Aerostar Capital helps to build successful aerospace suppliers by making significant venture capital or private equity investments in 'middle market' businesses that serve the commercial aviation, space, and/or defense markets around the world. Aerostar co-invests with some of the largest private equity fund sponsors with aerospace experience, including J.P. Morgan Partners and The Carlyle Group. More than a dozen investments have been completed since 1997 with a combined transaction value exceeding $4 billion. Ideal investment candidates will have annual revenues over $50 million, a clearly focused growth strategy, experienced management, and excellent customer relations.