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description: Discover the remarkable journey and growth of Aero Energy! Established in 1929 we are proud of our rich history which has led us here today.
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## The History of Aero Energy

Originally ‘Aero Oil,’ Aero Energy has come a long way since our inception in 1929. With changes in ownership, expansions in territory, and the evolution of our services, we've undergone significant transformations that shaped us into who we are today! Below is a detailed account of Aero Energy's rich history, showcasing the company's remarkable journey and growth over the years.

### 1929

Dave DeTar establishes the company under the name Aero Oil originally owned by Fleet Wing Oil Corporation.

### 1946

Atlantic Refining Company purchases Aero Oil.

### 1949

The Frederick District Office was purchased from Grace Thompson.

### 1957

Red Lion was purchased from the Pomraning Estate.

### 1958

The New Freedom District Office was purchased from Rehmeyer’s Petroleum, Inc.

### 1959

Seven Stars was purchased from Citizens Oil Company, a Texaco distributor.

### 1961

The Carlisle District Office was purchased from Hertzler Oil. Phillips 66 Petroleum purchases Aero Oil from Atlantic Refining.

### 1984

The Havre de Grace Office was purchased from Friendly Oil.

### 1986

Getty purchases Aero Oil from Phillips 66.

### 1998

Adams Electric Cooperative purchases Aero Oil and changes the company name to Aero Energy.

### 1999

Aero Energy purchases Aumen Oil.

### 2001

The Salisbury District office was purchased from J. William Gordy Fuel Co. The Prince Frederick Office was also purchased from Economic Development Authority of  Calvert County.

### 2002

Aero Energy incorporates as Mid Atlantic Cooperative Solutions Inc. DBA as Aero Energy. Aero Energy also expands into the Metered Piped Community industry.

### 2008

Aero Energy officially establishes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

### 2009

The Cambridge District Office was purchased from Wise Oil & Fuel.

### 2010

Allison & Marshall is purchased for their plumbing and HVAC business.

### 2011

Aero Energy purchases Arentz Oil.

### 2016

Edrich Lumber bulk plant location is opened.

### 2022

Aero Energy purchased the building at the Salisbury Bulk plant location.

### 2023

Aero Energy launches its bathroom remodel division - Baths By Aero and opened a new bathroom remodel showroom in New Oxford, PA.

## **Proudly serving as the Mid-Atlantic's preferred employee-owned energy company. **

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### "Depend on us For Those Who Depend on You!"

### -Dave DeTar, Founder

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