NBAA Highlights Importance of Aviation Trade Policies That Grow US Economy, Foster Global Aerospace Leadership

Contact: Dan Hubbard, 202-431-5970, [email protected]

Washington, DC, Sept. 8, 2026 - The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today reiterated the organization's longstanding support for trade policies that bolster U.S. aviation leadership, while fostering manufacturing, job creation and economic growth with the following statement:

"Civil aviation relies on an integrated global supply chain that directly powers American manufacturing. In fact, aircraft produced in North America contain vast amounts of U.S.-made technology, engines and parts, supporting 9.4 million jobs and $1.8 trillion in economic activity across 50 states. For 45 years, zero-tariff policies have enabled U.S. aerospace to maintain a dominant trade surplus-totaling $109.2 billion in 2025, as well as innovation in aerospace and U.S. global leadership in aviation safety."

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Founded in 1947 and based in Washington, DC, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive and successful. The association represents 10,000 company and professional members and provides more than 100 products and services to the business aviation community, including the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the world's largest civil aviation trade show. Learn more about NBAA at nbaa.org.

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