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Aeralis Picks Prestwick for Jet Trainer Production
Aeralis has chosen Prestwick as the production home for its modular jet trainer programme.
On July 10, 2025, British aerospace developer Aeralis confirmed Prestwick International Airport in Ayrshire, Scotland, as its primary production site — a decision referred to here as Aeralis Prestwick — for its modular jet trainer aircraft. The announcement links the programme directly to future Royal Air Force (RAF) training needs and signals a notable boost for UK aerospace manufacturing.
The Prestwick facility will concentrate on advanced assembly, systems integration and flight testing, according to company updates reaffirmed in subsequent briefings. Aeralis says the project will create hundreds of skilled jobs across engineering, avionics and test operations, helping to anchor supply-chain activity in southwest Scotland.
Aeralis Prestwick: what the site will do
Locating production at Prestwick positions Scotland as a contender for next-generation military aviation work. The airport already hosts maintenance and testing activity, and Aeralis plans to use the site for final assembly, systems-level integration and live flight trials to qualify aircraft for customer evaluation — notably to meet RAF training requirements.
- Aeralis Prestwick will focus on advanced assembly, systems integration and flight testing, and is expected to create hundreds of skilled jobs.
- The programme supports Royal Air Force (RAF) future training capability and strengthens local aerospace supply chains.
- Prestwick International Airport gains prominence as a UK test and production hub for next-gen military aviation technology.
While Aeralis has not provided a detailed production timeline in the public statements referenced on July 10, 2025, the firm’s repeated confirmations suggest the company and local partners are moving into planning and early site preparations. Industry observers say a concentrated production site can speed prototyping and qualification while supporting local workforce development.
The Aeralis Prestwick choice underscores a wider trend: UK firms and bases stepping up to host modular, adaptable training platforms that can evolve with changing defence requirements. For Prestwick, the development offers a shot at long-term aerospace investment and a clearer pipeline of technical roles in the region.
