About Us

Our Mission

Our ultimate goal is provide the finest aviation shopping experience in the industry with everyday low prices. With our diversified catalog and premier customer experience, all your aviation needs will be met. If you don’t see it, we will get it! We know time is valuable, so take advantage of our easy to use online platform. We assure you will get the correct product on time through our seamless fulfillment processes which are the best in the industry. Communication is our #1 priority and if there is an issue with your order on either end, we have the best customer service to assist you through every process.

Planes, Pilots, and Enthusiast - WE GOT IT!

Ethan & Emily Malavolti

Ethan and Emily Malavolti are the owners of Aviation Depot. Ethan is a professional pilot and FAA Pilot Examiner. After graduating form Indiana State University, Ethan saw a large increase in demand for pilot and training supplies that came with a great customer experience, so Aviation Depot was born (formerly Malavolti Pilot Shop). Ethan and Emily work around the clock to make sure that operations run smoothly and efficiently for the best customer experience and the lowest prices in the industry.

Paula Malavolti

Paula is our Operations Manager. She came onto the team in February 2022. She has a 30 year background as an Office Manager for a Chiropractic firm. With her 30 years of customer service experience and technical background, she has been a great asset to our team.