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| November 18, 2019 — Volume 18, Issue 45 |
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| This Week's Top Stories |
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NATA Submits Changes to NFPA 409: Standard on Aircraft Hangars
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Last week, the Association announced that it has submitted proposed changes to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 409: Standard on Aircraft Hangars addressing the issues of foam fire suppression systems in aircraft hangars. The comments were developed through a collaboration with NATA members and the aviation industry. The Association’s comments were also based on the University of Maryland’s research report, “Review of Foam Fire Suppression System Discharges in Aircraft Hangars,” written by Dr. James Milke and undergraduate students from the Department of Fire Protection Engineering.
“We are excited to propose these sensible changes to NFPA 409 that help align the Standard with the reality of our industry,” said Megan Eisenstein, NATA’s Director of Regulatory Affairs. The NFPA 409 Technical Committee on Airport Facilities will meet in early 2020 to begin reviewing the public’s comments. The next revision of NFPA 409 will be published in 2021.
To learn more about the NFPA 409 initiative and view additional resources, please click here.
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Lapse in Visa Waiver Program (VWP) Signatory Carrier Agreements
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As a reminder, for an aviation or maritime carrier to be eligible to transport VWP travelers without penalty, carriers must become signatory to the VWP. Carriers need to maintain a valid Visa Waiver Program Agreement (CBP Form I-775), valid for 7 years, on file with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. This process is separate from the Electronic System for Travel (ESTA) requirements.
The VWP Signatory Carrier list can be located here. This list is updated monthly. The renewal link is here.
Please email Lisa Caselli at lisa.a.caselli@cbp.dhs.gov with any questions. |
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Room Block Rate Extended to November 22 | NATA's Certified CSR Program
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The room block rate has been extended to next Friday, November 22, 2019 for the NATA Certified Customer Service Representative (CCSR) Program! Register and book your room today and save.
Hotel Information:
Chateau LeMoyne - French Quarter
301 Dauphine Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
Book Your Room Now
Agenda topics include:
- Anticipating customer needs
- Making a good first impression
- Building long-term profitable customer relationships
- Setting service standards & bringing them to life
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and leadership skills
- Cultural awareness
- Upselling fuel and other service
- Customer service DOs and DONTs
- And more!
Don't delay — this seminar continually sells out and is only a few weeks away!
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In meetings of the General Aviation Joint Safety Council (GAJSC), industry representatives, including NATA, expressed interest in educational material for pilots to know what non-prescription medications could be taken without compromising flight safety. After extensive discussions internally and with industry, FAA has developed a web-based tool that pilots can use as a reference when considering taking over-the-counter medications. The list, along with other information pertinent to ensuring medical fitness to fly, is located at www.faa.gov/go/pilotmeds.
The FAA intends to continually update the information on these pages as new research and medications become available. A link to the FAA information is also available on the NATA website, found here.
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| Member Monday: |
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NATA Member Monday! | Linear Air Taxi
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NATA’s Member Monday series highlights the diverse businesses that make up the Association's membership to show the positive impacts they have on their communities, the aviation business industry, and the world at large. Linear Air Taxi is the leading online platform solving the increasingly difficult 100-500 mile mobility problem by connecting travelers with thousands of small Part 135 airplanes encompassing every US state, Canada and the Caribbean. In addition to www.linearair.com, Linear Air Taxi is available via the travel sites Kayak and Hipmunk, and in the ‘GDS’ systems airlines use to sell through online and traditional travel agents - Amadeus, SABRE, Worldspan, and Apollo. Linear Air Taxi is available in every US State, Canada and the Caribbean. Our headquarters is at Hanscom Airport in Bedford, MA.
Read more here, and search #NATAMemberMonday on our social media for more stories like this.
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| Association Highlights: |
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NATA Seeking Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Training Facilities for 2020 Events
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NATA is currently seeking FBO member locations to host our 2020 training workshops, professional development seminars, and regional town halls and forums. Please note, the meeting space must have room to fit a minimum of 20-25 attendees comfortably.
