Industry Spotlight AVIATION/DEFENSE
“Lockheed has grown significantly since 2001,
when we were awarded the development
contract for the F-35 Lightning II fighter.”
Joe Stout, director of communications for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
in North Texas since the early days of flight,
and the presence of associated industries
in the area reflects it. American Airlines’
growth has been driven by the airline
industry as a whole.
Employing around 25,000 workers, the
airline’s global routes connecting through its
hub at DFW Airport have been a catalyst for
regional growth. Its financial impact on the
state is estimated at more than $26 billion
annually, and much of that remains within
the DFW area.
20 North Texas Magazine
The North Texas region has proven to
be an ideal location for growth and success.
With its talented workforce, positive
business climate and centralized location,
the area continues to maintain its edge
as a leader in the fields of aviation,
aerospace and defense, affording both a
national and global reach to customers
and suppliers. z
Bell Helicopter’s MV-22 Hero
and Lockheed Martin’s F-35.
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