Aerospace Growth in Oklahoma: New Engine Test Facility Near Tulsa

Tulsa, OK-Oklahoma’s Aerospace Legacy Meets New Expansion

Oklahoma’s ties to aviation run deep — from Wiley Post and Clyde Cessna to Will Rogers, who helped put the state on the world aviation map. Today, that legacy grows stronger as the state works to attract new companies in the aerospace sector.

Agile Space Industries Brings Engine Test Facility to Tulsa

At a recent announcement, Artemis Group senior partner Gabe Sherman confirmed that Agile Space Industries will break ground on a new engine test facility near Tulsa this fall. The project signals Oklahoma’s ability to compete nationally for aerospace development.

Artemis Group Senior Partner Gabe Sherman

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Sherman said: “The business environment, workforce training, and geographic location are all working in our favor.”

The facility is expected to support advanced propulsion testing, creating high-skilled jobs and drawing further investment.

Why Oklahoma is Positioned for Aerospace Growth

• Central U.S. location for logistics and defense contracts

• A skilled workforce with technical training pipelines

• History of military and private sector aviation expertise

This facility could be a cornerstone for attracting more aerospace companies to Oklahoma.