TAT Opens U.S. Innovation Center for Electric and Autonomous Aviation

13 September, 2025

FutureWorks center in North Carolina will focus on next-generation thermal management systems, supporting the shift toward electric, hybrid, and autonomous aircraft in a more sustainable aviation industry

[In the photo above: TAT CEO Yigal Zamir alongside power modules supplied by the company for F-16 aircraft]

TAT Technologies has announced the launch of a new innovation and development hub in Charlotte, North Carolina, dedicated to advancing the next generation of aerospace technologies — including electric, hybrid, and autonomous aircraft. The facility, called FutureWorks – TAT’s Center for Aerospace Innovation, will feature a specialized high-voltage thermal testing lab, as well as advanced infrastructure designed to accelerate product development and validation cycles.

At the heart of the new center’s mission is the development of cutting-edge cooling and thermal management systems. These solutions are seen as critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft, as well as autonomous platforms. Robust thermal systems are essential for achieving stable performance, withstanding extreme operating conditions, and reducing both weight and energy consumption — challenges that the aviation industry must overcome as it moves toward greener and more autonomous flight.

The initiative aligns with TAT’s long-term strategy, as outlined in its recent quarterly reports, to expand into advanced aerospace domains and capture emerging opportunities in electric and autonomous aviation. The company has already disclosed an initial partnership to co-develop a next-generation universal thermal system, while additional collaborations with aircraft manufacturers and aerospace technology developers are currently in progress.

The Charlotte center is scheduled to be fully operational by November and will serve as a hub for international cooperation with OEMs and leading aerospace firms. Alongside its growing innovation agenda, TAT continues to provide maintenance and support for aircraft auxiliary power units (APUs) and landing gear systems. The company views this move as a significant step in strengthening its role as a key player in the evolving global aviation market.

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