Business View Magazine - January 2024

October 2022, the manufacturer completed its “Sceye Infinity” mission to the stratosphere, successfully demonstrating a novel launch method and vertical ascent after launching from the air center. That flight included a telecommunications payload that connected to mobile devices on the ground, paving the way for broadband connectivity for populations in rural areas. Sceye also can collect important system performance and flying quality data during the R&D flight that will help build the next iteration of HAPS. WORKING TOWARD A BRIGHTER FUTURE Griego is hopeful that after her term ends Lanfor will consider applying for the Air Center Director position. It would be a smooth transition given how closely the two leaders have worked together over the last couple of years, and their collective experience in the industry. Griego is looking forward to helping the air center be in a“better place than where it was in 2022,” in her last few months, which includes further strengthening PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Dean Baldwin Painting, LP www.deanbaldwinpainting.com Dean Baldwin Painting is an independent aircraft painting company that for nearly 60 years has provided expert painting services, supported by world class customer service, to the aviation industry. The company’s experience spans multiple aviation sectors including regional and major airlines, cargo, military, and corporate aircraft. Dean Baldwin Painting services approximately 350 aircraft each year through its’ three facilities. n General Airframe Support www.genairsupport.com n Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation www.chavescounty.net Roswell has an enduring heritage in aerospace and aviation. The Roswell Air Center (RAC) is the site of the former Walker US Air Force Base, and today is home to 3 MROs, major airlines, and several manufacturing activities. With high altitude, 310 days of sunshine per year, and daily commercial flights to Dallas-Fort Worth, come find out what opportunities Roswell might have for you! relationships with tenants and partners. “I love aviation and the noise and everything about (the air center),” she says. Lanfor spent several years as a general contractor and project manager in the industry before joining the air center. She recently completed her Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Science. “I (enjoy) being around aircraft,” she says.“It’s a great group of people to work with here in Roswell.” 288 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 01