Services

Advisory-Driven M&A for FBO Owners

Mach10 Aviation is more than a mergers & acquisitions advisory firm. We are the only M&A partner in the aviation industry that also offers a full suite of performance optimization services tailored for Fixed Base Operations (FBOs). Whether you’re preparing to buy, sell, or improve operational efficiency, our strategies are designed to position your FBO for maximum performance and long-term success.

Pre-Market Preparation

We can help strengthen operational and financial performance before entering the market, uncovering unrealized potential to position the business for maximum value.

Strategic Buyer Access

Through our trusted network of capital
partners, OEMs, and airport authorities, we connect aviation businesses with qualified buyers who align with their vision and strengths.

Due Diligence

Our team supports comprehensive diligence, including revenue and expense analysis, asset and liability assessments, contracts, taxation, and compliance review.

Regulatory Assurance

Mach10 integrates FAR compliance checks into every stage of the process, reducing risk and protecting value.

Deal Structuring and Negotiation

We help align financial, legal, and tax considerations to create favorable terms and guide negotiations toward successful outcomes.

Post-Transaction Continuity

From vendor alignment to leadership transition, we provide support that ensures smooth integration and long-term stability.

Our Expertise:
Tailored Solutions for Your Operation

Our advisory services are built on three core pillars:
• M&A Advisory
• Succession Planning
• Operational Advisory

Mergers & Acquisitions:

We represent and partner with FBO owners to facilitate seamless exits, strategic acquisitions, and smart growth through M&A.
  • Sell-Side Advisory: Unlock Maximum Value

Unlike traditional M&A firms, we start with performance. Before going to market, we evaluate unrealized margin potential—ensuring you maximize value and command top dollar. Through deep operational and market knowledge, we engage with qualified buyers to execute strategic, confidential transactions that protect and grow your wealth.

When it’s time to sell, we help you prepare your operation to achieve the highest valuation. By enhancing your FBO’s profitability and performance pre-sale, we ensure it’s presented as a high-performing asset in a competitive market.

  • Buy-Side Advisory: Plan for Post-Acquisition Success

Buying an FBO is just the beginning. We work alongside buyers to ensure a smooth transition and lay the groundwork for future success – protecting your investment and maximizing its long-term value.

With decades of experience and a robust aviation network, we help buyers identify high-potential opportunities aligned with their strategic and cultural goals. Our team evaluates intrinsic value, growth potential, and operational fit, connecting buyers to FBOs poised for long-term success.

Succession Planning:

A Sustainable Path to Long-Term Success
Succession planning is often overlooked - but it’s crucial. Whether you’re planning for family transition, executive evolution, or future divestiture, we help you define your legacy.
  • Key elements we evaluate
  • Leadership readiness: Is your next generation or management team prepared?
  • Valuation awareness: Is your FBO operating at its full earning potential?
  • Contingency planning: Do you have a plan in case of unexpected events?
  • Advisory ecosystem: We bring in trusted legal, financial, and tax experts to secure your future.
  • Capital management: We help align capital structure and resource strategy for long-term strength.

Operational Advisory:

Creating Growth
Mach10’s Performance & Growth services offer a 360-degree view of your FBO. From service excellence to customer experience, we optimize every part of your operation. Our deep-dive analysis identifies high-impact areas and builds customized strategies that translate into measurable growth and profitability.

Our Services Include

Mergers & Acquisitions

Industry-leading FBO transaction support

Succession Planning
Future focused leadership continuity that protects people, performance, and legacy.
Performance Optimization

Drive operational and financial growth

Financial Planning

Align capital with opportunity

Marketing & Branding

Elevate your position in the aviation market

Capital Management

Strategically manage and deploy financial resources

Shasta Pellegrino

Executive Assistant

Shasta is a dynamic professional who excels at identifying and implementing effective solutions to complex problems. Her dedication to Mach10’s administrative needs and her commitment to excellence make her an invaluable asset. Shasta's passion for working closely with people and ability to collaborate seamlessly with colleagues and stakeholders alike makes her a perfect fit for the Mach10 team. With her blend of administrative expertise, people skills, and proactive approach to problem-solving, Shasta is poised to contribute significantly to the success and growth of our team and our client partners.

George Pero

President & CEO

Extremely accomplished leader in the automotive industry recognized for his success in retail and remarketing. George’s career achievements include successfully launching and running Auctions In Motion (“AIM”), a regional “mobile” auction company that brings the auction to the dealer. George also holds a wealth of knowledge & expertise in mergers & acquisitions in the automotive sector. He recently served as the Vice President of a national brokerage firm where he was one of the top producers. His experience in the M&A industry brings a keen sense of the due diligence process as well as the art of negotiating while representing both seller and buyer.

Carsten Preisz

Chief Marketing Officer

Carsten’s extensive achievements includes introducing and establishing Dutch Supercar Spyker in the Americas and holding senior management/executive positions with esteemed and iconic automotive OEMs to include Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Peugeot, and Fisker Automotive. Most recently, Carsten’s contributions with Market Scan Information Systems, Inc., were key to the company being acquired by S&P Global Mobility.

Whether the challenge calls for creating the customer standards for Bentley/Rolls-Royce or being responsible for the Los Angeles Marathon TV-broadcast, which led to an Emmy nomination, Carsten is instinctually entrepreneurial and an out of the box thinker who enjoys solving strategic challenges to elevate the client experience and maximize profitability.