Le Bourget, France—The Parallax Advanced Research team representing the Ohio Aerospace Institute participated in the Ohio Delegation at the 54th International Paris Air Show from June 19 to 25, 2023. The International Paris Air Show is a prestigious global platform where aviation and space industry leaders converge to explore cutting-edge advancements. As the largest aerospace event worldwide, it fosters engagement with key stakeholders, creates new commercial prospects, and showcases expertise to a global audience. It unites manufacturers, tech users, and industry participants, shaping future collaborations and reinforcing the industry's collective vision.
The Team Ohio Delegation
Parallax Advanced Research, the Ohio Aerospace Institute, JobsOhio, and the Ohio Department of Development partnered to design and develop the 2023 Ohio Delegation, which showcased as part of the USA Partnership Pavilion. The delegation comprised of members representing the Dayton Development Coalition, REDI Cincinnati, Team NEO, Clampco, General Tool, Halliday Technologies, Martin Machine, Master Fluids, North American Coating Laboratories, ZIN Technologies, Kent State University, NASA Glenn, and The Ohio State University.
Meeting with Government Stakeholders and Decision-makers
On the first day of the event, Team Ohio had the privilege of meeting with J.D. Vance, US Senator from Ohio, and Don Graves, the 19th Deputy Secretary of Commerce, at the Ohio booth. The team held productive conversations with the senator and deputy secretary and explored avenues for international industry-government collaboration and growth in Ohio.
The Ohio delegation meets with U.S. Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio and Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves at the USA Partnerships Pavilion, 54th Paris Air Show 2023
Team Ohio takes a photo with the U.S. Ambassador to France Denise Campbell Bauer
Team Ohio takes a photo with U.S. Senator J.D. Vance
Meeting Astronaut Charlie Duke
The Ohio Delegation also had the opportunity to shake hands with none other than Astronaut Charlie Duke, the Lunar Module pilot of Apollo 16 in 1972. He holds the distinction as the 10th and youngest person to walk on the Moon, achieving this feat at the age of 36 years and 201 days.
The Ohio Delegation Meets with Industry to Explore Collaboration on Aerospace Innovation and Manufacturing
The show drew an impressive crowd of over 300,00 trade visitors from 185 countries, all enthusiastic about exploring the latest advancements in aerospace technology. This event presented Team Ohio with an exceptional chance to establish connections with industry representatives from international businesses, showcase Ohio's aerospace innovation, and explore opportunities for collaboration within the global community. The Team Ohio booth became a hub for productive discussions with industry representatives, fostering the goal of enhancing collaboration between Ohio's aerospace capabilities and the global market.
Overall, Team Ohio’s participation was a resounding success, reinforcing Ohio's commitment to advancing aerospace innovation globally. We look forward to participating in future Paris Air Shows.
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About Parallax Advanced Research
Parallax Advanced Research is a 501(c)(3) private nonprofit research institute that tackles global challenges by accelerating innovation and developing technology and solutions through strategic partnerships with government, industry, and academia across Ohio and the Nation. Together with academia, Parallax accelerates innovation that leads to breakthroughs. Together with the government, Parallax tackles critical global challenges and delivers new solutions. Together with the industry, Parallax develops groundbreaking ideas and speeds them to market. Parallax has offices in Cleveland and Dayton, Ohio, and Arlington, Virginia. Visit Parallax Research for more information.
About Ohio Aerospace Institute
The Ohio Aerospace Institute (OAI) is a renowned private, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) research institute that was established in 1989 and is wholly affiliated with Parallax Advanced Research as of January 1, 2023. OAI operates throughout Ohio, with offices located in Cleveland and Dayton. OAI receives financial support from the Ohio Government and holds the distinction of being the first NASA-associated collaborative institute aimed at nurturing connections between universities, aerospace industries, and government organizations. Through its strong partnerships with U.S. Federal laboratories, the State of Ohio, Ohio research universities, and the aerospace industry, OAI actively fosters collaborations, consortia, and public-private partnerships. OAI manages aerospace research, education, and workforce development projects worth over $300 million and plays a pivotal role in advancing the aerospace industry in Ohio and for the Nation. Visit OAI for more information.