WORTHAM LLC

WORTHAM LLC specializes in the preservation, restoration, and maintenance of historic military aircraft through precision painting, corrosion control, and surface preparation services. The contractor delivers expert-level aircraft finishing and heritage conservation in alignment with U.S. Air Force Heritage Program standards, applying specialized techniques for static display aircraft including sanding, priming, topcoating, and protective sealing of legacy platforms such as B-52s, C-130s, C-5s, HH-3Es, and UH-1s. Their technical expertise extends to strict adherence to military specifications for surface preparation, coating systems, and documentation requirements, ensuring historical accuracy and long-term artifact integrity. WORTHAM LLC distinguishes itself through deep familiarity with Air Force instruction 84-1 and heritage airpark protocols, enabling seamless execution of complex, low-volume restoration projects under stringent conservation guidelines. The company maintains a consistent and trusted relationship with the Department of Defense, particularly across Air Force installations and museum programs requiring aircraft preservation. Their work supports Air Mobility Command, Special Operations Command, and Air Force Heritage initiatives, delivering mission-critical restoration services that uphold the visual and structural authenticity of historic aircraft for public display and educational purposes. WORTHAM LLC’s primary industry focus is in Other Support Activities for Air Transportation and Aircraft Manufacturing, where they provide niche, high-precision surface treatment and conservation services rather than manufacturing or logistics. Their market positioning is as a specialized preservation contractor serving defense heritage and aviation museum sectors, with a focus on non-operational aircraft requiring museum-grade restoration. As a Women-Owned Small Business and Woman-Owned Business certified contractor based in Desloge, MO, WORTHAM LLC brings a commitment to quality craftsmanship and regulatory compliance to a highly specialized federal market. Their small-business structure enables agile, tailored responses to complex conservation tasks, reinforcing their role as a trusted partner for sensitive defense heritage projects.