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JetZero to Build $4.7 Billion Z4 Production Facility in North Carolina

Backed by more than $1.1 billion in state performance incentives, the facility is slated to break ground in the first half of 2026.

FILE - North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein speaks to reporters after a Council of State meeting at the state Department of Transportation building in Raleigh, N.C., Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 (AP Photo/Gary D. Robertson,File)
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Overview

  • JetZero announced a $4.7 billion investment at Piedmont Triad International Airport to produce its blended wing body Z4 aircraft.
  • North Carolina is providing over $1.1 billion in performance incentives contingent on creating more than 14,500 jobs between 2027 and 2036.
  • The company is partnering with Siemens to design and automate the greenfield factory using digital and AI-driven production tools.
  • The North Carolina Community College System will develop a custom $22 million training program to staff thousands of manufacturing and engineering positions.
  • JetZero has secured investments and conditional aircraft orders from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines as it aims for first deliveries in the early 2030s.