Ohio’s Advanced Aerospace and Defense Super Sector connects space, advanced air mobility, military & federal, and commercial aerospace into a trillion-dollar, hyper-growth ecosystem unlike anywhere else. Top aerospace companies, defense contractors, federal missions, and aviation manufacturers and suppliers are coming to Ohio to be part of a sustainable business environment where groundbreaking research, development, and big ideas seamlessly come together to minimize friction and maximize collaboration. 

Our state’s supportive business climate, strong regulatory environment, and convergence of talent, innovation, and logistics create unmatched opportunities for aerospace and defense companies and missions. Limits are tested, supply chains are optimized, and businesses benefit from proximity to mission-critical partners and providers. Combined with a high quality of life and low cost of living, it’s no wonder Ohio has a long legacy—and a strong future—of aerospace and defense innovation.