welcome to retrotec

The specialist historic aircraft engineering company

Consultation and Research

Our unique archive of rare books, official publications, drawings and technical manuals rivals that of the biggest aviation museums and means we can answer the questions that others simply can’t.

Design Services

Where drawings don’t exist, our highly qualified team can design them and approve modifications for an almost limitless number of vintage aviation parts and spares.

Production Services

Our extensive machining and production facilities enables us to remanufacture single or small runs of aviation components, as well as undertake large and complex rebuild projects.

Maintenance Services

We can provide specialist overhauls on everything from engines to brake valves for all types of vintage aircraft, including the rarest engine types that no longer have spares or design support.

Established in 1994 Retrotec Ltd is recognised as one of the world’s premier aircraft restoration companies

Our comprehensive range of services are underpinned by Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) A8-21 (Production and Design) and A8-24 (Maintenance) accreditation and years of unrivalled experience.

Originally formed to restore the aircraft owned by Aero Vintage Ltd and Historic Aircraft Collection, Retrotec has grown steadily over the years to become a leader in bespoke historic aviation engineering. Our worldwide customer base ranges from independent historic aircraft and vintage automobile owners, to the Film and TV industry and the Ministry of Defence.