Bombardier plans to create a 64,500-square-foot Fort Wayne Service Centre that will mean 100 jobs within the next few years.

The company made the announcement today during a news conference at Fort Wayne International Airport, which Gov. Mike Braun, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and other officials attended.

The center is part of Bombardier's previously announced multi-phase, large-scale U.S. expansion initiative and will "strengthen customers' ability to access exceptional service and support," a news release said.

Once fully operational, the Fort Wayne facility will offer hangar space able to accommodate up to six aircraft.

"The U.S. is a key market for Bombardier, with nearly 3,000 aircraft in operation. Growing demand from the Midwest made Fort Wayne a natural choice for our newes

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