Congressman Bean Encourages Otto Aviation to Bring Innovation to Northeast Florida

May 20, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON— Today, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) is calling on Otto Aviation, a pioneer in revolutionary aircraft design, to consider Cecil Airport in Jacksonville, Florida, as its next home for expansion and development. Congressman Bean said , “There’s no better place for Otto Aviation’s headquarters and manufacturing facility than Jacksonville, Florida, where our nation’s brightest engineering minds are pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. From Cecil Airport and world-class infrastructure to a top-tier workforce and thriving business-friendly climate, our city is perfectly positioned to help Otto Aviation reach its goals and drive economic growth. The First Coast isn’t just a location—it’s an aviation powerhouse waiting for takeoff.” ADDITIONAL INFORMATION According to the Jacksonville Daily Record, Otto Aviation is a Texas-based aviation startup that is considering building a passenger plane manufacturing and production facility at Cecil Airport. Otto Aviation’s expansion into Jacksonville represents a major investment in our economy, with plans to inject $430 million into the region while creating 400 high-paying jobs with an average salary of $90,000 by 2031. This groundbreaking project would not only strengthen Jacksonville’s position as a hub for aerospace innovation but also set the stage for long-term economic growth, as Otto Aviation projects expanding its workforce to 1,200 jobs by 2040. ###