Capacity Testing Services
Expert capacity-testing and deep-cycling for nickel-cadmium and lead-acid aircraft batteries with fast turnaround times to minimize fleet downtime and ensure mission readiness.
Ni-Cad Systems delivers mission-critical aircraft battery solutions engineered for aerospace and defense applications. With over 50 years of FAA-approved expertise and 30+ PMA certifications, we provide rapid-response servicing, comprehensive testing, and second-source components that keep military and commercial fleets operational worldwide.

Comprehensive battery testing, servicing, and support solutions engineered for aerospace and defense operational requirements.
Expert capacity-testing and deep-cycling for nickel-cadmium and lead-acid aircraft batteries with fast turnaround times to minimize fleet downtime and ensure mission readiness.
Specialized capacity-testing and deep-cycling for emergency aviation batteries with expedited processing. 24/7 AOG technical support ensures rapid response for critical situations.
Immediate access to rental batteries keeps your aircraft operational during service cycles. Our comprehensive inventory ensures you maintain flight schedules without interruption.
Secure storage services for spare battery inventory with controlled environmental conditions. Maintain backup readiness while optimizing your facility space and resources.
Second-source batteries, temperature sensors, and modification kits with 30+ FAA-PMA approvals. Cost-effective alternatives maintaining full airworthiness compliance.
Round-the-clock emergency technical support for aircraft-on-ground situations. Immediate expert consultation and expedited parts availability minimize operational disruptions.
Since 1974, Ni-Cad Systems has provided aerospace and defense organizations with comprehensive battery servicing in our Part 145 FAA-approved facility. Our team brings over 100 years of combined experience to every project, having serviced 47,000+ units for corporate, airline, and military customers. We maintain the capability to service any nickel-cadmium or lead-acid battery, backed by fast turnaround times and rental units that keep your fleet operational during service cycles.

Five decades of specialized expertise serving aerospace and defense operations.
Part 145 FAA-approved facility with 30+ PMA certifications ensuring full airworthiness compliance for all services.
Comprehensive servicing for any nickel-cadmium or lead-acid battery from all manufacturers including SAFT, Marathon, Varta, Concorde, and Gill.
24/7 AOG technical support with expedited turnaround times and rental battery availability to maintain operational continuity.
Over 50 years servicing aerospace batteries with 47,000+ units completed for corporate, airline, and military customers worldwide.
Decades of specialized aerospace battery expertise guiding every project.

President/Owner
As President and Owner of Ni-Cad Systems, Inc., Helena Andrues leads one of aviation's most trusted battery testing and service facilities. Under her leadership, the company has maintained its commitment to excellence that began with her father's founding vision in 1974. Helena oversees operations at the FAA Part 145 approved facility, ensuring that every battery tested meets the rigorous standards demanded by corporate, airline, and military aviation customers. Her dedication to quality and customer service has helped the company surpass 47,000 units serviced while maintaining the fast turnaround times and 24/7 AOG support that aviation professionals depend on. Helena's hands-on approach and deep understanding of the aviation industry ensure that Ni-Cad Systems continues to adapt and innovate to meet evolving customer needs.

Vice President/General Manager
Stephen Andrues brings exceptional credentials to his role as Vice President and General Manager, including FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) status, A&P mechanic certification, and pilot credentials. With 40 years of specialized experience servicing Nickel Cadmium aircraft batteries, Stephen holds over 30 FAA-PMA approvals that demonstrate his technical expertise and innovation in aviation battery systems. His deep understanding of both the engineering and operational aspects of aircraft power systems allows him to oversee the technical operations of Ni-Cad Systems' FAA-approved facility with unmatched precision. Stephen's combination of hands-on mechanical experience, engineering knowledge, and pilot perspective gives him unique insight into the critical importance of reliable battery performance. He personally ensures that every battery tested meets the highest standards of aviation safety and reliability, maintaining the company's reputation for quality that has been built over five decades.
We have the capability to service any nickel-cadmium or lead-acid aircraft battery, including all major manufacturers: SAFT, Marathon, Varta nickel-cadmium batteries, and Concorde and Gill (Teledyne) lead-acid batteries. Our Part 145 FAA-approved facility is equipped to handle batteries from corporate, airline, and military aircraft.
Our FAA-certified engineers are ready to discuss your specific battery requirements and service needs.
Certified high-tech aircraft battery repair facility
Parts Manufacturer Approval for components
Continuous aerospace service since 1974
Contact our technical team for expert consultation on aircraft battery testing, servicing, or FAA-PMA components. We respond to all inquiries within one business day, with 24/7 support available for AOG situations.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 510 785 9391. You can also send us a quick email at Sandrues@aol.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 510 785 9391. You can also send us a quick email at Sandrues@aol.com.