Safety Starts at the Top Act of 2025

This bill requires large aircraft manufacturers (with at least $15 billion in annual revenue) to annually certify that their board includes two labor representatives (one from each union representing manufacturing employees) and two safety experts with proven aerospace safety experience. It amends FAA regulations to mandate this board composition for entities holding Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) certificates, which allow companies to self-certify aircraft safety. The FAA must rescind ODA delegations from non-compliant companies within 90 days of the bill’s enactment.