The Vermont Aerospace and Aviation Association (VAAA)
Vermont Lt. Governor Brian Dubie is in the news! CLICK HERE to read the entire feature story, titled "Pilot in command," on the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) website!
Vermont Lieutenant Governor, Brian Dubie
Chair, Aerospace States Association (ASA) www.aerostates.org/
Chair, Vermont Aerospace and Aviation Association
In partnership with Vermont Lt. Governor, Brian Dubie, the Vermont Chamber of Commerce administers the VAAA and is committed to growing and promoting aerospace and aviation as key, high-growth sectors of the Vermont economy.
Welcome to the Vermont Aerospace and Aviation Association (VAAA)!
• VAAA Supply Chain & Partnering
Breaking News!
Sky's the limit for Vermont's aerospace industry, Burlington Free Press, 8/23
GEnx leads efforts at green aviation, Rutland Herald, 8/23
Rutland airport receives $925,000 grant to improve safety, reliability, Rutland Herald, 8/20
Read the Governor's Aviation and Aerospace Proclamation on 2/18!Open House Events:
• Feb 10, 2011 VAAA Open House. Stay tuned for updates!
• Aug 19, 2010 VAAA Open House: See Highlights & Photos!
• June 17, 2010 VAAA Open House: See Highlights & Photos!
• Feb 18, 2010 VAAA Open House: See Highlights & Photos!
• Oct 1, 2009 VAAA Open House: See Highlights & Photos!
• June 18, 2009 VAAA Open House: See Highlights & Photos!
• VAAA Delivering Results & Value Read Our Testimonials!
• Vermont's Regional Technical and Career Centers
• Vermont's Statewide Airport System
• Vermont Training Program - Dept. of Economic Development
• VAAA Job Portal with: 
Vermont Aerospace & Aviation Association (VAAA) Partners with JobsInVT.com
Click on picture to view video and learn more!
Aerospace & Aviation: A Market Opportunity for Vermont
There are over 200 Vermont companies that thrive in the aerospace and aviation sectors of the Vermont economy. According to Smart Skies, commercial aviation in Vermont impacts 27,268 jobs and helps generate nearly $2 billion in economic activity in several industry categories, including: General Aviation, Commuter Aviation, Commercial Transport, Manufacturers, Industry Partners, Vendors and Contractors, Airports, Educational Institutions, Aeronautics and Aerospace.
According to the Economic Impact on Civil Aviation on the U.S. Economy study done by the FAA in December 2009, the economic impact of civil aviation for the state of Vermont includes:
$999,609,827 in economic output
$257,573,811 in earnings
9,369 jobs
To view the entire report, please click here.
To capitalize on this opportunity, Vermont Lieutenant Governor, Brian Dubie, the VAAA and the Vermont Chamber of Commerce are committed to encouraging and promoting economic growth and job creation in Vermont through:
- Economic, workforce development and legislative initiatives
- Scientific and educational partnerships and opportunities
- State-based efforts in federal aerospace policy development
- Quarterly VAAA Open House events for networking opportunities
