AERA is the cluster that groups and promotes the aeronautical, aerospace, and defense industries in Aragon, fostering collaboration, innovation, and technological development in these sectors. Founded in 2007, it was the first sectoral cluster in the region and has been recognized as an Innovative Business Group (AEI) by the Ministry of Industry and Tourism since 2008.
The mission of AERA is to strengthen the business network and improve the competitiveness of the Aragonese aeronautical, aerospace, and defense sectors by promoting cooperation among companies, technology centers, universities, and institutions. Through the implementation of innovative technologies and collaborative projects, AERA drives a more resilient, modern, and connected value chain, in line with current and future industrial challenges both nationally and internationally.
AERA brings together more than 50 entities. In addition, it has a solid network of collaboration with technology centers, universities, and institutional bodies, which are key for knowledge transfer and the incorporation of emerging technologies in the sector.
The cluster is supported by four pillars that structure the sector in Aragon:
- Aeronautical and aerospace activities
- Manufacturing industry
- Research, development and innovation (R&D&I)
- Telecommunications and consumer electronic products
AERA positions itself as a key strategic node in the aeronautical, aerospace, and defense industry of Aragon, thanks to its solid technological base, continuous innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.