CubCrafters Acquires Summit Aircraft Skis

CubCrafters pilots can go play in the snow after the OEM acquired Summit Aircraft Skis.

Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 02:13 PM ET

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CubCrafters has already begun building Summit skis at its factory in Yakima, Washington. [Credit: Courtesy of CubCrafters]

Key Takeaways:

CubCrafters has acquired Summit Aircraft Skis, including its designs, patents, and manufacturing assets, to enhance backcountry flying capabilities in snowy conditions.
Summit Skis are highly regarded for their unique lightweight, aerodynamic, 100% carbon fiber construction with a patented bolt-on attachment that eliminates the need for welding.
This acquisition, which sees ski manufacturing already underway at CubCrafters' Yakima factory, is part of the company's ambitious growth strategy, aiming to better meet customer needs and establish a new profit center.
Summit Skis will continue to be available for both CubCrafters aircraft and those from other manufacturers, with Summit's founder assisting in the transition.

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CubCrafters—the manufacturers of Part 23 light sport and experimental backcountry aircraft—is about to make it easier for pilots to play in the snow. The Yakima-based aircraft company has acquired Summit Aircraft Skis, including the company’s design and manufacturing assets, unique patents, and related intellectual property, from the Summit Aircraft Corporation of Sandpoint, Idaho.

According to CubCrafters, Summit Aircraft Skis are a favorite of owners of CubCrafters Carbon Cubs—as well as many other aircraft—because the unique ski design allows pilots to take their aircraft into the backcountry even when the landing areas are not cleared of snow. CubCrafters notes the manufacturing of skis has already begun at its Yakima factory.