To meet the needs of the American market, developing its presence in the United States is an essential step for Aura Aero, which is also continuing its industrial roll-out in Europe, notably with the Aura factory project at Toulouse-Francazal airport in France. As such it has selected Volusia County at Daytona Beach International airport in Florida as the site of its 500,000 square foot manufacturing and assembly plant.

“Aura Aero’s decision to establish its US headquarters at the Daytona Beach International airport is a tremendous win for aerospace, aviation, education, the local and regional economy, and the people of Volusia County,” says Volusia County manager George Recktenwald. “This partnership not only highlights the strength and strategic importance of our airport, it also positions our community as a hub for cutting-edge technology and opens the door for other innovative companies to choose Volusia County.”

Over the past decade, Volusia County has seen tremendous growth including the creation of over 7,000 jobs with a total economic impact of over $2 billion.

Aura Aero CEO Jérémy Caussade is enthusiastic about the area and the strong welcome and support he’s received from community leaders and industry and academic partners: “We couldn't be more pleased to partner with the State of Florida, Volusia County, the Daytona Beach International airport and other key partners as we advance our mission to design and manufacture electric aircraft that link territories and accelerate the decarbonisation of aviation,” he says. “This area and its leadership support economic growth and development along with technological advancement, and we’re excited to be a part of its future development while providing high-valued jobs that will dramatically change the aviation industry.”

The facility will manufacture and assemble Aura Aero's ERA hybrid-electric regional aircraft with the goal of producing 100 ERAs per year. Construction is expected to begin in 2026, and the plant is estimated to be operational in Q4 2028.

According to Embry-Riddle president P Barry Butler, PhD: “Through the generous gifts and support of philanthropists Cici and Hyatt Brown, as well as strong industry partnerships, Embry-Riddle has been able to make transformational expansions and create a career pipeline for students in aviation, aerospace and other STEM-related fields. As an invaluable corporate partner, Aura Aero, an anchor tenant at our Research Park, will continue to be a vital partner with our university and research community to bring its vision to the world.”

Keith Norden, president and CEO of Team Volusia Economic Development Council (EDC), shares: “Since January 2023, Team Volusia EDC has had the opportunity to work with Aura Aero during its US site selection process, promoting the many geographic and strategic benefits of locating in Volusia County. We are excited to join the State of Florida, Volusia County, the CEO Business Alliance and all our excellent regional partners in welcoming Aura Aero to our community.”