Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning has extended his congratulations to Sean Duffy following his confirmation as the Secretary of Transportation. Fanning expressed optimism about the future, stating, "The Aerospace Industries Association congratulates Sean Duffy on his confirmation to lead the Department of Transportation. The next four years have the potential to unleash a new generation of aerospace technology and to continue to build on the United States’ leadership in this critical sector – with safety and efficiency remaining our top priorities."

Fanning emphasized the importance of collaboration, saying, "We look forward to working alongside Secretary Duffy and his team to advance American achievement in aerospace and maintain U.S. global competitiveness."