Strata-G Solutions, in partnership with Aleut Real Estate (ARE), is proud to announce the development of a state-of-the-art maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) hangar at Pryor Field Regional Airport in Limestone County, Alabama. This $32.7 million investment marks a significant step forward in expanding aerospace and defense capabilities in North Alabama, furthering our commitment to keeping our clients mission-ready.
Built for Mission-Critical Aircraft
The new MRO facility will be engineered to accommodate large-scale aircraft such as the Lockheed C-130, a workhorse of the U.S. Air Force. With dimensions exceeding 130 feet in wingspan and nearly 40 feet in height, these aircraft require highly specialized infrastructure for maintenance and overhauls. The facility will support Department of Defense (DoD) programs as well as commercial and private aviation operations.
“Within the lifecycle of the aircraft, they only fly so many hours before they have to come in for an overhaul or parts and pieces to be replaced,” said Calvin Lane, Executive Vice President of Strata-G Solutions. “We’re looking to get into that space and that activity, staying within FAA constraints, while providing that service to the DoD, commercial industries, and private entities.”
Local Growth, National Impact
This facility will not only support our current partnerships with defense leaders like Boeing and branches of the U.S. military—including the Air Force, Navy, Army, Coast Guard, and Customs and Border Protection—but it will also create significant regional economic value. The project is expected to generate 50 new aviation-related jobs within three years.
At the Limestone County Commission meeting on April 28, officials approved a tax abatement package to support the development. This includes $664,000 in savings on non-educational sales and use taxes during construction and a property tax abatement worth $1.04 million over 10 years—all while still delivering more than $1.1 million to local schools over that same period.
“This project is a win on every level,” said Bethany Shockney, President and CEO of the Limestone County Economic Development Association. “Strata-G Solutions and Aleut Real Estate bring tremendous value to our local economy and workforce.”
Laying the Groundwork for the Future
Construction of the hangar will be led by Fite Building Co., with groundbreaking anticipated in the coming months. Full facility completion is targeted for early 2027. In tandem with this project, the county will also develop a new roadway and improve Airport Road, thanks to $776,400 in state infrastructure funding.
“This investment reflects continued confidence in Limestone County’s ability to attract and support world-class industrial operations,” said Limestone County Commission Chairman Collin Daly. “We’re excited to partner with Strata-G Solutions and Aleut Real Estate as they grow their footprint here and create new, high-quality jobs for our residents.”
As a Huntsville-based subsidiary of Aleut, Strata-G Solutions is honored to lead this ambitious project that strengthens both national defense readiness and local economic resilience.
About Strata-G Solutions
Strata-G Solutions is a full-service defense contractor providing engineering, rapid prototyping, manufacturing, assembly, kitting, distribution, and logistics support for military and commercial clients. With a proven track record across multiple service branches and industry partners, Strata-G continues to deliver solutions that ensure mission success.
Your Success Is Our Mission.
Source: “Work begins on new $32.7 million North Alabama airport maintenance hangar” – Decatur Daily / AL.com