ARKANSAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
See us at Farnborough International Airshow 2026 · Booth: 3125
At AEDC, we know economic advancement doesn't happen by accident. We work strategically with businesses and communities to create strong economic opportunities, making Arkansas the natural choice for success.
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Aerospace, Defense & Security
Co-exhibitors
Booth : 3125
Arkansas Aerospace & Defense Alliance
Little Rock, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Aviation Repair Technologies
Blytheville, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport
Little Rock, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Coorstek
Golden, Colorado, United States
Booth : 3125
Galley Support Innovations
Sherwood, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Highland Industrial Park
Camden, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce
Little Rock, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Nabholz Construction Company
Little Rock, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Northwest Arkansas Council
Springdale, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Ozark Integrated Circuits, Inc
Fayetteville, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
Power Technology
Alexander, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
RCAL Products
Prairie Grove, Arkansas (AR), United States
Booth : 3125
World Trade Center Arkansas
Rogers, Arkansas (AR), United States
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Arkansas State Delegate Directory
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Learn more about team Arkansas, the companies, and community partners attending the Paris Air Show.
Arkansas Executive Overview - Aerospace and Defense
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Arkansas offers a robust business climate for aerospace and defense companies, providing a low cost of doing business and a talented workforce. This strong business climate, coupled with the state’s unparalleled quality of life and beautiful outdoors, makes Arkansas a prime destination for the aerospace and defense industry.
Aerospace in Arkansas
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
The aerospace and defense industry is soaring in Arkansas. The state is attracting investment and expansions, growing its workforce, and exporting essential aerospace and defense products.
Aerospace & Defense Industry in Arkansas | AEDC
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Aerospace and defense is the state’s leading export by revenue with more than 150 industrial facilities and operations around the state. Companies like Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, General Dynamics, and RTX, have chosen to locate and expand in Arkansas, highlighting the local and state support for aerospace and defense companies thriving in the Natural State.
2025 Arkansas Economic Development Guide
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
The Arkansas Economic Development Guide covers a wide range of topics related to the state’s economic development efforts, from workforce development to lifestyle amenities. Topics include Arkansas’ economic diversity, tax cuts, foreign investment, remote work, and key industries, including steel, aerospace and defense, food and beverage, and others.
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Aerospace and Defense - Key Industry in Arkansas
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Aerospace and aviation represents Arkansas’ #1 export with over 11,000 employees in the industry. See why Arkansas is the natural choice for business success.
Why Arkansas?
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Hear from executives of Europe-based companies talk about doing business in Arkansas. With a low cost of doing business, low cost of living, and a pro-business environment, Arkansas is the right choice for a growing number of successful companies across a wide range of industries, including Aerospace & Defense, Food & Beverage, Metals, Timber & Forest Products, Technology, Manufacturing, and others. Centered between Canada and Mexico, and located in the middle of the United States, Arkansas is strategically placed to reach tens of millions of people easily and cost-efficiently. Our unemployment rate consistently ranks below the national average.
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At AEDC, we know economic advancement doesn't happen by accident. We work strategically with businesses and communities to create strong economic opportunities, making Arkansas the natural choice for success.
Arkansas is a pro-business environment that operates leaner and faster through a streamlined state government designed to act decisively on corporate interests.
Led by a governor who operates like a CEO, the state delivers nimble solutions that companies need to efficiently expand and thrive in a competitive global economy.
Products & Services: Economic Development / Government / Government Agency / Recruitment / Paris Air Show /SME Resources
Arkansas is a pro-business environment that operates leaner and faster through a streamlined state government designed to act decisively on corporate interests.
Led by a governor who operates like a CEO, the state delivers nimble solutions that companies need to efficiently expand and thrive in a competitive global economy.
Products & Services: Economic Development / Government / Government Agency / Recruitment / Paris Air Show /SME Resources
