March 15, 2007
The 54th edition of Aerospace Facts and Figures, a comprehensive statistical yearbook of the U.S. aerospace industry, is now available from AIA. Compiled by AIA's Aerospace Research Center, the book contains tables and text summarizing aerospace industry activity through 2005. Also included are government budget estimates for 2006 and 2007 and historical data on aircraft production, missile and space programs, air transportation, research and development, foreign trade, employment, and finance. Founded in 1919 as the Aeronautical Chamber of Commerce of America, AIA began publishing industry production figures in 1925. A statistical study of industry data was first published in 1945. Aerospace Facts and Figures, 2006/2007 may be ordered online at www.aia-aerospace.org/sales/pub_purchase.cfm or by check for $60 (Virginia residents add 5 percent, or $3 per book, for sales tax.) AIA members receive a discounted price of $45. Payment should be sent to: Aerospace Industries Association Attn: Research Center 1000 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1700 Arlington, VA 22209-3928 Contact Lauren Airey at lauren.airey[at]aia-aerospace.org with any questions.