Brazos Safety Systems
Brazos Safety Systems, a leading provider of flight safety technology and analytics solutions based in Fort Worth, announced on Wednesday that it has received a strategic growth investment from Altaline Capital Management, a newly launched Los Angeles-based private equity firm focused on the lower-middle market.
Founded in 2015, Brazos — formerly known as Truth Data Insights — delivers state-of-the-art Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) analytics to operators across more than 300 aircraft worldwide. Its clients span emergency medical services, oil and gas, executive transport, logistics, and law enforcement, with flight data analyzed from over 200,000 missions.
“This partnership with Altaline marks a significant milestone for Brazos,” said Peter Henrikson, president of Brazos Safety Systems, in a press release. “With Altaline’s support and strategic guidance, we are well-positioned to accelerate innovation, enhance our solutions, and deliver even greater value to our customers as we continue our mission to improve flight safety worldwide.”
Henrikson, the company founder, spent 16 years in the U.S. Air Force as a fighter pilot before returning to the private sector. He has an MBA from TCU and a bachelor's from Northeastern University.
Brazos is recognized for its highly configurable technology and expert analytics services that enable aviation operators to meet rigorous regulatory and operational demands. The company’s team of avionics professionals, software developers, and flight data analysts provides actionable insights and tailored support to help clients boost safety and performance.
“Brazos has all of the attributes we look for at Altaline,” said Rafael Telahun, Altaline managing director. “A data-rich and mission-critical solution, strong client momentum, and a leading position in its market segment.”
Advisers on the transaction included AvStrategies LLC and Cole Bryan PC for Brazos, and BakerHostetler, Elliott Davis LLC, and Payne Enterprises LLC for Altaline.