Lectratek expands to third office at National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence, strengthening its role in electric aviation innovation

Published: July 19, 2024
Springfield NAAMCE Street View

NAAMCE Street View (City of Springfield)

Lectratek, a pioneer in electric aviation technology, has announced the opening of its third office at the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE). This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone in Lectratek’s mission to power the future of electric aviation.

Located at Springfield-Beckley Airport in Springfield, Ohio, the center is a hub for manufacturers and operators of electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles and other vehicles used for advanced air mobility (AAM). In addition to its 30,000-square-foot office facility, NAAMCE houses 25,000 square feet of aircraft hangar space for the U.S. Air Force and private industry.

“The expansion to NAAMCE is a game-changer for Lectratek,” said Don McLaughlin, business manager for Lectratek. “Being part of this environment enables us to collaborate more effectively with key partners and stakeholders, accelerating the development and integration of advanced electric aviation technologies.”

NAAMCE provides a collaborative platform that brings together Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), NASA, the Ohio UAS Center, colleges, research institutions, and private industry. Lectratek joins 13 prominent AAM companies at the center, including Joby Aviation and AFWERX. This ecosystem fosters innovation and supports various projects to advance AAM integration beyond the aircraft itself.

“We’re excited to welcome Lectratek to the National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence as the center continues to grow in prominence and activity,” said Springfield Assistant City Manager Tom Franzen. “Lectratek’s expertise in cutting-edge electronics, advanced batteries and enclosures, and efficient quiet ducted fans will strengthen NAAMCE’s preeminent role in advancing electric aviation.”

In addition to this new Springfield location, Lectratek maintains its headquarters in Miamisburg, Ohio, and office space in the historic Dayton Arcade in downtown Dayton. Visit Lectratek.com to learn more about the electric aviation powertrain provider.

About Lectratek:

Lectratek, a Rushlight Assets company, was founded to address the needs of the growing eAviation market. The company offers advanced power and propulsion solutions that enhance weight optimization, range, payload capacity, and societal integration. Leveraging the expertise of its aerospace and defense sister company, Cornerstone Research Group (CRG), Lectratek provides cutting-edge technologies in quiet propulsion and essential eAviation powertrain components. Committed to innovation, excellence, and sustainability, Lectratek is driving the electric aviation industry toward a cleaner, more efficient future.

Interior Lobby of NAAMCE

NAAMCE Lobby (City of Springfield)

About NAAMCE:

NAAMCE’s 30,000-square-foot office facility houses administrative, laboratory, meeting and collaboration space, with an additional 25,000 square feet of aircraft hangar space for the US Air Force and private industry. The center is located at Springfield-Beckley Airport in Springfield, Ohio and supports the expanding work of manufacturers and operators of electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles (eVTOL) and other vehicles used for Advanced Air Mobility.