WOOD DALE, IL, Feb 27, 2026 – AAR CORP. has signed an agreement with Otto Instrument Service to sell and support the LASEREF IV inertial reference system in the business aviation market. The agreement adds the navigation system to AAR’s OEM distribution portfolio. Under the agreement, AAR will handle sales and product support for the LASEREF IV platform.
Under the agreement, AAR will manage global distribution and product availability for the LASEREF IV system used in business aircraft for replacement and upgrade programs. The avionics unit supports multiple business aviation platforms. Otto provides product expertise, while AAR delivers supply chain operations, distribution infrastructure, and customer support.
“This agreement further strengthens AAR’s position as a premier global distributor and expands access into the business aviation market,” said Frank Landrio, AAR’s senior vice president of distribution. “In coordination with Otto, we look forward to enhancing availability, logistics, and technical support for operators upgrading to the latest technology.”
“AAR’s global footprint and proven performance in avionics logistics make them an ideal distributor for this system,” said Chuck Farley, Otto Instrument Service’s vice president of sales and contracts. “Together, we can deliver faster, more efficient support for business and general aviation customers worldwide.”
Source: AAR Corp.
About AAR
AAR CORP., founded in 1955 and headquartered in Wood Dale, IL, is a provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company offers a range of services, including parts supply, integrated solutions, repair and engineering, and expeditionary services. AAR serves industries such as aerospace and defense, providing support for both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. With operations in over 20 countries, AAR employs approximately 6,000 people globally.
About Otto Instrument Service
Otto Instrument Service, Inc. provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for aircraft instruments, avionics, and electrical accessories. Founded in 1946, the company serves commercial airlines, cargo operators, regional carriers, corporate and private aviation customers, military operators, and original equipment manufacturers. Otto supports a range of aircraft platforms, including models from Boeing, Airbus, Bombardier, Beechcraft, and Cessna. Its services include component overhaul, DER repair support, and distribution of new and overhauled parts. The company also supplies rotable components and parts and provides MRO integration services to manage repair suppliers. Otto holds Honeywell licensed repair center status for select legacy products and performs authorized aviation component repairs. The company is headquartered in Ontario, CA.