WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Randy Babbitt today announced an expedited review of flight and rest rules and called on U.S. airlines and unions to respond, by July 31, with specific commitments to strengthen safety at regional and major airlines by insisting that airlines obtain all available FAA pilot records, among other […]
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DORGAN APPLAUDS FAA ACTION ON AIRLINE SAFETY
As Chairman of Aviation subcommittee, Dorgan held a series of hearings highlighting the need for improved airline safety (WASHINGTON, D.C.) – U.S. Senator Byron Dorgan (D-N.D.), Chairman of the Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security panel, today applauded the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) quick action to examine airline safety issues with the formation of an Aviation […]
Sensis Aerobahn Helping Airlines and Port Authority of New York/New Jersey at JFK International Airport Improve Efficiency and Customer Experience
Airport Operator and Airlines Join FAA in Real-time View of Airport Surface Operations for Improved Situational Awareness EAST SYRACUSE, NY – June 22, 2009 – The Port Authority of New York/New Jersey (PANYNJ) and authorized airlines, through the Aviation Development Council (ADC), now have access to Sensis Aerobahn® airport automation and management tool at John […]
Call to Action Leads to Improvements in Pilot Training and Better Access to Pilot Records
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senior officials from U.S. airlines, pilot unions and the FAA today agreed on several major actions to improve safety programs and pilot training at the nation’s airlines. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood and FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt hosted the "Call to Action" to identify immediate steps to strengthen and improve pilot […]
Colorado Airport to Close for Reconstruction Project
Closure of the Granby Airport Granby Airport for phase II of a reconstruction project will begin June 29, 2009 and last through October 26, 2009. During project construction only those employees associated with Armstrong Engineering, Grand County, Pavetec Inc. and its subs will be allowed on the airport. After hours and Sundays when construction is […]
PANTHER INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY
Reflects on past and present while preparing for the future Tampa, FL – (June 15, 2009) – Panther International, an innovator in grant and loan management solutions as well as custom software applications and Internet solutions for commercial and government clients, celebrates its 15th anniversary this year as they continue to expand into new markets. […]
Alliance Expresses Strong Support for Mica Amendment
June 3, 2009 The Honorable John Mica 2313 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Dear Ranking Member Mica: We are writing to express our strong support for your proposed amendment to H.R 2200, The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Authorization Act, which would more clearly delineate the basis upon which TSA can issue regulations and […]
Coalition Letter Opposes ARFF Changes
May 12, 2009 The Honorable John D. Rockefeller The Honorable Kay Bailey Hutchison Chairman Ranking Member Senate Committee on Commerce, Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Science, and Transportation 254 Russell Senate Office Building 560 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Washington, DC 20510 Dear Chairman Rockefeller and Ranking Member Hutchison: We are […]
DORGAN ANNOUNCES HEARINGS ON AIRLINE SAFETY
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – U.S. Senator Byron Dorgan (D-N.D.), Chairman of the Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security Subcommittee in the Commerce Committee today said he will hold a series of hearings to investigate airline safety, given the “stunning” disclosures before the National Transportation Safety Board surrounding the crash of the Continental Connection Flight 3407 commuter plane […]
DORGAN INTRODUCES BILL TO INCREASE INTERNATIONAL TOURISM TO THE U.S.
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — U.S. Senator Byron Dorgan (D-ND) introduced the Travel Promotion Act today, to increase international tourism to the United States and bolster our country as a destination in the international travel market. “We have lost ground in attracting international tourists visiting our country in recent years,” said Dorgan. “This bill will help […]
