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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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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NATA Announces Winners of the Aviation Maintenance Technician Employer Recognition Awards Program

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Employer Recognition Awards. This program honors exceptional aviation maintenance organizations that demonstrate a commitment to fostering the development and training of aviation maintenance technicians. 

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Aviation Leaders to be Recognized with 2023-2024 NATA Industry Excellence Awards

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Recognizing outstanding commitment and service to the success of aviation business, NATA (National Air Transportation Association) has announced the recipients of its 2024 Industry Excellence Awards.

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Urban Named NATA Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, Stephens Stays on as Senior Advisor

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The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is pleased to announce that Jenny Ann Urban has been promoted to the role of Vice President of Regulatory Affairs. Urban will take over as department head from Alan Stephens, who will continue to provide Association strategy and regulatory guidance in his new role as NATA Senior Advisor.

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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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NATA Mourns the Passing of Former Board Member and Industry Advocate Robert Olislagers

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) was saddened to hear of the passing of industry champion Robert Olislagers and recognizes his immeasurable contributions to enriching the aviation business community and those who support it

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NATA and NBAA Welcome Pleasance as AOPA President, Thank Baker for Years of Service

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NATA and NBAA have welcomed the appointment of Darren Pleasance as President and CEO of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and thanked outgoing, longtime leader Mark Baker for his service to the community.

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NATA and The Alaska Air Carriers Association Form Partnership to Elevate Aviation Business Safety and Success

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NATA (National Air Transportation Association) and the Alaska Air Carriers Association (AACA) announced a partnership providing structure for advancing the safety and success of air carriers, while contributing to the greater good of aviation businesses nationwide.

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NATA Partner+ Aligns Aviation Businesses with Individualized Solutions for Specific Needs

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NATA (National Air Transportation Association) has announced the rollout of NATA Partner+, a strategic marketing platform aligning members’ current and future needs with an expansive array of experts, tools, and resources. 

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NATA Promotes Jake Legere to Associate Vice President

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NATA (National Air Transportation Association) is pleased to announce that Jake Legere has been promoted to Associate Vice President of Sales & Marketing. In this role, Legere will be responsible for leading the strategic vision for and oversight of NATA’s insurance programs and member benefit programs as well as helping to drive membership growth.

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NATA and NBAA Mourn the Passing of Aviation Champion Former Senator James Inhofe

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The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) marked the passing of general aviation advocate and former Sen. James Inhofe (R-OK), who tirelessly fought on behalf of the industry throughout his decades of public service.

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NATA Air Charter Summit Highlights Community as a Catalyst for Business Aviation Safety and Success

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Last week, NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) wrapped up an energetic and engaging Air Charter Summit, gathering industry and agency stakeholders in Oklahoma City. The Summit provided a forum for discussion on timely topics and direct connections between federal agencies and the part 135 community.

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NATA Annual Meeting Confirms Three New Board Members and Continuity in Leadership

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NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) announces continued leadership of Board of Directors and the election of three new members following its Annual Meeting of the Members held during its Air Charter Summit. 

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NBAA and NATA Applaud Final Passage of FAA Reauthorization Bill

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Both the NBAA and NATA have welcomed the congressional passage of a comprehensive measure to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for five years, by a vote of 387 to 26, with 17 not voting. Final passage of the bill comes ahead of the May 17 expiration of the current short-term authorization. 

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