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Aerospace Alliance Industry Profiles
The Aerospace Alliance has long been a powerhouse in the aviation and aerospace sectors, boasting a vibrant ecosystem of companies, research institutions and skilled professionals. Home to major aerospace hubs and numerous military installations, the region continues to play a critical role in advancing technology, innovation and economic growth within the industry. Explore our industry […]
Aerospace Alliance 2024 First Half of Year Update
As we enter the second half of 2024, we want to look back and celebrate some of the many accomplishments that Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi have achieved in aerospace, aviation and commercial space. Here are only some of the corridor’s recent wins and successes. New investments by key players in the Mobile aerospace cluster […]
New Boeing Location at Embry‑Riddle Will Bring 400 High-Paying Jobs to Florida
Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University and Boeing formally announced a new partnership Tuesday, June 11, 2024, that will bring 400 high-paying jobs to Volusia County, Florida, through 2026. New employees at this state-of-the-art center of excellence will perform engineering work for Boeing’s Defense, Space and Security aircraft programs and advanced technology capabilities. Read more here.
Introducing Our New State Heads Of Economic Development
We are excited to announce the new state heads of the Aerospace Alliance Board of Directors. As we embark on a new chapter of innovation and growth in the aerospace and aviation industry, it is with great pleasure that we introduce the esteemed individuals who will be leading our organization forward.
2023 growth projects to inject $6.4 billion into Alabama communities
Governor Kay Ivey announced that companies launching operations or expanding existing facilities in Alabama during 2023 are poised to make investments totaling over $6.4 billion, building on the state’s winning economic development track record with another year of steady job creation. Read more here. Alabama has played an integral role in the nation’s aviation and […]
Skydweller opens flight test facility at Stennis
State and federal officials joined together at Stennis International Airport in Hancock County for the opening of Skydweller Aero’s flight test and aircraft modification facility. Skydweller is the nation’s only large unmanned solar-powered aircraft capable of perpetual flight. Read more here.
Amazon Web Services plans to invest $10 billion, creating 1,000 jobs to establish data center complexes in Mississippi
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) is investing $10 billion to establish multiple data center complexes in two Madison County industrial parks. The project is a planned $10 billion corporate investment and will create at least 1,000 high-paying, high-tech jobs. This investment by AWS is the single largest capital investment in Mississippi history and four times the size of the previous largest economic development project. Read more here.miss
The Aerospace Industry in Northwest Florida
Northwest Florida is a vibrant region that may surprise you with its diverse industry sectors. It stretches from Pensacola on its western edge, along the beautiful emerald coast to St Marks, reaching north beyond Interstate 10 to border Alabama and part of Georgia, with a population of over 1.1 million residents. The region has six aviation-focused […]
2023 In Review
As we enter this new year, we want to look back and celebrate some of the exciting aviation and aerospace industry accomplishments from 2023. The Aerospace Alliance states have drawn some of the world’s most recognizable names in the industry and continue to expand and make innovations in aviation, aerospace and space exploration. Universities across Alabama focused on research […]
Thank you to our state heads
We would like to recognize Secretary Greg Canfield, Secretary Don Pierson, and Deputy Executive Director Laura Hipp for their years of dedication and commitment serving on the Aerospace Alliance board. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence and for being an inspiration to us all. Your leadership has undoubtedly left a lasting imprint on the industry, and […]