Ohio is more than just the birthplace of flight. Today, the state is home to more than 600 private aerospace and defense companies, making it the premier location for industry success.
In Ohio, we are building upon our storied history and taking off as a national leader in aerospace and aviation. In addition to our rich aerospace heritage and broad industry presence, the state’s success in aerospace can be traced directly to numerous unique assets:
- A skilled workforce consisting of more than 66,000 civilian employees – nearly double the national average;
- More than 450 centrally located aeropropulsion and power manufacturers and suppliers;
- 10 aerospace-related doctoral programs at Ohio universities;
- A world-class research environment, with two dedicated federal aerospace laboratories, including the NASA Glenn Research Center, a national center focused on aerospace technology and the only NASA Center in the Northern United States; and
- A location within 1,000 kilometers of 62 percent of North American manufacturing capacity – giving companies in Ohio quick and easy access to partners across the country.
It aIl adds up to an unbeatable location for companies to start, grow, or relocate their business in a state leading the way in aerospace and aviation innovation.
