Event showcases Pennsylvania’s global leadership in aerospace and aviation | News

HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry has partnered with Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, chair of the Aerospace States Association, and the Keystone Space Collaborative to host the third annual Aerospace and Aviation Day at the state Capitol.

Last Monday’s event brought together students, industry leaders, policymakers, educators and innovators to showcase Pennsylvania’s expanding global leadership in aerospace and aviation, while advancing important conversations about the investments and reforms needed to accelerate growth now and for future generations.

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