Strategic Investment of EFA GROUP in “Superior Air”, marking entry into MRO, Training, and Specialized Aviation Services in helicopters and airplanes
Athens, April 27th, 2026. The dual-use defense technology EFA GROUP announces a strategic investment through the acquisition of a 90% majority stake in Superior Air, marking the EFA GROUP’s dynamic entry into the fields of Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), aviation training, and specialized aviation services in helicopters and airplanes.
Superior Air provides comprehensive General Aviation services in Greece and internationally. It operates as an authorized maintenance, repair, and overhaul center for helicopters and airplanes, holding both international and domestic certifications required for the execution of major technical works, as well as for the full overhaul of specific helicopter and airplane types. In addition, the company provides maintenance services and continuing airworthiness management for a wide range of helicopters and airplanes.
At the same time, Superior Air is strongly active in pilot training, covering a broad range of aviation training services, from initial flight training to advanced and specialized programs. Its extensive operational experience in flight services also represents a key growth pillar for specialized aviation operations.
The strategic investment by EFA GROUP in Superior Air significantly strengthens the Group’s operational footprint, particularly in technical support and the upgrade of military aircraft, while also enhancing its capabilities in the civil aviation sector.
Through this investment, EFA GROUP will be able to undertake and execute complex aircraft support and upgrade projects, while also providing training services in the Defense and Security sectors, by combining the Group’s existing solutions and products with Superior Air’s service offering.
Superior Air’s operational presence extends across five strategic bases: Megara (Megara Airport), Koropi (Helipad), Mykonos (Helipad), Santorini (Helipad), and Sparta (Sparta Airport), ensuring broad geographic coverage and a high level of operational readiness nationwide.
Dr. Grigoris Koutsogiannis, CEO of EFA GROUP, stated: “Our investment in Superior Air is part of our broader strategic plan to strengthen EFA GROUP’s presence in the aviation and defense sectors, creating an integrated ecosystem of services that covers the full spectrum, from maintenance and support to training and specialized aviation services. By leveraging Superior Air’s expertise and operational infrastructure, the Group aims to further expand through national and international support contracts, lifecycle management programs, and aviation services in new markets.”
Nikos Kalogiannis, CEO of EFA VENTURES (part of EFA GROUP), stated: “The investment in Superior Air reflects our strategic focus on developing strong capabilities in the defense sector, with an emphasis on the technical support and upgrade of aviation assets. We invest in infrastructure and expertise that enhance the sovereignty and resilience of defense capabilities, while also creating added value through synergies with the Group’s existing ecosystem.”
Konstantinos Sofianos, CEO of Superior Air, added: “Our integration into EFA GROUP marks an important milestone for Superior Air and the beginning of a new phase of growth. By leveraging EFA GROUP’s international presence, we are creating conditions to strengthen our capabilities, internationalize our services, and enter the defense sector. With its support, we aspire to evolve into a fully integrated and competitive provider of MRO, training, and specialized aviation support services, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainable growth.”
About Superior Air
Superior Air provides maintenance services and continuing airworthiness management for a wide range of helicopters and airplanes. The company holds a comprehensive and extensive portfolio of licenses and certifications, enabling it to operate dynamically across the full spectrum of general and professional aviation. It operates as a licensed air carrier for VIP helicopter flights, as well as an approved training organization with more than 30 approved training programs for airplanes and helicopters, with emphasis on initial training for the acquisition of professional pilot licenses and related ratings. www.superior-air.gr
About EFA GROUP
EFA GROUP is comprised of companies with a strong international presence in the fields of Aerospace, Security, Defense, and Industrial Partnerships. The Group employs over 250 professionals, the majority of whom are engineers and scientists. EFA GROUP operates six offices worldwide—in Greece, Cyprus, Switzerland, the USA, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates—serving clients in 40 countries globally. The Group includes the following companies: AEROSPACE VENTURES (Consulting firm specializing in Industrial and Technological Cooperation in Aerospace and Security), AETHER AERONAUTICS (Aerial Targets), EFA VENTURES (Industrial Partnerships), EPICOS (Global B2B Defense Information Platform), ES SYSTEMS (Sensor and IoT Design), SCYTALYS (Defense Software Design & Development), SCYWAVE (Wireless Communication Systems Manufacturing), STHENOS AI (Artificial Intelligence Solutions), THYREOS CYBER (Cybersecurity for Defense), UCANDRONE (Unmanned Systems). Additionally, EFA GROUP holds stakes in: ACROMOVE (Defense and Security Computing Systems Manufacturing), REALISCAPE (Simulation Software for Systems, Tactical Training, and Synthetic Imaging), WAYREN (Software Development for Military Applications). For more information: www.efagroup.eu