Aerospace Alliance Updates
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 […]
Aerospace Alliance Hosts Reception in Washington, D.C.
In September, the Aerospace Alliance hosted a reception in Washington, D.C. to bring together corporate aviation and aerospace executives with federal officials. These relationships and connections promote the Alliance and help bring congressional delegations together when opportunities arise, promoting industry growth in the states. The event was made possible by the support of our Corporate […]
The Aerospace Alliance is Reaching New Heights in 2023
As we enter the second half of 2023, 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: United Launch Alliance and Beyond Gravity, which builds payload fairings for ULA […]
Louisiana – A Leader in Aviation & Aerospace
Louisiana has been a leading state for the aviation and aerospace industry since the birth of the industry. Home to NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility, one of the largest manufacturing facilities in the world, Louisiana is paving the way for space exploration. Globally recognized companies have also established in the state and are benefiting from the […]
Mississippi Spurs Innovation
Mississippi has played a pivotal role in the aviation and aerospace industry for decades. From research institutions to military facilities to private companies, the state has made a broad range of influence in the industry. The state is also home to NASA’s largest rocket testing facility, Stennis Space Center. A key factor in the Aviation […]
The Aviation & Aerospace Industry in Alabama
Alabama has played an integral role in the nation’s aviation and aerospace industry for over a century when the first flight school was established by the Wright Brothers. From private companies to military institutions to research and testing facilities, Alabama is one of the leading states in the industry. “The aerospace industry represents a cornerstone […]
Florida – A Leader in Aerospace & Aviation
One of the first things people think of when they think of Florida is space exploration. Florida is a global leader in the aviation and aerospace industry and has captivated and inspired the world ever since the famous launch that landed the first humans on the moon. It is no wonder that the state has […]
An Aerospace, Aviation & Space Corridor of Excellence
It’s no secret that the aviation and aerospace industry is booming in the four-state Aerospace Alliance region, but exactly how much is it growing? Industry growth rates in the four states consistently and substantially outpace the national averages. And what makes this growth possible? A skilled and available workforce with an ever-increasing talent pipeline. The […]
Florida – A State Synonymous with Space
The Aerospace Alliance is deeply grateful for our corporate partnerships, all of which enhance our position as global hub for aviation, aerospace and space. Through partnership support with marketing and events, our states continue to welcome aviation and aerospace industries of all sizes – leveraging our world class assets, ready sites and a trained and […]