XML 31 R19.htm IDEA: XBRL DOCUMENT v3.7.0.1
SUBSEQUENT EVENT
9 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2017
Subsequent Events [Abstract]  
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
SUBSEQUENT EVENT
In August 2017, the Company announced that its HEICO Electronic subsidiary had entered into an agreement to effectively acquire all of the outstanding stock of AeroAntenna Technology, Inc., (“AAT”) for approximately $317 million in cash and up to approximately $20 million of additional contingent consideration payable after the first six years following the acquisition. Closing, which is subject to governmental approval and standard closing conditions, is expected to occur in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017. AAT designs and produces high performance active antenna systems for commercial aircraft, precision guided munitions, other defense applications and commercial uses. The purchase price of this acquisition is expected to be paid in cash, principally using proceeds from the Company's revolving credit facility.