Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that AAR CORP., a leading provider in the aviation industry for commercial and governmental operators, is committed to investing up to $9.5 million expanding operations at its Wellington facility. Once completed, AAR will expand its workforce with up to 100 new job opportunities.
“AAR CORP. is a well-established company and a top competitor in aviation with a worldwide market,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “Their expansion not only will bring new jobs to south-central Kansas but will further strengthen our powerful aviation ecosystem, which benefits the entire state.”
AAR CORP. provides aviation services such as maintenance, repair and operations (MRO); original equipment manufacturer (OEM), and other supply chain and distribution solutions to commercial and government customers worldwide. Their aftermarket expertise and award-winning solutions help their clients increase efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining high levels of quality, service and safety.
“We are excited to strengthen our operations and contribute to the local economy by increasing our workforce,” AAR General Manager of Component Services – Wellington Ben Murrell said. “This growth will enhance our ability to service our global customers and meet the demand for an even larger aviation presence in Kansas.”
AAR CORP. will add 100,000 square feet to its established components facility in Sumner County and is expected to start operating in the expanded area in April.
The standing facility has been operating for nearly 60 years, providing MRO services to military and commercial aircraft operators around the globe. With the expansion, AAR will be able to add products to its already extensive portfolio of capabilities.
About AAR CORP.:
AAR is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago area, AAR supports commercial and government customers through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services. Additional information can be found at aarcorp.com.
About the Kansas Department of Commerce:
As the state’s lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce’s project successes, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazine’s prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governor’s Cup by Site Selection Magazine.
Contact:
Patrick Lowry
785-250-4562
Patrick.Lowry@ks.gov
