NATA Celebrates 50 Years of Safety and Success: Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program Reaches Golden Milestone

NATA (National Air Transportation Association) proudly announces the 50th anniversary of its Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program. For half a century, the program has supported aviation businesses with specialized coverage, a strong focus on workplace safety, and meaningful financial returns for participants.

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NATA Applauds House T&I Committee Approval of ALERT Act

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) applauded the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure's unanimous approval of the Airspace Location and Enhanced Risk Transparency (ALERT) Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at strengthening aviation safety across the National Airspace System.

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NATA Introduces New Certification to Expand Apron Safety Training for Ramp-Access Personnel

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has announced the launch of its Basic Apron Safety and Security – Ramp Access Only (RAO) Certification, a new offering within the NATA Safety 1st Training Center. This certification is designed for personnel who require access to airport ramps but do not perform aircraft ground handling or operate ground support equipment (GSE).

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NATA Commends FAA and DOT Announcement of Advanced Air Mobility and eVTOL Integration Pilot Program Projects

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) welcomes the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announcement of eight selected projects under the newly launched Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). NATA recognizes this milestone as a reflection of meaningful progress toward the safe and efficient integration of next generation aircraft into the National Airspace System (NAS), while opening the door to significant opportunities for growth, collaboration, and engagement across the general aviation community.

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NBAA, NATA Call on FCC to Apply Proven Framework to Safeguard Bizav Amidst Upper C-Band Deployment

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) have urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to employ its “emerging technologies framework” to Part 91 and Part 135 operators to ensure business aviation safety, equitable cost allocation and the orderly deployment of Upper C-Band wireless services.

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NATA Recognizes Publication of ASTM D8631-25 as Important Step in UL100E Evaluation Process

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) congratulates LyondellBasell and VP Racing on an important milestone marked by the publication of ASTM D8631-25, the Standard Specification for Unleaded Aviation Gasoline Test Fuel Containing Ethers. Issued by ASTM International in November, the standard establishes the first ASTM specification for UL100E, the unleaded aviation gasoline co-developed by LyondellBasell and VP Racing.

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Drone Discovery in Dallas and Dubai

Drone Discovery in Dallas and Dubai

Drones were the topic at the Aviation Business Conference in Dallas, TX, last month, as well as a performer at the grand Dubai Airshow at the same time. On the second day of the Dubai Airshow 2025, thousands of attendees were treated to a breathtaking and surreal debut drone show as part of the new “Airshow After Dark” event.

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NATA’s 2025 Aviation Business Conference Draws Strong Turnout, Tackles Key Challenges, and Highlights a Unified Industry Vision

Leaders from virtually all segments of the aviation business sector gathered in Dallas on November 17-18 to tackle a wide range of pressing issues, identify strategies to keep the aviation industry thriving, and outline pathways for moving forward.

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NATA Pays Tribute to Jerry Holland, Visionary Founder of Sheltair Aviation

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) joins the aviation community in honoring the life and legacy of Jerry Holland—a visionary and patriarch behind Sheltair Aviation, the family-founded FBO network that grew from a single operation at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) into a 16-location enterprise spanning four states.

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NATA Mourns the Passing of Aviation Pioneer Pat Epps, Longtime Industry and Association Advocate

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) joins the aviation community in mourning the loss of Pat Epps, a true icon of our industry. Pat’s leadership at Epps Aviation, his unwavering commitment to safety and service, and his lifelong passion for flight leave an indelible mark on general aviation. His legacy will continue to guide and inspire the community he helped build.

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NATA Statement on the End of the Federal Government Shutdown

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) welcomed the end of the federal government shutdown and the forthcoming restoration of full operations across the Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and other agencies. Congressional passage of temporary funding through January 30, 2026, brings much-needed relief to safety-critical federal employees who have worked without pay, as well as aviation businesses, operators, and their customers who have managed significant uncertainty and endured recent disruptions.

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Modern Skies Coalition Stands United in Calling on Congress to End the Shutdown Without Delay

A broad coalition of aviation stakeholders, including the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA), released a statement calling on Congress to end the shutdown.

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NATA Honors Signature Aviation Leaders with 2025 Industry Excellence Awards

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) has announced the recipients of its 2025 Industry Excellence Leadership Awards, honoring individuals whose professionalism and resilience exemplify the highest standards of general aviation. This year’s honorees, Adam Cope, General Manager of Signature Aviation (DCA) at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (KDCA), and Connor Thoreck, Operations Manager also at Signature Aviation (DCA), are recognized for their extraordinary leadership every day and particularly during the January 29 air disaster over the Potomac River, which claimed 67 lives.

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Cynthia Guidry Earns NATA’s 2025 Airport Executive Partnership Award

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is proud to announce that Cynthia Guidry, Director of Long Beach Airport (KLGB), has been named the recipient of the Association’s 2025 Airport Executive Partnership Award. The honor recognizes an airport leader for outstanding efforts to nurture strong relationships between airport operators, aviation businesses, and the surrounding community.

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NATA Announces 2025 Industry Excellence Award Recipients

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) announced the recipients of its 2025 Industry Excellence Awards today, honoring individuals whose professionalism and dedication strengthen safety, service, and leadership in business aviation. The awards will be presented during the NATA Aviation Business Conference on November 18 at The Adolphus in Dallas, Texas.

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FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau Receives NATA’s 2025 Distinguished Public Service Award for Steadfast Leadership

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is pleased to recognize Federal Aviation Administration Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau as the 2025 recipient of its Distinguished Public Service Award, recognizing his leadership during a pivotal time for aviation and honoring the integrity and character that have defined his career.

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Castle Aviation’s Michael Grossmann Receives NATA’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award for Decades of Leadership

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is honored to present its 2025 Distinguished Service Award to Michael Grossmann, Founder & CEO of Castle Aviation, in recognition of his decades of leadership, innovation, and steadfast commitment to advancing business and general aviation.

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Million Air CEO Roger Woolsey Receives NATA’s Top Honor

NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) announced that Roger Woolsey, owner and CEO of Million Air Interlink (Million Air) and REW Investments, Inc., has been named the 2025 recipient of the Association’s prestigious William A. “Bill” Ong Memorial Award—NATA’s highest honor for extraordinary achievement and extended service to the general aviation industry. 

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