A comprehensive study on the economic influence of Spaceport America in New Mexico has been released by the New Mexico State University Arrowhead Center in collaboration with the Center for Border Economic Development. The research evaluates the spaceport’s contributions across a six-year timeframe, offering insights into its regional economic footprint. Scott Brocato discussed the findings with Dr. Kramer Winingham, who serves as the Director of Economic Analysis at the Arrowhead Center, shedding light on how the facility has affected local economies and employment. The report underscores the importance of aerospace infrastructure in driving economic development in rural and underserved areas of the state.
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Spaceport America and NMSU’s Arrowhead Center release six-year economic impact study
The New Mexico State University Arrowhead Center and the Center for Border Economic Development have published a study on Spaceport America’s economic impact on New Mexico over a six-year period. Scott Brocato talked about the study’s findings with Dr. Kramer Winingham, Director of Economic Analysis with Arrowhead Center.