Taft is pleased to be acting as legal counsel to longtime client RH Aero Systems in connection with its definitive agreement for a strategic investment by Capitol Meridian Partners. Taft has been privileged to advise RH Aero Systems and the Moeller family on significant corporate and strategic matters over many years, including the company’s transformational growth through strategic acquisitions and expansion. The transaction remains subject to required regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions before it can be completed.

Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, RH Aero is a leading global provider of aviation support equipment and services, serving commercial airlines, cargo operators, maintenance, repair and overhaul providers, and military customers around the world. Since its founding in 1967, RH Aero has built a reputation for delivering mission-critical products and services that support aircraft operations across the aviation industry.

RH Aero has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, including being named the fastest-growing company in the $100 million-and-above revenue category in the Cincinnati Business Courier’s 2026 Fast 55 Awards. The company has also been recognized through the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Cincinnati’s Deal Maker Awards program for its transformational combination of Rhinestahl Corporation and Hydro Systems, further reflecting its continued momentum and strategic growth.

Capitol Meridian Partners is a Washington, D.C.-based investment firm focused on partnering with market-leading businesses operating at the intersection of commercial and government markets. The investment is intended to support RH Aero’s continued global growth, expand its capabilities, and further strengthen its position as a leading provider of aviation support solutions. Upon closing, RH Aero’s existing shareholders, including the Moeller family, will remain significant investors in the business.

Additional information regarding the proposed transaction is available in the parties’ press releases and related media coverage.

Taft’s legal team was led by Jeremy Hayden and included Ralph Caruso, Andrew Field, Ben Hager, Todd Lady, Chris Fowler, Melissa Kurzhals, Patrick Palascak, Tracey Puthoff, Kristin Hardy, Hamid Sheikh, Jeanne Cors, Daniel Warncke, Zachary Heck, Brandon Dobyns, Christy Nageleisen, Brian Dershaw, Russell Menyhart, Henry Alderfer, Sam Huff, and Chase Morris.

Taft extends its thanks to the Taylor Wessing team, led by Dr. Amir-Said Ghassabeh, for their collaboration and support on European law matters in connection with the transaction.