OUR HISTORY
A Legacy of Innovation, Expertise, and Precision Since 1979
THE HISTORY OF AWR
For over four decades, Aircraft Window Repairs (AWR) has been committed to excellence in aircraft window, lens, and prism repair. Founded in 1979 by Robert (“Bob”) Cupery, a former Northrop Director of Maintenance, and his wife, Kathi Cupery, AWR earned its place as an industry leader by combining cutting-edge innovation with an unwavering dedication to quality and safety.
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From the beginning, Bob’s meticulous background in aviation maintenance set the tone for AWR’s high standards. As a Flight Engineer under a former Air Force One pilot, Bob developed a mindset where precision wasn’t optional—it was essential. This philosophy led him to pioneer AWR’s proprietary hard-coating processes for landing light and wingtip lenses, which were created at the request of Falcon Jet Corporation.
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Kathi’s contributions were equally pivotal in AWR’s growth. With her entrepreneurial spirit and hands-on aviation insight, Kathi ensured the company prioritized the needs of clients, earning trust throughout the industry. Her leadership, coupled with her aviation knowledge, made AWR synonymous with expert quality, service, cost control, and on-time delivery.
TRUSTED PARTNERS IN AVIATION
Over the years, Aircraft Window Repairs became known for its partnerships with some of the most respected names in aviation, including Dassault Falcon Jet, Gulfstream, Raytheon, Bombardier, Boeing, Lockheed, British Aerospace, and Cessna.
With more than 55 types of corporate jet windows and lenses serviced, AWR built its reputation around doing what others could not—creating solutions that saved time and reduced costs without compromising safety.
Additionally, AWR conducted FAA-approved seminars to train inspectors on the stress tolerances of advanced aircraft windows, ensuring their contributions extended throughout the aviation community. By continuously innovating and maintaining rigorous quality standards, AWR became the clear choice for aviation repair.