Mexico’s aerospace industry projects doubling its value

The Mexican aerospace industry is advancing steadily, consolidating its global position with projected annual growth of 15%.

FAMEX 2025 highlighted national innovations, international cooperation, and sustainability, reaffirming Mexico as a leader in aviation.

Mexico has established itself as one of the top destinations for foreign investment in the aerospace industry, ranking fifth worldwide. According to data from the Mexican Aerospace Industry Federation (FEMIA), the Mexican aerospace market is valued at US$11.2 billion and is projected to reach US$22.7 billion by 2029, driven by annual growth of more than 15%.

At the end of the first half of 2024, 386 aerospace companies were operating in the country in 19 states, with 370 specialized plants generating more than 50,000 direct jobs and 190,000 indirect jobs. This progress has positioned Mexico as the world's twelfth largest exporter of aerospace components.

In this context, the 2025 Mexico Aerospace Fair (FAMEX), held from April 23 to 26 at the No. 1 Military Air Base in Santa Lucía, reaffirmed the country's strategic position in the sector. It brought together 337 companies, representatives from 48 countries, and 73 aircraft, including models such as the F-35 and the Airbus A400M. Twenty air forces, 12 universities, and diplomats from 40 nations also participated.