Dale and Kim Berger Acquire Essco Aircraft

BARBERTON, Ohio - July 19, 2023 - PRLog -- Dale and Kim Berger are excited to announce their acquisition of Essco Aircraft. This significant step forward combines the Bergers' extensive experience in aviation, avionics, and business management with Essco's industry-leading position in the field of aviation manuals and books.
Dale Berger most recently served as the Chief Inspector and accountable manager for Aero-Pro Avionics LLC, an FAA Part 145 Repair Station in Cleveland, OH. Prior to that, he was Chief Inspector for Dunkirk Avionics and owned and operated Gateway Avionics at Burke Lakefront Airport in Cleveland. Dale's introduction to avionics began with his service in the U.S. Air Force, where he spent six years as a Ground Radio Equipment technician and learned to fly. Following his military service, he began his civilian avionics career at IASCO, the Japan Airlines Flight Training Center in Napa, California.
Kimberly Berger has served as the Business Manager at Glatte, Inc., an Industrial Controls Manufacturer's Rep. since 2008. She brings an extensive background in finance and business management, having previously worked as an accountant at Martinet and Martinet, CPAs in Willoughby, Ohio. With nearly four decades of experience in accounting and tax preparation, Kimberly has also served her own clientele and played a vital role in managing their finances.
Essco Aircraft has been a trusted name in the aviation industry for over 50 years, providing high-quality aviation manuals to mechanics, avionics shops, flight schools, homebuilders, and more. With the acquisition by the Bergers, Essco is poised to expand its offerings and enhance its service, while remaining true to the values that have made it a leader in the industry.
The Bergers are committed to upholding Essco's legacy of excellence while using their deep industry knowledge to guide its future. "We understand how people have come to rely on Essco as the go-to source for hard-to-find tech data," says Dale Berger. "We're excited to bring our decades of experience to bear for our customers as we grow to supply not just data, but tools, specialized services, and products geared to GA pilots, maintainers, and EAB builders and flyers."
For more information about Essco Aircraft and its new ownership, please visit https://www.esscoaircraft.com.