Ampaire celebrated the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art headquarters at Long Beach Airport with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 27, 2024. This event marked a significant milestone in Ampaire’s mission to revolutionize air travel with sustainable and innovative solutions. New headquarters will support Ampaire growing team and expanded research and development initiatives. It will also serve as a base for collaboration with key partners and stakeholders in the aviation and clean energy sectors.
Kevin Noertker, CEO of Ampaire commented: “We are thrilled to have opened our new headquarters at Long Beach Airport. This facility will not only be the heart of our operations but also a hub for innovation, where we will continue to develop and deploy cutting-edge electric aircraft technologies. Our new location strengthens our commitment to sustainability and our mission to lead the aviation industry into a new era of eco-friendly flight.”
Mayor Rex Richardson stated: “We are excited to welcome Ampaire to Long Beach. Their presence at our airport is a testament to Long Beach’s status as a leading center for aviation innovation and clean technology. Ampaire’s pioneering work in electric aviation aligns perfectly with our city’s commitment to sustainability and economic development.”
Ampaire' move to Long Beach Airport underscores its dedication to fostering local economic growth and community engagement. The company is poised to contribute significantly to the region’s aerospace ecosystem, creating new jobs and advancing technological advancements that benefit both the environment and the economy.
Dr. Evelyn N. Wang, Director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy added: “Ampaire’s journey to the state-of-the-art facility at Long Beach Airport is a testament to the power of innovation and collaboration. At ARPA-E, we are proud to support pioneers like Ampaire, whose groundbreaking work in hybrid-electric aviation is reshaping the future of flight.”
Christina Angelides, Managing Director, Policy at Elemental Excelerator said: “The opening of Ampaire’s new headquarters is another important milestone on their journey to transforming the aviation industry. Their aircraft systems not only reduce emissions, but they also reduce pollution and noise in surrounding neighborhoods impacted by airports. As a proud investor in the company, we are excited about the scale of Ampaire's solution and the deep local impact the team can deliver.”
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