A PRESTWICK-BASED aviation firm has signed up to be a key sponsor of Ayr's international air show for a second year.
Spirit AeroSystems, which designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defence customers, will be a major backer of the 2024 International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight.
The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components.
The firm, which has sites across the globe, employs around 1,200 people at itsfacility in Prestwick.
Senior vice-president Scott McLarty said: "Spirit is proud to once again sponsor the International Ayr Show, continuing our commitment to inspiring the next generation of engineers and igniting a passion for STEM in our young people.
"By supporting this event, we showcase the exciting possibilities within aerospace and reinforce our role in moving people, communities, and the world forward as the vital partner in inventing, designing, and building what's next in aerospace."
Councillor Alec Clark, South Ayrshire Council’s portfolio holder for tourism, culture and rural affairs, said: “I’d like to welcome Spirit AeroSystems back for their second year running as a key sponsor of the International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight.
"It’s wonderful to have the support of this global company which has a base right here in South Ayrshire.”
Councillor Brian Connolly, the local authority's portfolio holder for sport and leisure, said: “It’s great to see Spirit show their support for the airshow once again.
"Our sponsors make a huge difference to the festival, so their backing is much appreciated for what’s shaping up to be another impressive event.”
The council's leader, Councillor Martin Dowey, added: “It’s excellent news that Spirit has signed up as a key sponsor of the airshow.
"The company put their faith in the council last year, the first time that we organised and delivered an airshow, and it’s fantastic to see them return for the 2024 event.”
The International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight will return to Ayr shorefront on September 6 and 7 this year.
You can keep up to date with preparations for the event at www.ayrshow.co.uk
More information about Spirit AeroSystems can be found at www.spiritaero.com
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