The ease and accessibility of the Grand Junction Regional Airport combined with the mild and beautiful weather provide the perfect base for the aviation/aerospace industries.The Grand Valley has several other industry advantages for the aviation/aerospce industry such as a qualified, skilled workforce, a mechanical engineering program at Mesa State College, and of course tax credits such as the Colorado Aircraft Manufacturer New Employee Tax Credit.
Lewis Engineering is a contract precision machine shop complemented with manufacturing and design engineering. We specialize in aerospace products, turbine engine components, rapid prototyping, and industrial pumps, but our capabilities are applicable to any industry that requires precision machined parts.Twin Otter Airborne Research, Inc. provides various aerial services as well as engineering and technical support to the Science Community.West Star Aviation, the area's premier FBO, boasts a 10,500' x 150' runway with a private terminal, aircraft leasing and full aircraft services. West Star Aviation has been named as a top maintenance provider six consecutive times in Professional Pilot Magazine.GJEP is pleased to be supported by the aviation/aerospace industry.*note: the above referenced companies do not represent an all-inclusive list.