Press Release | 10/18/2024

Hillwood Welcomes AVX Aircraft Company to Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport

AVX Aircraft’s new headquarters will include prototyping and testing space for the development of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)

FORT WORTH, TX – (October 18, 2024) Hillwood and Alliance Aviation Services welcome AVX Aircraft Company, a pioneering aerospace corporation specializing in advanced vertical lift technology solutions, to Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport. AVX’s decision to establish its headquarters at this strategic location marks a significant commitment to advance innovation and growth in the aviation industry in Hillwood’s AllianceTexas development.

AVX Aircraft Company brings a team of 40 engineers and professionals dedicated to expanding and testing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for military and commercial applications. With its new 14,000-square-foot office space and 7,000-square-foot of prototyping and testing space, AVX is poised to accelerate its efforts in advancing vertical lift technology. Moreover, AVX anticipates doubling its workforce within the next year, further solidifying its commitment to drive progress and innovation in the aerospace sector.

“Over the past 18 years, our focus has been on innovative design, and our new headquarters and prototyping shop will give us a competitive edge as we advance technology in our industry,” said AVX President Kendall Goodman. “Our team of highly trained engineers, aviation professionals and former military personnel feel right at home at this aerospace and technology hub that Perot Field provides.”

North Texas has long been synonymous with aviation and aerospace excellence, with major industry players such as Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Bell Textron, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Boeing’s Global Services all calling Dallas-Fort Worth home. AllianceTexas, a 27,000-acre master-planned development, is also a hub for next-generation initiatives like the Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ), which provides a robust ecosystem for mobility visionaries to scale and commercialize new technologies.

“AVX’s focus on advancement in the aerospace sector makes it the perfect customer to establish a presence at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport and the AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation Zone,” said Bill Burton, executive vice president of marketing and development at Hillwood. “We’re excited to see how they evolve mobility technology in North Texas.”

The 13901 Aviator Way building offers Class A office and hangar space for lease with a private, secure tenant entry and direct ramp access. The building also features a recently renovated Fixed Base Operation (FBO), providing upgraded facilities and convenience.

 

About AVX Aircraft

AVX Aircraft Company was founded with a vision of bringing advanced vertical lift solutions to the marketplace.  Their innovative design technology has shown broad application to demanding military missions. Highly experienced engineers and professionals have created innovative designs, that use modern technology, to deliver visionary performance in the vertical lift environment. AVX is currently expanding its UAV designs for commercial and military applications. AVX has refined and matured its coaxial rotor design through competing in numerous U. S. Military aircraft development programs. AVX Aircraft Company is a horizontally integrated company that offers exciting opportunities for creative engineers wishing to work in unique environment where imagination is the only limit.

 

About AllianceTexas

Developed by Hillwood, AllianceTexas is an unparalleled regional success story that has transformed the North Texas economy and connected the area to global industry. Consisting of 27,000 acres, the development is anchored by the world’s first dedicated industrial airport, Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW), and hosts one of the nation’s premier intermodal hubs. Today, AllianceTexas is home to 575 companies that have created more than 66,000 direct jobs and have approximately 58 million square feet of developed commercial real estate assets. The development’s cumulative impact since 1989 is an estimated $120 billion for the North Texas region. For additional information, please visit www.alliancetexas.com.

The AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ) spans the 27,000-acre industrial-focused, public-private ecosystem that brings policymakers and industry innovators together to propel surface and air mobility forward. By leveraging its one-of-a-kind infrastructure, the MIZ offers unparalleled resources to comprehensively scale and commercialize the latest logistics and mobility technologies. For more information on the AllianceTexas MIZ and how your organization can be part of this industry-shaping environment, visit www.alliancetexasmiz.com.

 

About Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport

Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (AFW) is the world’s first industrial airport designed for cargo and corporate aviation traffic. AFW features a vast array of flight services, including air cargo, corporate, private, and military aviation, and is the cornerstone for the nation’s fastest-growing industrial complex and the AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation Zone. Owned by the City of Fort Worth and managed by privately held Alliance Air Services, AFW provides state-of-the-art infrastructure and an award-winning FAA air traffic control tower. The attached FBO has been ranked among the finest in the U.S. by industry publications and fuel service providers. For more information, please visit www.perotfield.com.