Where Aviation Operations Have Room to Grow
Citrus County supports aerospace and aviation companies with flexible sites, county-managed airports, and a cost structure that works. Whether you’re maintaining aircraft, assembling parts, or training the next generation of pilots, this is a location that delivers access, airspace, and opportunity, without the complexity of major metro markets.
County-Owned Airports
Citrus County manages two general aviation airports, giving companies direct access to runways and the flexibility to grow alongside local leadership.
- Inverness Airport
5,000-foot paved runway, 350-acre footprint, and adjacent industrial land.
Suitable for maintenance, aircraft operations, and related support services. - Crystal River Airport
4,555-foot paved runway and 3,020-foot turf runway on 196 acres.
Ideal for training operations, light aircraft, and UAV testing.
Both airports offer general aviation services with space for hangars, storage, and expansion. Their public ownership makes coordination easier and development timelines faster.
Citrus County is best suited for:
- Aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)
- Avionics and small-parts assembly
- UAV testing, integration, or service
- Flight training and instructional operations
- Light aircraft modification and support services
- Ground operations, fueling, and support logistics
Citrus County is aligned with Florida’s broader aerospace training investments. In 2024, the Florida Department of Education awarded $62 million for hands-on programs in aerospace, aviation, and advanced manufacturing. Citrus County Schools is engaged in related initiatives and participated in Space Florida’s Launch Pad workforce development summit.
Training partnerships through Withlacoochee Technical College and the College of Central Florida can be adapted to fit workforce needs for aviation-related roles.
- Publicly controlled runways allow faster decision-making and development alignment
- Less congestion, lower cost than major airports or metro-adjacent locations
- Workforce training is funded and flexible
- Site flexibility at and around airport facilities
- State incentives available for eligible aerospace projects
- Room to scale operations over time
- Inverness Airport: 5,000-ft paved runway
- Crystal River Airport: 4,555-ft paved + 3,020-ft turf
- County-owned and operated facilities
- $62M in Florida aerospace training grants (statewide)
- Active engagement with Space Florida and workforce programs
Curious how your services firm fits here?
We’ll overlay your project plan on Citrus County’s operating costs, infrastructure, and incentive map to show you the best fit.
Curious how your services firm fits here?
We’ll overlay your project plan on Citrus County’s operating costs, infrastructure, and incentive map to show you the best fit.