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January 27, 2014 – Volume 13 Issue 4
 Aviation Loses A Friend and Colleague
NATA released this statement in tribute to Henry M. Ogrodzinski, President and CEO of the National Association of State Aviation Officials:
“It is with a heavy heart that NATA and the aviation community bids farewell to Henry Ogrodzinski. He was not only a strong advocate for our industry, but also a friend to countless members of the entire aviation community. Henry will be remembered for his unwavering dedication, his strength, his incredible talent, but most of all for the personal touch he brought to everything he did. He has left an indelible mark on the industry as a mentor and leader. We extend our sympathy to his family, colleagues and friends,” said NATA President and CEO Thomas L. Hendricks.
Washington House Bill Broadens Definition of Commercial Airplane – Encourages Business Migration and Job Growth
On Thursday, January 30, 2014, the Washington State House Committee on Technology and Economic Development will review House Bill 2203, which amends the definition of “commercial airplane” for tax preferences to include a broader range of commercial aircraft in order to promote the relocation of businesses and good wage jobs across the state. Click here to read an analysis of the bill from the Washington State House Office of Program Research.
Washington State to Perform Aviation System Plan Update – Asks for Industry Input
The Washington State Department of Transportation’s Aviation Division is encouraging members of the aviation industry to comment on a system plan that will “help the state strategically maintain and improve its aviation system for the future.” More information on what the Department is looking for, and who to contact, can be found here.
Hendricks to Participate in Upcoming Association Town Halls
NATA President and CEO Tom Hendricks will participate in the HAI HELI-Expo General Aviation Association CEO Town Hall on February 26th in Anaheim, CA. Hendricks is also guest speaker at the Minnesota Aviation Trades Association Conference on March 21st and at the Opening Town Hall of the Aviation Pros Live event on March 25-26 in Las Vegas, NV.
Voting begins soon for FltPlan’s Pilot’s Choice Awards
Pilot voting starts February 1st for FltPlan’s 2014 Pilots’ Choice Awards, which recognizes favorite United States FBOs, top U.S. FBOs by region, small and large FBO chains, Canadian, Caribbean and Mexican FBOs, ATC Center, ATC Tower, and customs and border protection. Click here for more details.
FBO Success Seminar Held In Conjunction with Aviation Pros Live
The 2014 FBO Success Seminar, “Winning Strategies for the Savvy FBO Owner, Operator and Manager,” will be held in conjunction with the Aviation Pros Live 2014 Event. Attendees will receive a pass to go to the Expo - click here for details on the 2014 Aviation Pros Live Event. Click here to read more about the FBO Success Seminar.
Second Day of NATA Conference Features A Capitol Experience
Discover the past, present and future of our Nation’s Capitol on the second day of the Aviation Business & Legislative Conference (ABLC). The day’s events will begin at the impressive U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). The CVC provides a welcoming and educational environment for visitors to learn about the unique characteristics of the House and the Senate and the legislative process as well as the history and development of the architecture and art of the U.S. Capitol. Attendees will receive a guided tour of the CVC and the U.S. Capitol Building, meet Members of Congress and find out the direction for GA in this Congressional Session. The Aviation Business & Legislative Conference will take place March 2-5 at the Gaylord National Resort & Conference Center in National Harbor, MD. Click here for event agenda and to register.
2014 Spring Committee Meetings Kick Off ABLC Conference
NATA will hold its 2014 Spring Committee Meetings on Monday, March 3rd, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. The committee meetings are held in conjunction with the NATA Aviation Business and Legislative Conference (ABLC). Registration is available online or through a printable registration form. The deadline for confirming your attendance at the committee meetings is Monday, February 14, 2014, but your earliest possible response will help us plan your committee meeting attendance.
Million Air Dallas (ADS) Names Brett Jones as Chief Pilot
Million Air Dallas names Brett Jones as Chief Pilot. Click here to read more.
EPIC Strikes Deal For New Card That Increases Global Acceptance
EPIC and U.S. Bank Multi Service Aviation have introduced the new EPIC/Multi Service Aviation cobrand card, which will provide global acceptance to EPIC cardholders via the Multi Service Aviation network, starting in the first quarter of 2014. Click here to read further.
Banyan FANS 1/A CPDLC Workshop/Demo
Banyan Air Service based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (KFXE) will host a NextGen Seminar on Thursday, February 6 from 10 am – 1:00 pm. This seminar will include a hands-on workshop and a live demonstration of Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC). The purpose of the workshop is to provide hands on experience using the equipment that meets the North Atlantic FANS 1/A Mandates and European Mandate for LINK 2000+ requirements. The NextGen topics also covered will include ADS-B, ADS-C, FANS 1/A benefits which are improved communications, reduced separation between aircraft, and more direct routings. RSVP for this workshop on-line at www.banyanair.com/fans.
ACSF News
The 2014 Air Charter Safety Symposium will take place March 4-5. New for 2014! This program is NBAA CAM approved. The 2014 Air Charter Safety Symposium provides an opportunity to earn a maximum of one point toward the CAM Program. Visit http://www.acsf.aero/symposium for full agenda and to register. The Air Charter Safety Foundation will hold an ACSF Auditor Workshop on March 5-6 immediately following the ACSF Safety Symposium. Visit http://www.acsf.aero/ for more ACSF News.
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