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Ventura County is making a major move toward becoming a regional leader in AAM with the launch of a new Innovation Center, backed by a $550,000 grant from Uplift Central Coast<\/strong><\/p>\n

By\u00a0Joe Macey
\nwww.aaminternational.com<\/a><\/span>
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\n<\/strong>Ventura County, California, has been awarded a $550,000 Catalyst Grant to develop a dedicated Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Innovation Center\u2014an initiative set to position the region as a leader in next-generation aerospace technologies.<\/p>\n

Administered by the County\u2019s Economic Vitality Unit in collaboration with the Department of Airports and regional stakeholders, the grant is part of Uplift Central Coast\u2019s $9 million Catalyst Predevelopment Funding Program. This program supports community-led projects that enhance economic resilience, equity, and environmental sustainability across California\u2019s Central Coast.<\/p>\n

Supervisor Janice Parvin, Chair of the Board of Supervisors, said,<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cThis achievement is a testament to the dedication and strategic collaboration among our County departments and regional partners. Securing this grant marks a pivotal step in shaping Ventura County\u2019s future as a hub for innovation and advanced technology. I\u2019m thrilled about the opportunity this creates\u2014not only for the many companies that will benefit from cutting-edge testing facilities and strategic partnerships, but also for the residents who will gain access to high-quality jobs and career pathways in a rapidly growing industry.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Estelle Bussa, Deputy Executive Officer of Economic Vitality, added,<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cThis grant represents a significant milestone in our efforts to position Ventura County as a leader in Advanced Air Mobility and next-generation transportation technology. Through strategic partnerships with FutureLabs\/Fathomwerx, the Ventura County Community College District, and our Department of Airports, we\u2019re creating an ecosystem that will attract high-tech companies while ensuring our local workforce benefits from these opportunities.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

The forthcoming Innovation Center will be anchored at Camarillo and Oxnard Airports and will include a 500-square-mile flight testing corridor designed to accommodate eVTOL aircraft and other unmanned aerial systems (UAS). These emerging technologies promise quieter, more sustainable operations that align with the region\u2019s environmental goals. Testing activities\u2014closely coordinated with the Federal Aviation Administration\u2014are expected to represent no more than 5% of daily airport operations.<\/p>\n

Beyond flight testing, the Innovation Center will serve as a multifaceted hub offering research infrastructure, business incubation resources, and advanced workforce training programs tailored to the AAM sector. Local businesses will benefit from unprecedented access to testing facilities, defense-related technology transfers, and opportunities for public-private collaboration.<\/p>\n

The project unites four core partners:<\/strong><\/p>\n