Overview
Wichita is known as the "Air Capital of the World" for its many aircraft manufacturers and aviation suppliers.
History
Aircraft makers including Cessna and Beechcraft began in Wichita in the 1920s and 1930s, and the city became a center of aviation manufacturing.
Today
Aviation plants are Wichita's largest employers, and secure manufacturing sites need access control and plant security.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.