Home / Advocacy Advocacy Protecting and advancing the interests of the vertical aviation industry. Legislative Action Center Regulatory Action Center Advocacy Topics Advocacy Benefits VAI Industry Advisory Councils Representing industry locally, nationally, and globally When it comes to understanding the unique needs, capabilities, and capacities of the vertical aviation industry, VAI has no equal. Legislators and regulators at the local, state, federal, and international levels recognize VAI as the voice representing industry’s interests. VAI staff work on issues important to our members, offering education and commentary to help shape policy and laws and building relationships to advance commonsense approaches to aviation. VAI staff members speak for you on 36 international and US regulatory and standards boards that set regulations and policy for the range of vertical-capable aircraft. Types of Advocacy Federal We diligently monitor legislation and help shape its development. VAI is also actively engaged with legislators, building relationships with them to ensure commonsense approaches to aviation. Current priorities include: Advanced Air MobilityWorkforce DevelopmentATMPSustainabilityAll Topics Regulatory We closely monitor the regulatory landscape and work hand-in-hand with regulators to advance safety oriented, performance-based standards and requirements that meet the industry’s needs. Learn More State & Local We prioritize establishing relationships with legislators and VAI members and building community compatibility. We also engage with organizations to educate the public about the crucial role of vertical aviation aircraft to strengthen communities. Current priorities include: Federal PreemptionWorkforce DevelopmentCommunity CompatibilityInfrastructureAdvanced Air Mobility International Our international priorities involve collaborating on safety and operational standards and best practices, sharing insights to global issues, and developing valuable advocacy resources. Learn More Legislative Action Center Keep up-to-date on current legislative issues , learn about what the VAI Government Affairs team is working on and the types of advocacy we’re involved in at the local, state, federal, and international levels, and sign up for legislative alerts. Explore the Legislative Action Center Advocacy Topics Learn about the issues VAI monitors and responds to and access correspondence, testimony, and comments via the Resource Hub. Explore Advocacy Topics Regulatory Action Center Stay informed about current and pending regulations, learn about VAI’s advocacy before local, national, and global bodies, and sign up for regulatory alerts. Explore the Regulatory Action Center Industry Advisory Councils Learn about VAI’s industry advisory councils (IACs) and sign up to serve as they address indsutry’s key issues. Learn more about IACs Advocacy Benefits VAI’s advocacy benefits are available exclusively to VAI members. Explore Advocacy Benefits
