Thrush Aircraft Reports Record Year in 2023
Thrush Aircraft reported that 2023 was a record year for the company. “Aircraft deliveries increased again in 2023 to the highest levels since we re-launched Thrush over four years ago,” said CEO Mark McDonald. “We had a record sales year. We certified new aircraft models and delivered them to multiple countries, delighting our customers. We sold out of one of our product lines, dramatically improved our spares and support services, and our safety record continues to lead the industry,” continued McDonald. “I’m proud of the Thrush team, both here in Albany, and around the world. They’ve done wonderful work.”
“We knew there was something special here when we bought the company,” McDonald said. “Our goal was to bring deep aerospace leadership and financial stability to Thrush. Now, after four years of hard work by lots of stakeholders, including our terrific dealers, the Thrush team has done that. Our people make fantastic aircraft that are serving the world and bringing pilots safely back home every single day.”
In 2023, Thrush continued delivering the company’s strategy, including:
- Increased sales by 70% year-over-year bringing stability to the company and the industry.
- Certified the dual cockpit version of the 510P2+.
- Improved customer service performance, including spares availability, technical support, and general responsiveness.
- Continued various operational initiatives that improved the quality and reliability of Thrush products.
- Improved factory efficiency and invested in tooling and process improvement that will generate further productivity in 2024.
- Expanded staff, invested in training programs and served our local community.