Aviator Gear

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Country: United States (US)
Founded: 2010
HQ: Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Employees: ~25

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Challenge Coins

Overview

Aviator Gear is a design company specializing in custom products for military squadrons, aviation companies, and first responders, including embroidered patches, challenge coins, zap stickers, and mahogany aircraft models. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, it operates as a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with certifications for government contracts, serving clients globally through an online platform focused on design consultation and heraldry compliance.¹²³

History

Cory Bower founded Aviator Gear in 2005 after his 1995 experience as a lieutenant highlighting inefficiencies in sourcing squadron gear. The company developed into a one-stop shop for custom military and aerospace products, earning official licenses from entities like Lockheed Martin, U.S. Navy, and Air Force. It has operated for 20 years as of 2025, maintaining BBB accreditation since 2013.²³⁵

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Embroidered Patches	Custom military squadron patches	$5 - $20
Challenge Coins	Personalized aviation unit coins	$3 - $10
Zap Stickers	Decals for aviation gear	$2 - $8
Mahogany Aircraft Models	Solid wood squadron models	$150 - $800
Custom Apparel	Squadron shirts and clothing	$20 - $50
Briefing Sticks	Personalized squadron pointers	$50 - $150
Wooden Plaques	Custom engraved awards	$100 - $500

Manufacturing

Products are custom-designed in-house with free artwork services, but manufacturing details indicate outsourced production typical for embroidered, coined, and modeled items. The company emphasizes quality control and on-time delivery through streamlined processes. No specific locations for manufacturing are disclosed.¹⁴

Notable Products

Challenge Coins - Custom minted coins for military units adhering to heraldry guidelines.
Embroidered Patches - High-quality squadron patches designed from customer ideas.
Solid Mahogany Aircraft Models - Detailed wood models of aircraft for aviation display.
Zap Stickers - Vinyl decals for helmets and gear.
Custom Shirts - Screen-printed apparel for squadrons.
Briefing Sticks - Engraved pointers used in military briefings.

Reputation

Aviator Gear is regarded by military and aviation professionals for expertise in regulations and responsive service, supported by BBB accreditation and government certifications. Customers value the free design consultations and on-time delivery for custom orders. No major criticisms noted in available profiles.¹⁵

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