What Happened
Wichita-Based Aerospace Supplier Recognized For Excellence
Harlow Aerostructures, a Wichita-based aerospace supplier, has received the 2026 Kansas Small Business Persons of the Year award from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The company was nominated by Textron Aviation Defense for its performance, innovation, quality, and growth. Harlow Aerostructures supplies complex machined components and subassemblies for general aviation, commercial, and defense programs. The award was presented during National Small Business Week, with Wichita Mayor Lily Wu acknowledging the company’s executive team. This recognition highlights the value of small businesses in the aerospace industry, as reported by Cessna (Textron Aviation).