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Exhibit 23.5
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S CONSENT
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We consent to the use in the Form S-4 Registration Statement and Prospectus of
Aviation Group, Inc. of our reports dated September 11, 1999 and April 19, 2000,
respectively, accompanying the consolidated financial statements of Aviation
Group, Inc. and the financial statements of Epoch Technology, Inc. contained in
such Registration Statement, and to the use of our name and the statements with
respect to us, as appearing under the heading "Experts" in the Prospectus.
/s/ Hein + Associates LLP
Hein + Associates LLP
Certified Public Accountants
October 26, 2000
Dallas, Texas
