Bill Overview
Title: Improving Military Aviation Readiness Act of 2022
Description: This bill requires the Department of the Air Force and the Department of the Navy to include Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified airworthy used, overhauled, reconditioned, and remanufactured commercial common/dual use parts, except for life limited parts, in supply chain solutions to provide for replacement or increased inventories for all Department of Defense commercial derivative aircraft and engines and aircraft that are based on commercial design. Additionally, the Air Force and the Navy must ensure acquisition of all such parts is conducted on a competitive basis, based on price and quality, and procured only from suppliers who provide FAA-certified parts that possess an FAA Authorized Release Certificate, FAA Form 8130-3 Airworthy Approval Tag from certified repair stations.
Sponsors: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Target Audience
Population: individuals in the military aviation sector and related supply chains
Estimated Size: 300000
- The bill focuses on the Department of the Air Force and the Department of the Navy's supply chain solutions for commercial derivative aircraft.
- The primary population affected will be personnel in the military aviation industry, including those working in supply chain management and logistics within the Air Force and Navy.
- The bill impacts suppliers and manufacturers of commercial parts for military use, requiring them to meet specific FAA certification standards.
- Military personnel who operate and maintain commercial derivative aircraft and engines may be indirectly impacted through changes in part availability and procurement processes.
Reasoning
- Given the policy's focus, the impact will mostly revolve around supply chain improvements within military aviation units.
- The budget seems substantial, but when spread over 10 years, the yearly budget imposes constraints on how many sectors within aviation can be fully optimized at once.
- There will be varying levels of impact on different personnel; those in logistics and procurement directly involved with parts are more likely to experience a high impact.
- Pilots and crew might feel the impacts over larger time span as improvements become noticeable in aircraft availability and performance.
- Personnel not directly involved with aircraft maintenance or logistics might experience little to no change in their daily roles.
Simulated Interviews
Supply Chain Manager (Pensacola, Florida)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy is promising as it provides clear guidelines for parts acquisition, which should streamline many current bottlenecks.
- We currently face issues with parts availability, and standardizing the procurement process is likely to reduce downtime.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Seattle, Washington)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having a more consistent supply chain will definitely make my job easier.
- Often, aircraft are grounded due to parts unavailability, so I hope this policy changes that.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
FAA Certified Parts Supplier (Atlanta, Georgia)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy should increase demand for my business, considering the stringent certification requirements.
- I'm hopeful for growth opportunities as my parts align with the policy specifications.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Logistics Coordinator (San Diego, California)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A more competitive and standardized market for parts will likely enhance our logistical planning and reduce costs.
- With clear procurement guidelines, we can potentially minimize delays.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
Active Duty Airman (Columbus, Ohio)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 17/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This might improve the aircraft turnaround time, which is crucial for flights.
- I'm skeptical about how quickly changes might take effect at the operational level.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Procurement Officer (San Antonio, Texas)
Age: 42 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Clarified competition based on price and quality should streamline procurement processes.
- Parties involved in supply chains should experience fewer complications.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Junior Logistics Officer (Baltimore, Maryland)
Age: 25 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This move might pave the way for a clearer career trajectory in logistics, especially with revamped supply chains.
- Excited about potential career developments, albeit cautious about immediate implications.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
Retired Navy Pilot (Norfolk, Virginia)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I recall numerous issues with waiting for parts when I was active.
- This policy might greatly benefit current operators if implemented effectively.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Aircraft Parts Manufacturer (New Orleans, Louisiana)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Excited for possible growth and expansion but concerned about maintaining quality with increased production demands.
- Regulations align well with our current practices; however, we will need to scale production timelines.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Military Logistics Analyst (Miami, Florida)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Standardizing parts supply could offer significant data points for logistical modeling and forecasting.
- Expecting smoother operations within a few years; short-term challenges seen as growth phase.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $150000000 (Low: $100000000, High: $200000000)
Year 2: $100000000 (Low: $75000000, High: $125000000)
Year 3: $75000000 (Low: $50000000, High: $100000000)
Year 5: $50000000 (Low: $30000000, High: $70000000)
Year 10: $25000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $50000000)
Year 100: $50000000 (Low: $30000000, High: $100000000)
Key Considerations
- The shift requires significant logistical adjustments which could initially disrupt operations, but aim to improve readiness over time.
- FAA-certified parts are expected to be more easily available and cost-effective compared to military-specific parts.
- Continuous compliance with FAA regulations may incur ongoing costs.
- Potential international impacts if parts need to be sourced outside the U.S.