It is always good news when a general aviation airport sees positive growth, such as the new business activity at Kerrville/Kerr County Airport (KERV), which is becoming a magnet for aerospace companies. KERV is the long-time location of Mooney International Corporation (formerly Mooney Aircraft) and is now home to Gulf Avionics after the company recently relocated their headquarters and operations into 7,000 square feet of space at one of the airport’s hangars. The move will create 50 avionics and aerospace jobs in the next five years. The new jobs, specifically the avionics technicians, will earn upward of $75,000 in annual wages, which will infuse more than $16 million into the local economy, according to the company.
Kerrville Airport Sees New Growth with Business Aerospace Cluster
Key Takeaways:
- Kerrville/Kerr County Airport (KERV) is rapidly expanding its aerospace sector, becoming an attractive hub for companies like Gulf Avionics and Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing.
- These new additions are projected to create a combined total of 450 jobs and generate substantial economic benefits, including over $98 million in economic output and capital investment for the local community.
- KERV's growth is fostering a thriving "aerospace cluster," driven by its strategic location, workforce advantages, supply-chain networks, and a high concentration of aircraft owners and operators in the region.
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