"The aerospace and defense industry – which is
second to none in the world, represents a smart business
decision. Our products keep the world's economy moving, our
families safe at home and our troops secure and successful
abroad."
Source: AIA President and former FAA
Administrator, Marion Blakey, in recent remarks tied to
AIA's launching of a campaign called 'Second to None' to
ensure that Congress and other officials understand that the
industry is a perishable national asset.