Company Profile

CAV Systems is a leading provider of ice protection and drag reduction technology to general aviation, commercial aerospace, and defence markets worldwide.

Our history can be traced back to 1942, when one of our proprietary technologies – TKS^® was first formed to tackle the issue of icing on newly formed aircraft.

Today, CAV remains the only global supplier of fluid-based ice protection systems and the foremost supplier of laser perforated surfaces.

Our areas of specialism include: testing, government approvals, component qualification, electrical system design, reliability, safety analysis, aerodynamics, thermodynamics, quality, training, manufacturing design and integration.

We are incredibly proud of our rich heritage, and it is by staying true to our pioneering values we ensure innovation and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. 

A critical technology and manufacturing partner to major commercial OEMs, CAV provides design, manufacturing and consultancy services involving more than 7,000 aircraft, as well as bespoke solutions for new individual aircraft.