H.R. 6267: Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Aviation Supply Chain Safety and Security Digitization Act of 2025, aims to facilitate the transition from paper-based documentation to digital documentation within the aviation supply chain. The primary objectives of the bill are as follows:

Study of Impediments

The bill mandates the Comptroller General of the United States to carry out a study that will focus on the barriers to using digital documentation and verification processes in aviation. The goal of this study is to help identify issues related to false documentation and counterfeit parts in the industry.

Key Areas of Evaluation

While conducting the study, the Comptroller General will examine several key challenges, including:

• The difficulties faced by manufacturers, repair stations, air carriers, aircraft lessors, brokers, and other participants in switching to digital authorized release certificates, such as the FAA Form 8130–3.
• The aviation industry's ability to utilize digital verification and authentication tools.
• The establishment of standardized documentation within the aviation sector.
• The transition process of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from paper-based records to digital documents and from physical to digital signatures.

Report Findings

Within one year of the bill's enactment, the Comptroller General is required to submit a report outlining the findings of the study to both the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Recommendations

The report must contain recommendations regarding:

• Methods to encourage aviation organizations of all sizes to adopt digital forms and authentication tools.
• Strategies for speeding up the transition to digital documentation by the FAA.
• Any other recommendations deemed relevant by the Comptroller General.

Response from the Department of Transportation

Following the submission of the report, the Secretary of Transportation is required to respond to any recommendations directed at the Department of Transportation within 120 days.

Relevant Companies

• BA - Boeing: As a major aircraft manufacturer, Boeing may be directly impacted by changes in documentation processes and the push towards digital verification of parts.
• LMT - Lockheed Martin: Engaged in aerospace manufacturing and defense contracting, Lockheed Martin may also be affected by the requirements for digital documentation and standardized processes.
• RTX - Raytheon Technologies: As a key player in aviation and aerospace products, Raytheon might face implications from the legislation encouraging digital transitions for documentation.