OK area also offers unique and diverse tourist attractions.

The future holds great promise for Vantage Plane Plastics and its customers. We hope to see you at the Sun ‘n Fun in Lakeland, FL. The trade show runs April 12th through 18th. Vantage Plane Plastics representatives will be located in Hangar A, Booths A-052, A-053 and A-054 to assist you with all your requests.

Vantage Master Machine Successful Bidder for New Project

Vantage Master Machine Company was recently awarded a series of contracts by the Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency to provide 350 hanger beams for the B-52 aircraft. Hanger beams are complex hardened steel structural supports that are being replaced in all active aircraft.

Master Machine Corporation was acquired by Vantage Associates, Inc. in May 2003 and is located in National City, California. Vantage Master Machine Company specializes in the precision machining and fabrication of sophisticated metal components and assemblies. With more than 30,000 square feet of manufacturing facility, Vantage Master Machine is capable of managing the most challenging military, commercial requirements. The company’s capabilities include medium to large multi-axis CNC machining and conventional profiling, complex turning, sheet metal fabrication and welding. Quality and precision in a timely and cost effective manner is a major goal of our business. Vantage Master Machine is dedicated to customer service and outstanding quality. The company is currently expanding and upgrading its National City facility.

For more information about Vantage Master Machine Company contact us at (619) 477-6940 or email us at info@vantagemmc.com

Vantage Plane Plastics Announces Moving Plans

Vantage Plane Plastics employees have started the anticipated moving plans which have been broken down into stages to meet our deadline for mid January 2005. It has been a very exhausting wait and January will prove to be an exciting month for all who have been involved with making this dream a reality.

The Vantage Plane Plastics facility, made possible by revenue bonds issued by a city authority, is located toward the South end of the Alva Regional Airport and houses all of the current operations of Vantage Plane Plastics. Mr. Brown states “the new facility has been built with expansion in mind and houses state of the art operations.” The new twenty-two thousand square foot facility gives the company nearly ten thousand square feet of additional space and places it on an airport.

Vantage Plane Plastics intends to equip the new facility with several new items in addition to the existing processes. Perhaps one of the more exciting introductions will be the upholstery shop. The upholstery shop will include carpeting, seat coverings, and upholstered panel assemblies. Future expansion plans have already accounted for the addition of three hanger bays for replacement interior installations.

Vantage Plane Plastics has taken customer service in this industry to a new level and being able to provide more and more services is a key part of that service. Monthly specials for our expanding accessories line is just one of many services provided to our customers.

For January 2005, we have two accessories on special for Cessna and Piper aircrafts. Louvers are made of chrome and are for Piper Aircraft Models PA28, PA32, and PA34. The louver and bezel are sold as a set for customer convenience. Louvers will continue to be on sale thru the end of January.

Comfort is the key with the Ventubes™. Ventubes will give you and your passenger’s greater comfort by controlling the air flow and reducing the vent noise in your Cessna cabin. Ventubes™ work simply and reliably to control air direction and flow. It is designed to replace your Cessna's original pull-out vent tube. Ventubes™ will be on sale thru the end of January.

For the latest on projects, new accessories, modules and much more continue checking out the press releases. We’d like to thank all of our customers for their loyal patronage during 2004. Vantage Plane Plastics will continue to provide customers the excellent customer service as well as the satisfaction guaranteed products during 2005.

Strong First Quarter Results

New business awards and revenues for the first quarter ending September 30 were strong at all business units. Total revenue and bookings were approximately $2.5 million for the quarter. New business benefited from continued improvement at the machine shop as revenues were approximately double previous year quarterly results. Military sales were very strong at both California units.

Progress continued in construction of the new Alva facility with occupancy scheduled for late second quarter. The facility is expected to add substantial manufacturing capacity.

VPP Presents Express Lookup & LP Qwik Finder

Vantage Plane Plastics is proud to announce two of the most advanced part lookup modules in the aviation industry today, Express Lookup and LP Qwik Finder. Both modules are built to help customers find the exact parts for their aircraft quickly and easily, and are now exclusively available at www.planeplastics.com.

Express Lookup revolutionizes the ordering process for interior plastic and accessories by doing all the lookup work for you. The customer only needs to select their make, model and serial number, and Express Lookup locates all the interior plastic we manufacture for the specific aircraft, per t he manufacturer’s parts manual. It also will give the customer the ability to select any of the accessories for the aircraft that we carry, along with the corresponding windows and windshields. A customer can order all of his plastic, accessories, windows and windshields in approximately five minutes! With Express Lookup it no longer takes hours to find the correct parts.

LP Qwik Finder is a highly advanced, revolutionary tool that aids in finding most of your LP Aero Products quickly and easily. LP Qwik Finder is the only module in aviation that lets our customers select their make, model, and serial number, and return only the options for that serial number range and the ability to select your tint. No more flipping through a catalog trying to find the correct windows and windshields and then trying to find the price!

Vantage Plane Plastics, a division of Vantage Associates, Inc., centrally located in Alva, Oklahoma, is the world’s largest supplier of FAA approved interior plastics for general aviation aircraft. With over 3000 FAA/PMA approved parts; Vantage Plane Plastics manufactures and stocks interior parts for most general aviation aircraft ranging from Cessna Single Engine planes to Hughes helicopters.

Vantage Plane Plastics strives to better serve the aviation community. To better serve you, the customer, we use the latest technology to provide immediate, accurate, and expert results. Our excellent live customer support team will take care of all your needs. If you’d like more information, or have any questions about Vantage Plane Plastics, give us a call at 580-327-1565 or visit us online at www.planeplastics.com.

