International Aerospace Coatings Opens Amarillo Hangar
The new facility expands aircraft painting capacity at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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International Aerospace Coatings has opened a 79,000-square-foot hangar in Amarillo. The site is designed to accommodate wide-body aircraft and adds 70 full-time jobs.
Why it matters
The expansion reinforces the company's long-term commitment to the city after 30 years of operation. The new facility is expected to significantly boost the local economic tax base.
The new 79,000-square-foot facility is projected to add $28 million to the Amarillo tax base. It creates 70 full-time jobs, building on the company's 30-year local history.
The players
International Aerospace Coatings
An aviation services company that has maintained operations in Amarillo for three decades.
The details
The hangar, which held its ribbon-cutting ceremony recently, is only one of two in Amarillo capable of handling wide-body aircraft. It provides specialized space for the painting of large-scale aviation vessels.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: The new hangar officially opens in Amarillo.
1996: International Aerospace Coatings establishes its first location in the city.
Market Landscape
This opening reflects the aviation industry's trend toward increasing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capacity to service wide-body fleets. By expanding its local footprint, International Aerospace Coatings solidifies its position against regional competitors in the aviation service sector.
Residents may see an increase in local job opportunities with the addition of 70 new full-time roles at the airport. The broader economic benefit is expected to manifest through a $28 million boost to the local tax base over time.
The takeaway
The expansion at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport signals a stable growth phase for the city's aerospace sector. This project demonstrates how specialized industrial infrastructure can serve as a long-term anchor for local employment and tax revenue.
Further reading
For more information on local commercial updates, visit the Amarillo Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Amarillo Tribune.
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