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Utah’s Aerospace Sector and Economy Standing Strong

Utah continues to dominate the best national state lists, reinforcing its economic development reputation. U.S. News & World Report Best States 2026: Utah was ranked No. 1 overall for the fourth consecutive year, the longest streak since the rankings began. Utah’s strong showings included Economy (No. 2), Fiscal Stability (No. 2), Infrastructure (No. 4), Education […]

Mark Your Calendar: Utah Aerospace and Defense Day Approaching

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The Utah Aerospace & Defense Day on the Hill is an annual networking and technology showcase event hosted by 47G — dedicated to fostering Utah’s ecosystem for aerospace, defense, and cyber businesses. It brings together industry leaders, startups, academic institutions, and government officials to highlight innovations, facilitate policy discussions, and build partnerships in the sector. […]

Why Aerospace Contractors are locating to Layton, Utah

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Layton, Utah is directly adjacent to and has historically provided primary access to Hill Air Force Base (Hill AFB), Utah’s largest single-site employer with over 26,000 employees and a $12.76 billion annual economic impact. Hill AFB facilitates seamless partnerships on defense contracts, aircraft maintenance, including the F-35 Lightning II program, and testing at the adjacent […]

Utah’s Leading Industry Role Marked: 47G Aerospace/Defense Event

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The 47G convention, officially called the Zero Gravity Summit, took place on Tuesday, November 4, and Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. This exciting two-day event, hosted by 47G (Utah Aerospace and Defense), was billed as one of the nation’s premier gatherings for national security, cybersecurity, […]

Discover Your Next Career with Utah’s 47G Job Platform!

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job Discover Your Next Career with Utah’s 47G Job Platform! 47G, in collaboration with the Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), has launched a dynamic jobs platform designed to connect students and job seekers with exciting opportunities in aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity. Explore career possibilities through the 47G page on the DWS website […]

Step into the Future of Manufacturing: the 47G Foundry Challenge

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Join The Foundry Challenge, a premier pitch competition by 47G dedicated to empowering underserved STEM entrepreneurs in advanced manufacturing. This exciting event takes place on August 26, 2025, at the Leonardo Museum in Salt Lake City, UT. There’s two ways to participate: For Entrepreneurs: This is your chance to showcase your groundbreaking innovation. Apply to […]