The Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base Coalition (ACIBC) is made up of approximately 400 businesses that supply components and services for U.S. Navy aircraft carriers. The Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base (ACIB) comprises over 2,000 companies that stretch across 46 states. These companies contribute to the production and maintenance of one of our nation’s most critical and trusted military platforms. These small, mid-sized and large businesses supply a wide range of components and services, from motors, pipes and insulation to electrical, engineering and maintenance services.
Established in 2004, ACIBC seeks to preserve the strength of the aircraft carrier force and promote the value of the Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base as a vital part of the nation's overall defense structure by educating policymakers and other stakeholders.
Coalition members receive frequent updates on the challenges and opportunities facing the aircraft carrier industrial base, as well as guidance on how to communicate with Congress and the media.
Additionally, every spring, the ACIBC hosts Action Days, its annual Aircraft Carrier Fly-in in Washington, D.C. Members travel from across the country to the nation’s capitol for briefings on the aircraft carrier program and for personal visits with their members of Congress and staff. They also have an opportunity to meet with fellow suppliers in the industry.
Coalition membership is open to individuals and companies, including aircraft carrier contractors and subcontractors committed to the strength of the aircraft carrier force structure and its industrial base. All activities are voluntary, there is no membership fee, and travel expenses are borne by each individual company.