The new AERALIS jet is a "generational opportunity" for Ayrshire, says @alangemmell MP. With the skills pipeline building at @GPAPassenger, both he and @AeralisJet say the UK Government must now commit. "We just want to get on with it." Here's @geoallison's video report. https://t.co/AVc7t6OYqh
AERALIS has chosen Prestwick Airport as the site for its UK final assembly line, a decision that could mark the return of full-scale aircraft manufacturing to the region. https://t.co/u95brUbzj9
With significant design work done, and industry team assembled - clock is now ticking for UK's #Aeralis as it awaits commitment from UK to develop Hawk successor #avgeek #defence #RedArrows https://t.co/W27CH3daZF https://t.co/M3xENibzcf
Aeralis, a British aerospace company, has assembled a notable industry team and completed significant design work for its modular trainer jet, which is being considered as a potential successor to the UK's Hawk aircraft. The company has selected Prestwick Airport in Ayrshire as the site for its final assembly line, a move that could revive full-scale aircraft manufacturing in the region. Local MP Alan Gemmell described the project as a "generational opportunity" for Ayrshire, emphasizing the growing skills pipeline at Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Aeralis and regional stakeholders are urging the UK government to commit to the development program to advance the project. Meanwhile, Türkiye's Hürjet trainer aircraft is also among the candidates being considered to replace the UK's Hawk, highlighting competition in the market for advanced trainer jets.