TEXARKANA, AR — A major expansion is landing at the Texarkana Regional Airport. Dean Baldwin Painting, a premier provider of aircraft striping and painting services, has officially announced its move into the Texarkana market.
This development marks a significant milestone for the local economy, promising to create between 150 and 160 new high-skilled jobs for the region. The project centers on the construction of a massive, state-of-the-art facility designed to handle the industry’s largest aircraft.
Facility Highlights
The new expansion isn’t just about size; it’s about capability. The site will feature:
Four Massive Paint Bays: Custom-built to accommodate specialized aviation needs.
Heavy Aircraft Capacity: The bays are engineered to service aircraft as large as the Boeing 747-8, ensuring Texarkana becomes a key hub for large-scale aviation maintenance and aesthetics.
Local Impact
City leaders and airport officials are hailing the move as a transformative win for Texarkana, Arkansas. Beyond the immediate job creation, the presence of an industry leader like Dean Baldwin Painting is expected to increase traffic at the Texarkana Regional Airport and stimulate secondary growth in the local service and industrial sectors.
“This is a monumental step forward for our regional aviation industry,” officials noted during the announcement. “Bringing these types of technical jobs to our backyard strengthens our workforce and puts Texarkana on the map for global aviation logistics.”
Stay tuned to TexarkanaOnline.com as we continue to track the construction progress and provide updates on upcoming hiring fairs for these new positions.
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