Aerospace

Campania is one of the main Italian and European aerospace hubs, with a century-old tradition in the aeronautical sector and a complete and innovative supply chain. In recent decades, the Campania aeronautical sector has grown rapidly thanks to Leonardo's international collaborations, particularly with Boeing and Airbus for the production of new civil aircraft. The Region is also home to other major leading companies such as MBDA, G.E. Avio, Magnaghi Aeronautica, Tecnam, and Geven, as well as a network of specialized companies with high technological capabilities.

The Campania region's long tradition in the aeronautical sector has been enriched since 1960 by the presence of the Aeronautical Academy in Pozzuoli and the Air Force Non-Commissioned Officers School in Caserta. Over time, this context has contributed to the growth of technical and professional skills in the area.

This ecosystem includes the Italian Aerospace Research Center (CIRA), the main national center dedicated to aerospace research, which has been able to operate within a network of expertise already focused on technological innovation in the sector.

Collaboration between research centers, universities and businesses is also encouraged by the Campania Aerospace Technology District (DAC), which fuels development and cross-cutting synergies.

These are joined by other important research and innovation centers, including the IMAST District (Polymer Materials, Composites, and Structures Engineering), the Microgravity Advanced Research & Support Center (MARS), and the Institute for Microelectronics and Microsystems (IMM) of the CNR.