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ES3 PAC is a “connected” or “corporate” Political Action Committee. It was formed by ES3 in 2008. It obtained multicandidate status in 2009. ES3 PAC is a tax exempt 527 organization registered with the Federal Election Commission (FEC). The mission of ES3 PAC is to strengthen US aviation communities by supporting those legislators whose work promotes safe, efficient, and environmentally sound laws and policies for private, commercial, and military aviation.
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For nearly a century, the US Government has implemented legislation that has enabled the US aviation industry to become a global leader. The federal support and protections provided to the US aerospace industry has reaped large benefits for the US economy. Today, the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) reports that the US Aerospace & Defense sector provides:
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Elephant walk of 52 F-35s at Hill Air Force Base
Many communities within the US are home to:
Such aviation communities disproportionately deal with the environmental ramifications of the aviation industry. These communities are impacted not only by air operations but also by the industrial processes that support aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul. ES3 PAC specifically advocates for these aviation communities.
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Many Federal Government dollars support the US aviation industry to ensure the US remains a leader in global aviation. Additionally, federally funded initiatives must focus on our aviation impacted communities. ES3 PAC advocates for initiatives that focus on minimizing the negative environmental impact on our aviation-hub communities while also ensuring that the vast majority of economic enrichment from federal dollars remains within these aviation-hub communities.
