L2 Aviation invests $12.2M to establish manufacturing operations in Kentucky
L2 Aviation has announced plans to open a new manufacturing facility in Boone County, Kentucky. The company, which focuses on avionics design, consulting, manufacturing, and engineering, will invest $12.2 million into the project, generating 250 new jobs for the surrounding area. L2 Aviation intends to locate in an existing office and production facility, as well as a hangar at CVG Airport. According to the company, the two new facilities will allow L2 Aviation to increase production, storage and overall operating efficiency. Production at the new location is expected to begin in 2025.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, L2 Aviation Chief Operating Officer Tony Bailey said, “On behalf of all of L2 Aviation, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks and commendation to the state of Kentucky, the CVG Airport Authority and BE-NKY for their incredible support in helping us realize our vision of establishing a footprint at CVG airport. Their unwavering commitment to fostering growth and creating a welcoming business environment has made this milestone possible. We are thrilled to join this thriving community and look forward to contributing to its continued success while advancing our mission to deliver unparalleled aviation solutions. Thank you for making this journey possible.”
Governor Andy Beshear added, “The continued expansion and versatility of Kentucky’s key industries is among our state’s greatest economic strengths. Our aviation and aerospace sector has seen tremendous growth in recent years, and this investment from L2 Aviation will not only add to that but, more important, it will bring hundreds of job opportunities to the Northern Kentucky region. I want to thank the company’s leadership for their commitment to Kentucky and welcome them to their New Kentucky Home.”
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During her tenure, Alexis worked to develop the brand’s digital strategy and helped launch and produce Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast. She also created The Lighter Side of Manufacturing, a weekly blog that explored the inventive and sometimes humorous side of the industry.
Alexis co-founded Influential Women in Manufacturing, a recognition program that honored 49 women in its first two years, earned an industry award for Best Product Launch, and received a proclamation from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and a commendation from U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.
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