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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NBAA Joins International Aviation Community in Celebrating ICAO’s 80th Anniversary

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) celebrates the 80th anniversary of the signing of an agreement establishing the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the United Nations agency that regulates international air navigation and promotes the safe development of global aviation standards.

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NBAA Marks the Passing of Aviation Safety Stalwart Nicholas Sabatini

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today marked the passing of aviation safety advocate and former FAA Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety Nicholas “Nick” Sabatini, an influential leader at the FAA and mentor to many in the agency and industry

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With Boundless Enthusiasm and Opportunities, NBAA-BACE Was the Place to Be

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has concluded an electrifying week at its 2024 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), bringing together the industry’s top names, latest innovations and biggest news, ushering in the next era of aviation.

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NBAA and NATA Issue Statements on Historic AAM Rulemaking

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NBAA and NATA Issue Statements on Historic AAM Rulemaking

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and NATA (National Air Transportation Association) have welcomed the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) release of a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) to establish requirements for the safe, efficient integration of advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft into the nation’s aviation system. 

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NBAA Welcomes FAA Officials to NBAA-BACE Safety Events, Including the US Federal Air Surgeon

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is excited that Dr. Susan Northrup, U.S. federal air surgeon at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will take part in a panel discussion on mental health as part of the National Safety Forum at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).

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NATA Recognizes Lirio Liu with Major Leadership Honor

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NATA Recognizes Lirio Liu with Major Leadership Honor

For her stellar service to general aviation through an exceptional and impactful career at the Federal Aviation Administration, Lirio Liu will be honored with the NATA Distinguished Public Service Award. The award is a special honor selected by the NATA Board of Directors and members—recognizing outstanding public service and contributions to the industry.  It will be presented as part of the NATA Industry Excellence Awards Luncheon, to be held in conjunction with the association’s Aviation Business Conference in Nashville, TN, on November 13.

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Aren’t All Air Charter Operators Legit?

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Aren’t All Air Charter Operators Legit?

A bright shiny airplane, sharply dressed pilots in official-looking uniforms, personalized air transportation — sounds great, doesn’t it? Since the pandemic, private air charter has surged because of the convenience and personal touch. With that surge have come unscrupulous, illegal charter operators that mimic legitimate operators, but they do not have Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization to fly. Why is that important to you, the passenger? Because these rogue operators, while they may be cheap, do not abide by the same standards of safety that legitimate, legal operators must abide by.

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NBAA-BACE Media Breakfast to Feature House GA Champions, Reps. Graves, Larsen

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced that U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chair Rep. Sam Graves (R-6-MO) and Ranking Member Rep. Rick Larsen (D-2-WA) will be part of a special Media Kickoff Breakfast discussion just before the start of the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) on Oct. 22.

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Safety in Focus at 2024 NBAA-BACE: A Preview

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Just as the year has brought a number of significant developments to the safety landscape for business aviation, the issue will be in focus as never before at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), taking place Oct. 22-24 in Las Vegas.

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FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker to Keynote 2024 NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced that Michael Whitaker, administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will be a featured speaker for the Opening Keynote Session on Oct. 22 at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas.

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NBAA Tells Congress: Workforce Growth Key to Continued US Aviation Leadership

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today highlighted the need to redouble the focus on attracting the next generation of industry professionals as a national priority and urged Congress to ensure that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) effectively implements plans contained in the agency’s newly enacted reauthorization to build a workforce that preserves America’s global aviation leadership.

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NBAA Questions FAA’s Plan for New Rules on Flights Critical to Communities

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is questioning the rationale for a government plan to develop far-reaching new regulations, on alleged safety grounds, for certain on-demand public charter carriers that are often key to aviation service in small communities. 

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Business Aviation Community Joins in NBAA’s Urgent Call to Pass FAA Reauthorization Bill

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) sent a strong message to Congress, bolstered with signatures from hundreds of business aviation stakeholders, urging lawmakers to move forward a long-delayed, long-term reauthorization measure for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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NATA Statement on Bipartisan, Bicameral FAA Reauthorization Bill

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NATA (National Air Transportation Association) issued the following statement on the bipartisan, bicameral FAA Reauthorization bill text released Monday by the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee and the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.  

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Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) Expands Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) with Addition of Novus Jet Charter and Otter Air Services

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The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is proud to announce the expansion of its Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) with the inclusion of two esteemed members, Novus Jet Charter (novusjets.com) based in Boca Raton, FL, and Otter Air Services (flyotter.com) located in Grand Rapids, MI. 

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