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Chihuahua Sees 17.2% Increase in Aerospace Exports

October 6, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Chihuahua's aerospace exports reached $1.1 billion in Q2 2026.
17.2% year-over-year increase from $965.2 million in Q2 2025.
Aerospace exports account for 1.3% of Chihuahua's total foreign sales.
Main export destinations are the US, Brazil, Canada, and Germany.

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Strategic Implications

This growth may indicate Chihuahua's increasing importance in the global aerospace supply chain. The state's focus on high-value-added manufacturing suggests a competitive advantage in producing complex aircraft components, which could attract further investment from major aerospace companies.

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What Happened

Mexican State Expands Global Presence in High-Value Manufacturing

Chihuahua’s aerospace industry has seen significant growth in international markets, with exports reaching $1.1 billion in the second quarter of 2026. This represents a 17.2% year-over-year increase, driven by sales of aircraft components and structures to countries including the US, Brazil, Canada, and Germany. The sector’s expansion is also reflected in its commercial presence in 24 countries, with leading exporters including Honeywell Aerospace, Bell, and Bombardier. According to information from the Center for Economic and Social Information, this growth cements the aerospace industry as one of Chihuahua’s high-value-added manufacturing sectors, as reported by MEXICONOW.

Source | Originally Published: October 5, 2026

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