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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.


SMS Integration Webinar Series Continues March 10

On Feb. 10, ARSA and the Aircraft Electronics Association presented the fifth of six planned webinars – a monthly series concluding in March – explaining effective integration of a safety…Read More

Draft Tool for International D&A Cross-Reference

In its ongoing work to mitigate issues related to the FAA’s new rule imposing drug and alcohol testing requirements outside the United States, ARSA has released for industry comment a…Read More

ARSA, AEA Release Draft Canadian Compliance Guidance

ARSA and the Aircraft Electronics Association have produced an updated matrix supporting compliance of U.S. repair stations with the special conditions of the Maintenance Implementation Procedures (MIP) issued under the…Read More

Annual Member Meeting Notice

March 17-20, 2026 Event Information | Registration | Hotel Arlington, Virginia and Washington, D.C. with Livestream Options for Online Participants The ARSA Annual Member Meeting is held in conjunction with the…Read More

2026 Annual Conference – Breaking Out

March 17-20, 2026 Event Information | Registration | Hotel Arlington, Virginia and Washington, D.C. with Livestream Options for Online Participants Experience the international aerospace maintenance community’s premier event. Join ARSA members…Read More
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