This is a great opportunity for FBOs looking for direct contact with our members. In addition to hosting our NATA members at your facility, your business will be featured on the event’s webpage, on signage, in NATA News, and in other advertisement opportunities. In exchange for the use of your facility, your company will be named a sponsor and will receive a complimentary registration where applicable.
Alternatively, paid sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities for NATA events start at $250. Sponsors and hosts also have the option of promoting their business with marketing flyers and/or giveaways.
If interested in hosting, sponsoring, or exhibiting, please contact Kim Blankenship at kblankenship@nata.aero or (202) 774-1513.
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Give Back to Help Inspire Aviation’s Future
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Give back to the aviation industry this year with a donation to the National Air Transportation Foundation (NATF) and/or Safety 1st Future Development funds. With your donations, we look to expand upon the efforts of the Foundation to fit the needs of our industry and foster the aviation aspirations of our youngest industry members through our scholarships and grants. On the education and training side, donations to the Safety 1st Future Development fund will be crucial in the progress of the new training platform and upcoming updates as we continue to add more courses and make changes based on user needs.
All NATF donations are tax deductible, NATF is the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of NATA to enhance the safety and quality of service provided to the flying public by assisting aviation businesses in the education and training of their employees. All Safety 1st donations: Please be aware that 7% of your dues/donations are not deductible because federal lobbying expenses are non-deductible as an ordinary business expense.
If you wish to donate, please fill out this form so that we can send you or your company an invoice. You may donate to the Foundation, Safety 1st Development or both. Please contact aconnole@nata.aero, if you have any questions.
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PartnerShip®| NATA's Shipping Program
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Did you know that you have access to the most competitive freight rates in the industry?
PartnerShip® saves you time and money on every truckload, less than truckload (LTL), trade show, or expedited freight shipment. Visit www.PartnerShip.com/NATA to request a free, no obligation rate quote and see how much you can save with the industry’s top freight carriers.
Call PartnerShip® at 800-599-2902 or email sales@PartnerShip.com with any questions.
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Pentastar Aviation and Avflight Team Up to Provide Aviation Services in Grand Rapids, MI
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Pentastar Aviation and Avflight have announced a partnership to provide customers with private jet charter, management, and aircraft maintenance support for their newest Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). “We are continually looking for alliances that complement our service offerings and assist us in reaching our target market. Avflight is a respected and trusted partner with a reputation of excellence that creates a natural synergy between our two companies,” said Brad Bruce, Pentastar Aviation Executive Vice President of Maintenance & Sales. “This partnership will allow us to expose Avflight customers to the full spectrum of services we provide, and having an office at the Avflight facility in Grand Rapids will make it easy for them to take advantage of our combined offerings.” Read more.
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AirMed Eyes APAC Reach with New Challenger 601
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AirMed International has added a Bombardier Challenger 601 to its fleet that the company said will be able to provide faster response times to patients in Hawaii while also serving the Asia-Pacific region. The medically-equipped and -configured Challenger will be based at California's Sacramento McClellan Airport (MCC). "This additional widebody aircraft will enable AirMed to provide longer-range flights to medically complex and neonatal patients," said AirMed International president Denise Treadwell. "It adds to our growing capabilities around the world, specifically to Hawaii, Guam and the entire Asia-Pacific region for many hospitals and medical facilities in the area." Read more.
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Flexjet Opens London Office to Support Euro Expansion
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Flexjet has opened a new office and customer hospitality space in London as part of the private aviation group’s plans to expand its presence in the European market. The U.S.-based group said the new facility, located in the upmarket Mayfair district of the UK capital, will provide fractional owners with benefits similar to those available through the Flexjet Red Label program with the Flexjet-Exclusive Private Terminals at airports. The London office was opened by Marine Eugène, the former NetJets executive who became Flexjet’s European Managing Director in January. “In the coming year, we expect to make further announcements about our European expansion, including the acquisition of new aircraft and new programs to expand access for Europe-based customers who surely will gravitate to the Flexjet Red Label experience.” Read more.
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