In addition, the expansive grounds of the former Strategic Air Command base now host a thriving aircraft maintenance ecosystem. “Our airport is in many ways a one-stop shop for commercial aircraft refurbishment,” Cole points out. The facility houses multiple Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations, creating a comprehensive service center for commercial aviation. Key players in this specialized ecosystem include Dean Baldwin Painting, which handles aircraft exterior finishing, while CAVU and AerSale provide comprehensive maintenance services. “We’d like Roswell to be a one-stop shop. You can get your aircraft painted, you can get it refurbished, restored, all those things in one location at our airfield,” Cole emphasizes. This concentration of complementary services creates operational efficiencies that few regional airports can match. The airport’s physical attributes provide unique advantages for MRO operations.“The airport is very expansive, being a former strategic SAC base. So, we’ve got a lot of room,” Cole notes. This abundant space allows for simultaneous servicing of multiple large commercial aircraft, a capability increasingly rare among regional airports. The specialized workforce supporting these operations represents a significant economic driver for the region. SOUTHEAST AIRPORT EXPANSION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH ADJACENT TO THE AIRPORT The southeast quadrant of Roswell Air Center represents prime territory for aviation infrastructure growth. “We are running utility lines, water, sewer, electricity, and gas,” Cole explains, describing preparations that will transform currently underutilized areas. This strategic investment lays groundwork for significant expansion. Specific development zones have been identified within the sprawling airport property. “On the southeast side of the airport we see vacant or no longer active taxiways as a perfect place to build large hangars, whether it’s MRO, more painting facilities for aircraft or what have you,” Cole details. The utility expansion makes these locations shovelready for prospective tenants. 175 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 03 ROSWELL AIR CENTER
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