Aerospace
Where Investment Opportunities Take Off
The British Columbia (B.C.) aerospace sector is globally recognized for its exceptional delivery of specialized products and services, reaching great heights of success. B.C. is ideally situated between the Asia Pacific, Pacific Northwest and Canada’s growing aerospace industry.
In addition to its close proximity to Boeing facilities in Seattle, B.C. is home to approximately 200 aerospace companies specializing in training, maintenance, manufacturing, security and more. The industry generates $2.5 billion in revenue annually and directly employs almost 9,000 people.
Industry Highlights
Learn why global businesses expand to B.C., Canada
Competitive Advantages of B.C.’s Aerospace Sector
The aerospace industry in B.C. has seen significant growth in recent years, with multiple businesses delivering components and services to the global market. We offer:
Aerospace education, training, and simulation
Training opportunities for pilots, air traffic controllers, airport operations, floatplane operations, and aircraft maintenance.
Aircraft production and complex parts production
B.C. is home to leading-edge design and manufacturing companies, providing essential services to the aerospace industry.
Tooling, fabrication, and processes
create your own business or choose from one of the many companies offering aerospace communications, systems integration, and user interface and graphic design.
Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul
Local operations provide comprehensive maintenance services for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft to military and commercial customers.
Security, surveillance, and information management
Training opportunities for pilots, air traffic controllers, airport operations, floatplane operations, and aircraft maintenance.
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Industry Organizations
Aerospace News & Stories
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