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Reading The Future: Aerospace & Defense (40 Years of Arkansas Business)
In 2022, aerospace and defense exports made up more than 15% of the state’s total exports with more than $890 million in goods exported. read more >
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Arkansas: The Defender (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
Arkansas plays an increasingly key role in the global aerospace and defense industry. read more >
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RTX, Rafael to Build $33M Missile Facility in East Camden
The new manufacturing facility is expected to begin operations in 2025 and will build missiles for defense systems in the U.S. and Israel. read more >
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