Vantage Plane Plastics Groundbreaking Ceremony a Huge Success

On November 19, 2003, Vantage Plane Plastics was the honored guest for a ground breaking ceremony conducted at the Alva Regional Airport (AVK) in Alva, Oklahoma. The event, hosted by the county economic development board, area chamber of commerce, and the airport board, was a true banner waving for this growing company and community. Several state and local dignitaries were present to participate in the ground breaking and provided words of support and encouragement to the company and its leadership.

Newly appointed Division Vice President, Scott D. Brown, addressed those in attendance with heartfelt gratitude and visions of growth. Among the items discussed was the announcement of an agreement with Luscombe Aircraft Company to become their production manufacturer of interiors, an agreement which has been in the works for several months. Mr. Brown stated his enthusiasm about this Luscombe aircraft and encouraged those in attendance to go out on the apron and view the two 11E Luscombe aircraft brought to the field for this event. Next he announced to all in attendance that an agreement which is being worked out with Mooney Aircraft Company had been just that morning authorized for release by Todd Bates, Senior Manager of the Mooney Factory Maintenance Center. Under the agreement, Vantage Plane Plastics would become the only factory authorized manufacturer of interior and exterior Mooney replacement parts. Though still in its early stages, Mr. Brown stated there is a drive to complete the arrangement as early as the New Year. "These agreements mean we are entering a new arena in general aviation and they set the footprint for exciting growth," Mr. Brown said.

The new building, made possible by revenue bonds issued by a city authority, will be located toward the South end of the Alva Regional Airport and will house all of the current operations of Vantage Plane Plastics. Mr. Brown states "the new facility is being built with expansion in mind and will house a state of the art operation." The new twenty-two thousand square foot facility gives the company nearly ten thousand square feet of additional space and places it on an airport. Vantage Plane Plastics intends to equip the new facility with several new items in addition to the existing processes. Perhaps one of the more exciting introductions will be the upholstery shop. The upholstery shop will include carpeting, seat coverings, and upholstered panel assemblies. Future expansion plans have already accounted for the addition of three hanger bays for replacement interior installations. Vantage Plane Plastics has taken customer service in this industry to a new level and being able to provide more and more services is a key part of that service.

To answer the question of why Vantage Plane Plastics has chosen to expand here in Alva, OK, Mr. Brown offered the following:
"Providing superior quality and service are natural parts of rural Oklahoma, and our work force is proud to participate in this industry. Enhancing the processes and equipment with the ideas generated by our work force has added efficiencies which out perform similar manufacturers in larger cities. The refining of our customer service media has been a corner stone in our expansion. With presence of our fully shoppable web site and CD catalog we have advanced our customer access and knowledge significantly. It is our constant updating and expansion of these media that provide confidence in where we are going. Scheduled to release at Sun-N-Fun is a module which allows customers to shop the entire catalog by serial number rather than having to explore each page. The service team we have assembled is committed to customer care and they take pride in their expertise with our products. Perhaps the most critical contributor to this expansion is having a corporate leadership team that is fully supportive of our direction and vision and who had the foresight to purchase this business with growth in mind."

Clearly, this young and aspiring business is making its mark on general aviation and the ground breaking ceremony is one of many mile stones it will achieve. Readers who want to learn more about Vantage Plane Plastics and its parent company can visit the corporate web site, which links to each of its companies, at www.vantageassociatesinc.com.

Vantage Plane Plastics Negotiating with Luscombe Aircraft Corporation

Last month Scott D. Brown, General Manager, and Dale Logsdon, Quality Control Manager, of Vantage Plane Plastics spent the day touring and in meetings with Luscombe Aircraft Corporation in Altus, OK. Mr. Brown said things went quite well and the Vantage Plane Plastics team is excited about this type certificated aircraft. Vantage Plane Plastics brings to the table an opportunity for developing a sophisticated interior for a very reasonable cost. Brown states “our business is the interior business and we have committed ourselves to providing the best service in the industry. Our design capabilities and manufacturing processes’ make us the ideal candidate for any company seeking interior fabrication. Additionally, combining our corporate capabilities and processes, makes us a driving force in the interior fabrication business.” One other exciting aspect, according to Brown, is that this is an opportunity for Oklahoma business’s to trade in Oklahoma. “ Certainly our central location, in Alva, Oklahoma, provides favorable conditions for all of aviation.”

Luscombe has built an aircraft that has room for its passengers to sit comfortably, not in one another’s lap. A cabin width of 45.5 in. and height of 51.3 in. make the 11E the roomiest cabin in its class. Vantage Plane Plastics looks at this feature as “an opportunity to showcase an interior that is not only functional but also aesthetically appealing.” Many of the interiors in the market today seem to be an after thought and Luscombe has taken a proactive position by entering these negotiations with Vantage Plane Plastics.

As for the airplane, “I had recently completed the course work for private pilot ground school and flying in the Luscombe 11E, put to ease many of my anxieties” Brown said. He continued on saying that he “hopes to begin flight school in the near future and would be happy to have a plane such as the 11E to certify in. The stall conditions and slow speed flight characteristics of this plane are sure to be appealing to the expert pilot as well as the novice.” In fact, the FAA reported in part; “in spite of exhaustive attempts, it has not been possible to cause the airplane to enter a spin condition.” Logsdon, an expert pilot, was given an opportunity to take the pilot seat and was impressed with the overall flight characteristics and reported the plane to be easy to handle.

Keep your eyes out for continued updates on this very exciting business relationship. Those aviators attending Airventure this year should make it a point to visit Vantage Plane Plastics and Luscombe Aircraft Corporation.