8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 10, 2019

ASTRONICS CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

New York		0-7087		16-0959303
(State of Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
	130 Commerce Way East Aurora, New York		14052
	(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (716) 805-1599

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $.01 par value per share	ATRO	NASDAQ Stock Market

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Item 5.02Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers

On June 11, 2019, Astronics Corporation (the “Company”) announced that Kevin T. Keane, Chairman of the Board, passed away on June 10, 2019 in Buffalo, NY, and that Peter J. Gundermann, President and Chief Executive Officer of Astronics Corporation, was appointed Chairman of the Board.

The Company issued a press release on June 11, 2019 reporting the death of Mr. Keane and the appointment of Mr. Gundermann as Chairman of the Board, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 8.01Other Events

The disclosure set forth in Item 5.02 above is incorporated in this Item 8.01 by reference.

Item 9.01Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Press Release of Astronics Corporation dated June 11, 2019

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			Astronics Corporation
Dated:	June 12, 2019	By:	/s/ David C. Burney
		Name:	David C. Burney
			Executive Vice President and  Chief Financial Officer

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit	Description
99.1	Press Release of Astronics Corporation dated June 11, 2019

EX-99.1

NEWS RELEASE

Exhibit 99.1

For Immediate Release

Astronics Mourns the Passing of its

Board Chairman Kevin T. Keane

EAST AURORA, NY, June 11, 2019 – Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO), a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries, announced today with great sorrow that Kevin T. Keane, a member of its Board of Directors for nearly 50 years and Board Chairman for 45 years, passed away on June 10, 2019 in Buffalo, NY.

Peter J. Gundermann, President and Chief Executive Officer, was appointed Chairman of the Board.He commented, “We are deeply saddened by this loss and our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Kevin played a pivotal role in the history of Astronics, joining soon after our founding.He worked tirelessly throughout his nearly five decades to transform Astronics and left a remarkable legacy that will benefit the Company well into the future. His extraordinary leadership, vision and enthusiasm will be deeply missed.”

Mr. Keane joined the Board and began his career with Astronics in 1970, and was named the Chairman in 1974.He served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company from 1974 to 2002. He was actively involved in the community, serving on several boards and volunteering his time with numerous organizations.

ABOUT ASTRONICS CORPORATION

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world’s aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit Astronics.com.

Company ContactInvestorsRelations

David C. BurneyDeborah K. Pawlowski

Chief Financial Officer,Astronics CorporationKei Advisors LLC

david.burney@astronics.comdpawlowski@keiadvisors.com

+1.716.805.1599+1.716.843.3905

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