Articles from July 2026

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Aerospace hub initiative leverages University of Iowa flight-test capabilities, could create opportunities to stay in Iowa

Thursday, July 9, 2026

https://engineering.uiowa.edu/news-all/2026/07/aerospace-hub-initiative-leverages-university-iowa-flight-test-capabilities-could

As public and private sector leaders in Iowa launch the Ascentus Aerospace Hub initiative to attract aerospace investment and accelerate innovation, forces in industry, infrastructure, workforce development, and research are being combined to create an environment where aerospace and aviation companies can thrive and skilled graduates find reasons to stay in Iowa.