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September 2, 2013 – Volume 12 Issue 25
 Hendricks Discusses Local and National Industry Issues at Napa Town Hall
On Wednesday, August 28, NATA President and CEO Thomas L. Hendricks visited Napa Jet Center, in Napa, CA, for a Town Hall Meeting with local aviation businesses and enthusiasts to discuss local and national issues affecting general aviation, and what NATA is doing to support the industry in Washington. The event, which was attended by more than 60 people and local press, was a huge success, reported Napa Jet Center CEO Mark Willey. Click here for an article on the Town Hall from the Napa Valley Patch. Click here for an article on the Town Hall from the Napa Valley Register.
OSHA Hazard Communications - What does it mean to your business? Webinar
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set a deadline of December 1, 2013 for training of employees on the 2012 changes to the Hazard Communications (HazCom) Standard. Is your company prepared? The OSHA HazCom standard was enacted in the 1980’s and provides workers with the right to know about hazardous chemicals they may be exposed to at work. This webinar is presented at no charge in an effort to educate our members and the industry in general, on the requirements of the OSHA HazCom Standard and changes made to that standard in 2012. NATA’s FREE webinar will take place on September 9, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. Register here.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage Is Now Available In Alaska
Beacon Aviation Insurance is now authorized and able to offer workers’ compensation insurance quotations in Alaska. Have your agent contact Beacon for a quotation today!
Airline Services Council To Meet In September
The NATA Airline Services Council will meet September 17-18 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Arlington, VA. Issues to be addressed include third party screening, airport badging, civil penalties, international garbage standards, and more. Meet with representatives from TSA, FAA, CBP, and other industry and government leaders. Contact Elizabeth Nicholson at enicholson@nata.aero with your travel dates and to RSVP for the meeting and dinner.
Arkansas Mayors Declare August General Aviation Appreciation Month
Three Arkansas Mayors have joined Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe in recognizing the importance of general aviation to towns and cities across the state. Mayor Bob McCaslin of Bentonville, Mayor Stewart Nelson of Morrilton and Mayor Rick Elumbaugh of Batesville all signed proclamations in their cities declaring August as “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” The Mayors’ proclamations come just after Governor Beebe signed a proclamation on July 24, 2013 discussing general aviation’s contributions to the state economy, businesses and communities. Across the Land of Opportunity, general aviation supports 5,400 jobs and contributes nearly $500 million to the state’s economy each year.
Fall LSST Seminar – Housing Deadline Extended to Sept. 6
NATA Safety 1st is launching an updated version of its popular Line Service Supervisor Training (LSST) seminar this fall. The Line Service Supervisor Training now includes hands-on fire extinguisher training, sending your supervisors home with the knowledge to teach your other employees. To view the LSST promotional video or to register for the LSST, please visit NATA’s Events Page.
NATA Fall Committee Meetings - Housing Deadline Extended to Sept. 6
NATA will host its Fall Committee Meetings September 23-24 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Hotel information, a schedule of events and links to register are available at http://www.nata.aero/Committees.aspx.
NEW Aviation Management Workshop - Housing Deadline Extended to Sept. 6
NATA Safety 1st is launching a new Aviation Management Workshop this fall. This new workshop is designed to provide a practical foundation for improving your performance as a leader and manager and help you be more effective. The Aviation Management Workshop takes place September 25-26 in Indianapolis, Indiana in conjunction with the Fall Committee Meetings. To learn more or register for this workshop, please visit NATA’s Events Page.
NATA Workers’ Compensation Insurance ProgramTM Featured at NBAA
Beacon Aviation and NATA staff are setting up appointments during the Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, October 21-23, to answer questions about the NATA Workers’ Compensation ProgramTM. Make sure to secure a preferred date and time by emailing nata@beaconais.com or calling (941) 343-8943. We look forward to seeing you at booth #C8029.
New GM at Landmark Aviation in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Ben Humbert has been named General Manager of Landmark Aviation’s Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) location in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Click here to read more.
Hewitt Joins Wheels Up
ACSF Vice-Chairman David Hewitt has joined the staff of Wheels Up, as executive vice-president of safety. The newly formed company is a private members club that will operate a fleet of the Beechcraft King Air 350i.
ACSF News
The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) released its monthly newsletter last week. Click here to read. Visit http://www.acsf.aero/ for more information on ACSF.
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