Embraer has begun construction on a new MRO facility for commercial jets at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth. The ground-breaking ceremony gathered local leaders, Embraer executives, and partner representatives to celebrate this major step forward.
The new hangar, designed with the latest technology, is due to open in 2027. Once operational, it will boost Embraer’s capacity to serve E-Jet customers across the United States by 53%. The project involves an investment of up to US$70 million and will create around 250 skilled aviation jobs in Texas.
In partnership with the City of Fort Worth, Denton County, and the State of Texas, Embraer began operations at Alliance Airport earlier this year using an existing hangar. This collaboration reflects the company’s growing presence and confidence in the region’s aerospace industry.
Francisco Gomes Neto, President and CEO of Embraer, said the expansion marked an important milestone. “We are honoured to be here in Fort Worth – a city that represents innovation, resilience, and opportunity – to celebrate the start of our new MRO facility at Perot Field Alliance Airport. This moment marks a new chapter in Embraer’s journey in the United States, a country where we’ve been for more than 46 years. With an investment of up to US$70 million and the creation of 250 new skilled aviation jobs, this facility symbolises our long-term commitment to the U.S. market.”
The new Fort Worth service centre will join Embraer’s global network of more than 80 authorised service centres and 13 Embraer-owned service centres worldwide. It will strengthen the company’s maintenance footprint and support continued growth in North America.
