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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights

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According to Deloitte’s 2014 Global Aerospace and Defense Outlook , the commercial aerospace sector is expected to experience significant growth this year, driven by continued record-setting production levels at assembly facilities and throughout the aerospace supplier network. Virtually every major defense contractor in the U.S.

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AAR Announces 500 New Jobs In Lake Charles, LA

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Chairman and CEO David Storch have announced the company will establish a 750-job aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operation at Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, LA. Headquartered near O’Hare International Airport, AAR employs approximately 7,000 people at more than 60 locations in 17 countries.

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Millionaire Sitt Invests $1 Million To Improve NYC Airport Infrastructure; Launches Global Gateway Alliance

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Sitt, CEO of Thor Equities is taking it upon himself to improve the infrastructure of New York City’s airports. ” Sitt continues, Our airports are often the first and last impressions visitors have of our City and country, and every bad first impression has a direct impact on economic activity. .”

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Soaring To New Heights

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Shreveport Regional Airport. The Aerospace/Defense industry reported its third consecutive year of record revenue and profit last year. The uptick came on the strength of a surging commercial aviation market that more than offset a soft defense performance. However, defense companies face an uncertain 2013. By BF Staff.

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Southern Air Relocates To Northern Kentucky

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hub at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.”. We welcome Southern Air to our community and wish the company every success as a global leader in air cargo transport,” said Rep. McHugh, CEO of Southern Air. With this relocation, we look forward to building on our strong partnership with DHL Express at its main U.S.

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Send in the Drones

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Sinclair Community College in OH has FAA approval for restricted flying of small UAVs at the Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport. The Ohio Army National Guard received approval this year as well to train at the Springfield airport with a hand-launched UAV dubbed Raven. ” The Washington, D.C. Far West U.S. Great Lakes U.S. -

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Snapshots: 60 Seconds… With Bill Hagerty, Commissioner, Tennessee Department Of Economic And Community Development

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Tennessee’s strength in transportation and logistics offer unparalleled access to all markets within the U.S. BF: The airport in Memphis is one of the world’s busiest air cargo facilities, home to FedEx’s North American shipping hub. BH: Tennessee has a distinct competitive strength in transportation and logistics. Far West U.S.