News Summary
Embraer has launched a new commercial Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. This development is part of an expansion strategy aimed at enhancing customer support capacity by 53% and creating 250 new aviation jobs in the area. Supported by local and state authorities, the facility begins operating with existing hangar space and plans for further expansion by 2027, solidifying Fort Worth’s status as a key aviation hub.
Texas has become the site of significant growth in the aviation sector with the recent launch of Embraer’s new commercial Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth. This facility marks a notable expansion of Embraer’s support infrastructure in the United States, with operations officially commencing in an existing hangar. It is anticipated that the new facility will increase Embraer’s customer support capacity across the nation by 53%. The total investment in this state-of-the-art facility amounts to up to $70 million.
The establishment of the MRO location is a collaborative effort between Embraer, the City of Fort Worth, and the State of Texas. Alongside the existing operations, plans are underway for the construction of a second hangar, slated for completion in 2027. This expansion is expected to generate approximately 250 new jobs within the Texas aviation sector, contributing to the state’s economic growth.
Frank Stevens, Vice President of Global MRO Centres at Embraer Services & Support, has expressed excitement regarding the facility’s opening, acknowledging the vital support from local and state governments that facilitated this initiative. The Fort Worth center is notable as Embraer’s 13th company-owned MRO facility globally, adding to a robust support network consisting of over 80 authorized service centers worldwide.
In a further demonstration of its operational capabilities, Embraer announced that it has secured its first maintenance customer for this new facility: U.S. regional carrier CommuteAir. The airline operates a fleet of 59 ERJ145 aircraft, providing over 200 daily flights on behalf of United Airlines. The newly inked MRO contract, signed just two days after the facility’s opening, encompasses inventory management and repair services tailored specifically for CommuteAir’s fleet.
Embraer’s Services & Support division revealed that it currently boasts a record backlog of $4.6 billion, attributed largely to long-term contracts, including those with CommuteAir. The significance of this business expansion is underscored by Embraer’s Market Outlook 2025 report, which projects the delivery of 2,960 new aircraft from 2025 to 2044, consisting of 2,680 jets and 280 turboprops. The establishment of the Fort Worth MRO facility aims not only to bolster operational efficiency but also to minimize aircraft downtime for clients, ensuring enhanced service delivery.
Additionally, the news of Embraer’s expansion coincides with other developments at Perot Field Alliance Airport. MTU Maintenance recently announced a 30-year lease to expand its operations at the same airport, with an investment of $120 million anticipated to create 1,200 new jobs. This collective growth within the aviation sector at Perot Field signifies Fort Worth’s emergence as a prime location for business expansion and innovation.
As the aviation industry recovers from past challenges, Embraer’s commitment to increasing its footprint in Texas illustrates the growing demand for aviation services and support in the United States. With significant investments and job creation on the horizon, the new MRO facility in Fort Worth not only enhances Embraer’s service capability but also strengthens Texas’s role as a key player in the global aviation market.
The Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership has emphasized the importance of this facility, positioning the region as an attractive environment for aviation-related businesses. With both Embraer and MTU Maintenance expanding operations in the area, the future looks promising for Texas’s aviation workforce and the wider economy.
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