AIA Association News
Air shows launch 2010
AIA dailyLead | Mar 12, 2010
AIA had an active two months on the international air show circuit, with AIA supporting U.S. companies, government officials, military personnel and more than 20 different aircraft participating in the Bahrain, Morocco and Singapore air shows. Read more.
Operationally responsive space: an AIA priority
AIA dailyLead | Mar 11, 2010
AIA has released a new white paper in support of Operationally Responsive Space small launch vehicle acquisition and space industrial base health. Read more. Read more.
AIA comments on TSA's repair station security plans
AIA dailyLead | Mar 10, 2010
AIA submitted industry comments to the Transportation Security Administration on the proposed rulemaking for repair station security, published in November. Read more.
Acquisition reform: the never-ending story
AIA dailyLead | Mar 09, 2010
When President Barack Obama and his team came into office, one of the first areas of emphasis by the new administration was acquisition reform. The president issued a "Memorandum on Government Contracting," calling on federal agencies to improve the effectiveness of their acquisition practices and the results achieved from their contracts. Read more.
The globe as crystal ball
AIA dailyLead | Mar 08, 2010
Around the globe, aircraft manufacturers share a similar trajectory. Demand for aircraft is driven by the number of airline tickets sold and the amount of air cargo shipped, which in turn are driven by the health of the overall economy. Read more.
The Fiscal 2011 process begins
AIA dailyLead | Mar 05, 2010
On Feb. 1, the president sent his fiscal 2011 budget request to Congress. Here are some of the highlights of the requests for defense, space and FAA. Read more.
QDR 2010: A Roadmap for National Defense
AIA dailyLead | Mar 04, 2010
In February, the Obama administration released its 2010 Quadrennial Defense Review, the fourth such review since its inception in 1996. The purpose of the QDR is to provide a comprehensive examination of the defense strategy, force structure, force modernization plans, infrastructure, budget plan and other elements of the defense program and policies with a view toward determining the defense strategy of the United States for the next 20 years. Read more.
Aerospace supplier meeting to be hosted by Honeywell and Raytheon
AIA dailyLead | Mar 03, 2010
AIA's next Supplier Management Council meeting will be held March 16-18 in Tucson, Ariz. The meeting focuses on global aerospace marketplace opportunities and challenges and offers attendees premier networking, world class speakers, essential industry information and facilities tours. For more information, visit the SMC meeting page or contact Karn Henderson.
AIA members support Haiti relief efforts
AIA dailyLead | Mar 03, 2010
The magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck Haiti on Jan. 12 leveled much of the capital of Port-au-Prince and its surroundings and destroyed critical parts of the country's infrastructure. An already poor country was presented with daunting challenges of finding survivors and treating them, providing shelter and food and attempting to restore viable avenues of communication and transportation to facilitate relief efforts. AIA's members were in the forefront of efforts to help Haiti recover. Read more.
Blakey statement on new JPDO director
AIA dailyLead | Mar 02, 2010
Dr. Karlin Toner is an excellent choice to serve as the director of the Joint Planning and Development Office. Her aviation and aeronautics expertise combined with her policy and technical background will ensure the Next Generation Air Transportation System stays ahead of the technology curve. Read more.
Like to do business with Honeywell, Raytheon, Rockwell Collins?
AIA dailyLead | Mar 01, 2010
Perhaps you would like to strengthen your existing business? Now is the time to learn! Become a member today and hear from the experts as they explain the best approach to getting and keeping their business. As a member, you are invited to join us for the "How to Do Business" seminars at the upcoming Supplier Management Council Meeting, March 16-18 in Tucson, Ariz. Join today! Your participation will benefit your company and the entire aerospace industry! For additional information, please contact Karn Henderson at karn.henderson@aia-aerospace.org
Stopping terror at the gate
AIA dailyLead | Feb 25, 2010
Aviation security once again became Topic A on Christmas Day 2009. Disaster was narrowly averted by a chance misfire when a passenger tried to detonate an explosive device in his clothing aboard Northwest Airlines Flight 253. Read more.
AIA preparing landmark STEM coalition
AIA dailyLead | Feb 24, 2010
On March 12, AIA will partner with other associations to convene the "coalition of coalitions" to optimize the many different efforts to improve STEM education in the U.S. For information, contact daphne.dador@aia-aerospace.org.
Boeing income tops Airbus
AIA dailyLead | Feb 22, 2010
As measured by the value of deliveries, Boeing topped Airbus in the most recent renewal of their annual competition. Read more.
AIA expands discussion of space issues on Capitol Hill in 2009
AIA dailyLead | Feb 19, 2010
The last two months of 2009 provided several opportunities for testimony, rounding out a banner year for AIA's discussions of space issues on Capitol Hill. Read more.
Efforts to extend commercial space launch indemnification successful
AIA dailyLead | Feb 19, 2010
"One of the final actions of Congress in 2009 was extension of government indemnification of U.S. commercial space launches for another three years. Since 2007, AIA has made numerous visits to Capitol Hill on this issue and worked closely with the FAA, NASA and other space associations." Read more.
Supplier Spotlight: Cling's Manufacturing
AIA dailyLead | Feb 18, 2010
Newest addition to AIA's Supplier Management Council: Cling's Manufacturing produces precision multi-axis machined components, sheet metal, certified weldments and CNC tube bent fabrications and assemblies for the aerospace industry. See full member list.
Supplier Spotlight: Standex Electronics
AIA dailyLead | Feb 17, 2010
Newest addition to AIA's Supplier Management Council: Standex Electronics, custom manufacturer of components such as magnetics, inductors, transformers and sensors. See full member list.
Statement on NASA budget request
AIA dailyLead | Feb 17, 2010
"In this fiscal environment, the increase in the NASA budget reflects the Administration's commitment to the value of space. We are encouraged that the budget extends the International Space Station, funds valuable earth science missions, increases aeronautics funding, renews interest in technology development and innovation, and promotes commercial spaceflight alternatives." Read more.
America falling further behind in STEM education
AIA dailyLead | Feb 16, 2010
America is no longer a nation at risk, rather it is a "nation falling further behind," in science and engineering education, said Rick Stephens, senior vice president of human resources and administration at Boeing Co. Read more.
Have you been REAChed?
AIA dailyLead | Feb 16, 2010
It's been called the world's toughest law on toxic chemicals. We know it as REACh. It's the acronym for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemical substances, a European Community law that took effect in June 2007 to regulate chemical usage throughout the EU. Read more.
Blakey: DoD budget request reasonable
AIA dailyLead | Feb 15, 2010
"The fiscal 2011 budget request for the Defense Department is a reasonable target that takes into account the very real demands that two ongoing wars make on our troops and the equipment that supports them. Even in today's budget-reduction climate, it is extremely important that our nation stands firm behind those obligations." Read more.
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