NATA Calls for Swift Confirmation of FAA Administrator Nominee Bryan Bedford

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NATA (The National Air Transportation Association) supports the swift confirmation of Bryan Bedford to serve as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). At a time of historic transformation and trials for the aviation sector, our industry needs experienced, steady leadership to advance safety, innovation, and operational excellence across the National Airspace System. The following statement can be attributed to NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna: 

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Court Ruling Denies Forced Premature Transition to Unleaded Aviation Fuel, Affirming Focus on Safety and Industry Consensus

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The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda's denial of the Center for Environmental Health’s (CEH) motion to mandate the premature transition to a new unleaded aviation fuel recognizes the critical need for a transition with a focus on safety and industry consensus. It also affirms that any change must consider materials compatibility, demonstrated commercial availability, and industry readiness.

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NATA, IFBOA, and AssuredPartners Aerospace Announce More than $2 Million in Good Experience Returns (GER) to Program Participants

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NATA, IFBOA, AssuredPartners Aerospace proudly announce the final Program year for 2019 of its Workers Compensation Insurance Program, underwritten by QBE, closed with a Good Experience Return (GER) of $2.04 million to participants. To date, over $24 million in GER has been distributed to Program participants.

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NATA and NBAA Join Coalition Supporting a National Pause for General Aviation Safety

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NTAT) have joined more than a dozen aviation associations in the launch of the “National Pause for General Aviation (GA) Safety,” an FAA Safety Team-supported initiative, also backed by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), which focuses on continually enhancing the safety of GA operations.

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FlyHouse Names Al Mann Chief Safety Officer

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"Safety isn’t just about following rules, it’s about building a culture where it’s second nature," said Al Mann. "FlyHouse is pushing private aviation forward, and I’m excited to be part of a team that doesn’t just talk about safety but lives it in every flight, every decision, and every interaction."

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NBAA Welcomes Nomination of Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) have welcomed President Trump’s nomination of pilot and aviation industry veteran Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), noting Bedford’s proven organizational leadership, and the importance of a confirmed administrator in providing consistency and continuity at the agency.

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General Aviation Provides Robust Contribution to U.S. Economy

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Eight aviation groups have joined together in welcoming an updated study detailing the robust contributions of general aviation to the U.S. economy. Conducted by PwC US Tax LLP, the updated study determined that general aviation (GA) supports a total of 1,330,200 jobs and a total of $339.2 billion in total economic output in the U.S. Both figures are sizable increases over an initial PricewaterhouseCoopers study conducted five years ago.

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NATA Partner+ Expands Safety-focused Offerings with Aviation Safety Solutions

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The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is proud to welcome Aviation Safety Solutions (AvSafety) to its Partner+ program, expanding safety-focused offerings for NATA members. Aviation Safety Solutions (AvSafety) is a premier provider of Safety Management System (SMS) expertise dedicated to elevating safety and compliance across the aviation industry.

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NATA Calls for Steady Leadership of the NAS, Confirmation of Duffy as DOT Secretary

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In a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) called for swift confirmation of the Honorable Sean Duffy as U.S. Secretary of Transportation, highlighting the critical need for stable leadership to implement Congressionally mandated reforms that will improve FAA efficiency and modernize regulatory oversight for NATA’s air charter operator, maintenance repair station, general aviation airport, and advanced air mobility members alike. 

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NATA Enhances Aviation Business Online Experience with Website Evolution

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is ushering in a milestone year of service to the aviation business community with a major website upgrade. The new site enhances the user experience with an intuitive interface, improved video capabilities, smart menus, and expanded member-only resources – with a modern appearance and flexible platform to deliver on NATA’s 85-year-old mission of empowering aviation business safety and success.

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NATA Applauds the Announcement of Graves Serving an Additional Term as Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) welcomes the announcement that Congressman Sam Graves (R, MO) will serve an additional term as Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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NATA Recognizes FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker

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“Michael Whitaker’s focus on U.S. aviation leadership and dedication to collaboration between the Agency and aviation community allowed for much progress in a short period of time. As Administrator, Whitaker prioritized industry input in advancing technologies, fostering safety, and developing the aviation workforce, including considerations for operators in the drafting of the SMS rule for part 135 operations, the timely release of the final SFAR for the safe integration of AAM into the NAS, and work to modernize the approach to mental health in the aviation industry,” stated NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna.

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NATA and NBAA Congratulate James Viola as New GAMA President and CEO

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Both the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) have welcomed James “Jim” Viola as the incoming president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). He succeeds Peter “Pete” Bunce, who has led the organization since 2005.

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NATA CS Joins NATA as a Member and Enhances Relationship Through Participation in the Partner+ Program

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NATA (The National Air Transportation Association), the voice of the business aviation community, is pleased to announce that NATA Compliance Services (NATA CS) has joined the Association as a participant in its Partner+ Program. NATA CS is a leading service provider offering security, safety, and compliance solutions to the aviation industry.

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NATA’s Chambers Promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications and Association Affairs

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The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is pleased to announce that Shannon Chambers has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Communications and Association Affairs. Chambers will spearhead NATA’s strategic and creative flow of communications and initiatives, while further developing and strengthening the Association’s brand, programs, and relationships.

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NATA Statement on GAMI Unleaded Aviation Fuel Demonstration at Reid-Hillview Airport

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NATA (National Air Transportation Association) issued the following statement in response to General Aviation Modifications, Inc.’s (GAMI) announcement regarding G100UL at Reid-Hillview Airport (KRHV) in Santa Clara, California. NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna serves as Co-chair of the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative, a government and industry partnership dedicated to finding a safe and reliable unleaded aviation fuel for piston aircraft.

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