Aftermarket companies in Florida are increasing investments in capabilities, facilities and labor as the market sees significant mergers and acquisitions.
The Central Florida city has a public airport with a 3,000-ft. water runway on Lake Dora as well as a large marina and even a seaplane-themed water park.
Space Florida, a quasi-public economic development and financing agency, plans to expand the state’s aerospace footprint in south Florida and the Panhandle.
United's added capacity will come in part from operating larger aircraft on primarily leisure routes, like using a Boeing 737-700 on flights from Key West.