AUVSI Statement on U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit Ruling on FAA Remote ID Rule

The United States Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit recently issued an opinion in the case of Tyler Brennan, et al v. Stephen Dickson, et al denying the petition for review of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)’s Remote ID rule. On behalf of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), President and CEO Brian Wynne […]

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NATCA President Addresses Key Aviation Challenges Including ATC Staffing Shortfalls at Aero Club of Washington

NATCA President Addresses Key Aviation Challenges Including ATC Staffing Shortfalls at Aero Club of Washington National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) President Rich Santa addressed the Aero Club of Washington recently about ongoing challenges facing the National Airspace System (NAS), including air traffic controller staffing. He described how: Air traffic controllers and aviation safety professionals […]

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NBAA Welcomes Formation of Congressional AAM Caucus

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today welcomed the creation of the bipartisan Congressional Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Caucus, which will help educate members about this revolutionary emerging technology. Powered by electric or hybrid propulsion, AAM offers significant potential to improve mobility and complement existing public transportation networks while reducing congestion and carbon and noise […]

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NBAA Salutes Rep. Peter DeFazio’s Service to Aviation with American Spirit Award

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) honored Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-4-OR) with its American Spirit Award, in recognition of his longtime service to the nation’s aviation community and his commitment to the National Aviation System. DeFazio currently serves as chair of the U.S. House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) and has served on that […]

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NATA Pledges Support for RedTail Flight Academy’s Goal to Diversify the Sky

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) pledged ongoing support for the RedTail Flight Academy and its mission at the Academy’s inaugural graduation on May 21, 2022, at New York Stewart International Airport. The RedTail Flight Academy is developing a pipeline of diverse aviators to meet the increasing demand for U.S pilots and aviation professionals—all while […]

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GAMA President & CEO Testifies before Congress Regarding the Environmental Sustainability of General Aviation

Last Tuesday, May 17, 2022, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) President and CEO, Pete Bunce, testified before the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Subcommittee on Aviation, in a hearing entitled, “Preparing for Take-Off: Examining Efforts to Address Climate Change at U.S. Airports”. In his testimony, Bunce described the efforts which business and general […]

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Principal Aviation Joins the Air Charter Safety Foundation

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (acsf.aero), a non-profit aviation safety organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., welcomes its newest member company, the Florida-based air charter broker, Principal Aviation. Principal Aviation’s Partner, Lee Simon, commented: “We joined ACSF, because we know the importance of safety. As an air charter broker, we feel it is essential to be […]

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NATCA Mourns Loss of Veteran Miami Tower Controller and Union Facility Representative Narciso Torres

The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is shocked and extremely saddened to report the passing of veteran Miami Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT, MIA) controller and devoted Union member Narciso Torres, who was aboard a single-engine Cessna 172 that crash-landed Saturday on the Haulover Inlet Bridge north of Miami Beach, Fla. Torres served as […]

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