Aero-Flite Expands with New Hangar

Aero-Flite Inc. is pleased to announce the completion of a second hangar in Spokane, Washington, enabling the company to meet the significantly increased demand for the Dash 8-400 airtanker. The new hangar is adjacent to Aero-Flite’s current facility and adds 36,800 sq ft to the company’s existing footprint.

“Aero-Flite is growing and the customer response to the new Dash 8-400 airtanker has been so strong it is challenging to keep up with wildfire agency requests. In response, we are growing our fleet, expecting two new airtankers next year with production slots for new airtankers booked through 2026. This growth will allow us to continue creating new career pathway jobs, doing meaningful work, at a living wage in the Spokane area and the State of Washington. It also means we need more space to complete our heavy winter maintenance. Our current facility is around 33,000 sq ft, so this adds more than doubles our operational maintenance space,” shares Chris Niemann, General Manager at Aero-Flite.  Read more on the Spokesman-Review…