In a time when innovation in aviation has steadily improved safety, accessibility, and efficiency, concerns are emerging about efforts that could reverse that progress. Dr. Mark Mostert, Senior Researcher at Able Americans, warns that certain policy shifts and regulatory changes risk undermining decades of advancement in the skies—particularly for passengers with disabilities. He emphasizes that while modernization and inclusion have expanded opportunities for millions of travelers, rolling back key protections or deprioritizing accessibility could create new barriers and safety concerns. Mostert argues that maintaining forward momentum in aviation policy is essential to ensure that progress in both technology and equal access is not lost.