The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has released the “Defense Sales Underpin National Security and a Dynamic Industrial Base” Executive Summary. AIA is committed to working with the U.S. government to achieve comprehensive reform that ensures the defense sales enterprise considers industry engagement, prioritizes exportability, and establishes accountable decision-making for policy and technical reviews. The following recommendations outline actions policymakers should take to enhance the speed, responsiveness, and overall efficiency of the defense sale process.