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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 – Premier Substance

March 18-21, 2025 Event Information | Registration | Hotel (Book by Feb. 21) Arlington, Virginia and Washington, D.C. with Livestream Options The ARSA Annual Conference is the international aerospace maintenance community’s…Read More

New Bilateral Oversight Guidance for ASIs

The FAA has announced an amendment to Order 8900.1, Vol. 6, Chap. 9, Sec. 27 clarifying procedures for aviation safety inspectors (ASIs) who oversee domestic repair stations holding foreign certificates…Read More

FAA Opens Workforce Grant Applications for 2025

On Jan 6, the FAA opened applications for its 2025 round of funding available through two aviation workforce grant programs championed by ARSA through multiple congressional reauthorizations of the agency.…Read More

FAA Requires Foreign D&A Testing by 2027

On Dec. 18, the U.S. Federal Register published the FAA’s long-awaited final rule expanding drug and alcohol testing requirements to repair station personnel outside the United States. The new rule…Read More

Good Maintenance Cheer this Holiday Season

The association recognizes there are no days off from aviation safety and is grateful to all who keep the world in flight every day – especially those pulling shifts while…Read More
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