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Pro Growth

Beyond our leadership on aviation policy, ARSA works to promote a pro-growth agenda, that is, policies that create a better climate for businesses of all sizes. We understand that the aviation industry isn’t working in a vacuum and that the success of your business depends on a favorable economic climate that encourages growth and fosters competition.

Unfortunately, in Washington, connecting the dots between policy and real-world impact can be challenging. However, ARSA has your back! The Association works to protect your business’ ability to operate free from cumbersome taxation and regulation. ARSA works with lawmakers to ensure that labor policies protect employee and employer freedoms and that workplace mandates allow your business to thrive, rather than bogging you down with red tape.

As such, ARSA works both independently and in partnership with like-minded organizations to encourage lawmakers to pursue policies that will make it easier for you to run your business. ARSA participates in several coalitions to oppose legislation that would adversely impact your company and support proposals that will allow your repair station to grow. From removing regulatory hurdles to encouraging programs designed to build the next generation of aviation technicians, ARSA’s efforts on the Hill go beyond aviation and help your company succeed.

The latest ARSA news regarding rulemaking is below; click here for archived content.


2025 Annual Conference – Room Block Closing

March 18-21, 2025 Event Information | Registration | Sponsors | Hotel (Block Closing Soon) Arlington, Virginia and Washington, D.C. with Livestream Options Getting the most out of your participation in the Annual…Read More

ARSA Survey Invite Sent

On Feb. 21, an invitation to complete ARSA’s member survey was sent to the email address of every primary contact. The message was subjected “Invitation to Complete ARSA’s Annual Member…Read More

ARSA Helps CNBC Illustrate Career Development “Challenge”

On Feb. 14, CNBC published a 12 minute special addressing the workforce and career development challenges facing the maintenance industry. ARSA Executive Director Sarah MacLeod participated, lending a voice to…Read More

ARSA Joins Workforce Grant Application

On Feb. 5, the aviation non-profit Choose Aerospace, which administers ARSA’s annual scholarship in addition to providing a maintenance-focused curriculum for student and employee development programs, included the association on…Read More

ARSA Remembers – Hugh McElroy

Hugh McElroy, long time ARSA supporter and former board member who never stopped serving the aviation community, died on Feb. 2 after an 18 month battle with cancer. McElroy’s career…Read More
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