Find companies:   About Heico     In 2011 HEICO acquired France-
based 3D Plus, a leading designer and manufacturer of three-
dimensional microelectronic and stacked memory products, which
are used primarily in satellites. The acquisition expanded
HEICO's presence in the space products business, as well as the
medical sector. Earlier in the year HEICO's Flight Support
Group enhanced its parts and repair operations and competitive
position by acquiring an 80% interest in Blue Aerospace. Since
2002 Blue Aerospace has supplied military aircraft parts and
support services for the C-130, P-3, and F-16 aircraft, largely
to foreign military allies of the US. It also manages aircraft
parts repair. The deal is expected to boost earnings within the
year.  Later in the year HEICO, throught its Electronics
Technologies group, acquired Chicago-based Switchcraft.
Switchcraft, founded in 1946, is the manufacturer of electronic
connectors for use in harsh environments as well as cables,
jacks and plugs, patch panels and other