Home / Vertical Flight Advocacy Vertical Flight Advocacy Dedicated to shaping legislation and regulations that chart the course for the future of vertical aviation. Ensuring a brighter future for vertical flight VAI’s advocacy team is a force driving change at the local, state, federal or international levels, championing policies and advocating for regulations that can protect and propel our community forward. We are actively involved in the decision-making process, safeguarding the best interests of not only our members but the entire civil vertical flight industry. Introduced a new initiative! helps members manage operational risk and resilience matched to size and type of operation $3 Million saved by VAI members on registration, education, and exhibit fees at HAI HELI-EXPO 2023 in Atlanta Advocated for new legislation Adoption Rate for VAI-endorsed amendments to the FAA reauthorization bill in the US House of Representatives $2B joins the Rotor Pathway Program, VAI’s innovative project that prepares high school students for vertical aviation careers Types of Advocacy Federal Advocacy We diligently monitor legislation and shape its development. VAI is also actively engaged with legislators, working together to ensure common sense approaches to aviation. See our priorities Regulatory We closely monitor and influence regulations, and work hand-in-hand with regulators to advance sensible aviation approaches. See Rulemaking Discussion State & Local Advocacy Our state and local advocacy efforts prioritize strengthening community compatibility and establishing effective relationships with legislators and VAI members. We also engage with state and local organizations, educating public officials on the crucial role of the civil vertical flight industry. See our priorities International Advocacy Our international priorities involve serving as facilitators for VAI international members, sharing local insights to global issues, and developing valuable resources for international advocacy. Learn More Together, we can power up the future of vertical flight. Get Involved Latest Advocacy Related News Read All News
