The aerospace and defense industries need more than room to grow. They need the right infrastructure, a skilled workforce and reliable connections to move people, equipment and products efficiently. The Mid-South offers all three. Following this year’s Mid-America Aerospace + Defense Summit, industry leaders are continuing conversations about what it takes to support the next…
Whether you’re flying a corporate jet, charter aircraft or personal plane, Arkansas International Airport (KBYH)’s fixed base operator (FBO) at the Arkansas Aeroplex is designed to make every stop efficient, convenient and stress-free. Located in Blytheville, Arkansas, BYH combines the advantages of a major aviation facility with the personalized service of a community airport. Pilots…
If you’ve ever driven past the Arkansas Aeroplex on a military holiday and noticed a row of flags flying high along Flag Plaza, you already know what a sight it is. Flags of all 50 states and branches of the military, displayed in honor of Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Veterans’ Day and a…
Jet engine testing capability is one of the harder things to find in a site search. At the Arkansas Aeroplex, it’s already there, on the same campus as hangars, ramp space and an 11,600-foot runway. The test cell allows for thorough testing and maintenance of jet engines, supporting aerospace manufacturers and service providers across a…
Since 2008, Aviation Repair Technologies (ART) has built a long-term presence at the Arkansas Aeroplex by aligning its operations with what the site does best: supporting large-scale aviation work in a central, cost-effective location. In a recent conversation with ART CEO Ben Quevedo, he described that alignment as intentional. Originally focused on heavy maintenance, ART…
Aviation infrastructure is only part of what makes a site competitive. Companies also need access to a skilled workforce that understands the technical demands of modern aerospace operations. At the Arkansas Aeroplex, those two pieces come together in a way that few locations can offer. In Mississippi County, Arkansas Northeastern College (ANC) plays a direct…
This article originally appeared in Talk Business & Politics on February 22, 2026. Find it here. Archeologists have uncovered evidence that thousands of years before the Egyptians built the pyramids and the Greeks created the Parthenon, Native Americans hunted, camped and fished at Old Davidsonville. Pieces of wampum, a quantity of small cylindrical beads made…
This article originally appeared in K8 News on December 15, 2025. Find it here. BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. (KAIT) – The Arkansas Wing of the Civil Air Patrol marked a new chapter in its history with a change of command ceremony at the Arkansas Aeroplex, the former Blytheville Air Force Base. The ceremony signaled the return of…
As economic development interest in the Arkansas Aeroplex continues across aviation, logistics and industrial sectors, recent construction activity and planning efforts ensure the site remains flexible, secure and positioned for future development. Keep reading to learn more. New Warehouse Construction Underway Construction is underway on two new warehouse buildings at the Arkansas Aeroplex, expanding the…
The Arkansas Aeroplex offers a rare combination of scale, infrastructure and location that is increasingly difficult to find in today’s industrial real estate market. Once home to Blytheville Eaker Air Force Base, the site has evolved into a modern, flexible business destination supporting aerospace, defense, logistics, advanced manufacturing and related industries. For companies seeking room…