Aerospace Industry in Czech Republic
Czechia, a long-standing tradition in aerospace and defense
Czechia has a long and established tradition in aerospace and defense, with companies active in aircraft manufacturing, advanced systems and precision engineering for both civil and military applications. Aero Vodochody, founded in 1919, is one of the oldest aircraft manufacturers in the world, reflecting over a century of expertise.
The national aerospace sector includes dozens of aviation and aerospace enterprises, with a substantial workforce supporting manufacturing, research, and development across the industry. Czech facilities host significant R&D and production capabilities, supplying components and technologies to major global OEMs, including Airbus, Boeing, GE Aviation, Embraer, and Collins Aerospace. The Czech Republic is also among the world’s leading producers of ultralight aircraft.
Czechia's aerospace industry strengths and global partnerships
The region hosts a well-developed supplier base and modern MRO facilities, supporting advanced aerospace manufacturing and innovation.
Companies in the Czech Republic contribute across structural components, propulsion systems, avionics, UAVs, and advanced air mobility, applying cutting-edge engineering and industry expertise.
Czech aerospace firms participate in aerostructure programs with leading international OEMs and maintain strong strategic partnerships with Honeywell, GE Aerospace, Leonardo, Piaggio Aerospace, and others.
Leading contributions to the European space ecosystem
Czechia is an active participant in the European space ecosystem. More than 100 companies and research institutions in the country are involved in the space sector, and numerous entities collaborate on projects within the European Space Agency (ESA) framework.
Czech organisations and companies have participated in over 600 ESA missions and projects, highlighting deep integration into the European space ecosystem. The presence of organisations such as EUSPA in Prague and incubator networks including ESA BIC in Brno help fuel innovation, technology transfer, and integration into European space programmes.
The Brno region’s space cluster includes 30+ active space technology companies employing over 400 specialists, highlighting the region's expertise in aerospace and satellite technologies.
