The Fairchild Corporation

On January 7, 2010, The Fairchild Corporation went out of business as per its Chapter 11 liquidation filing under bankruptcy. The Fairchild Corporation engages in the design and sale of protective clothing, helmets, and technical accessories for motorcyclists in Europe and the United States, as well as in aerospace distribution business. As of September 30, 2007, the company operated 91 retail shops in Germany and 4 shops in Switzerland, as well as 145 retail shops in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. It also designs and contracts with manufacturers for the production of apparel under private labels for third parties. In addition, The Fairchild Corporation distributes various aircraft parts to commercial airlines and air cargo carriers, fixed-base operators, corporate aircraft operators, and other aerospace companies. Its aircraft products include rotable parts, such as landing gear, radar and navigation systems, instruments, hydraulic and electrical components, space components, and certain defense related items. Further, the company offers component repair and overhaul services. The Fairchild Corporation was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.