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April 17, 2017 — Volume 16, Issue 16 |
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NATA Holds Denver Fixed Base Operator Town Hall
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On April 12th, NATA held its first Fixed Base Operator Town Hall meeting with companies from the Denver area, gathering at XJet at Centennial Airport. The discussion was led by Robb Bergeson (Edwards Jet Center), Chairman of NATA’s Airport Business Committee, Megan Eisenstein, NATA’s Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs, and Jeff Kohlman (Aviation Management Consulting Group, Inc.), also a member of the NATA Airport Business Committee. Robert Olislagers, Executive Director of Centennial Airport, was a guest speaker and covered a range of issues impacting the Denver airport and FBO community. Town Hall attendees were also briefed and offered feedback on several issues confronting the aviation business community, including recent initiatives to economically regulate FBOs and the dangers posed to general aviation by the airline industry proposal to create a user-fee funded air traffic control corporation.
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2017 NATA Aviation Business Conference Agenda Now Available
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| NATA's Aviation Business Conference takes place June 6-8, 2017 at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. For 2017, NATA is providing conference participants an opportunity to meet with their elected representatives to discuss the issues impacting aviation businesses – particularly the airlines’ proposal to create a user-fee funded air traffic control corporation. Constituents are the industry’s best representatives and it has never been more important for the voice of aviation business to be heard in the corridors of power.
The 2017 Aviation Business Conference is once again located just steps away from Capitol Hill, making it easy for you to visit with your legislators. When you register for the conference, please indicate your interest in taking part in meetings on Capitol Hill. The earlier you register, the easier it is to arrange your participation at this important moment in the debate on the future of our nation’s air traffic control system. For questions regarding registration, please contact Karissa Uko at (202) 774-1513 or kuko@nata.aero.
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Increase Revenue with Popular Hangar Subleasing Seminar | May 16-17 in Chicago
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On May 16th and 17th, The Essentials of Hangar Subleasing: From Risk to Revenue will return for a second year to Chicago, IL. Facilitated by industry-experts FBO Partners on behalf of NATA, this one-and-a-half-day management development program covers the delicate balance between customer service, risk mitigation and revenue optimization in subleasing hangar space to aircraft operators. This course will teach best practices, strategies and negotiation skills essential in hangar subleasing, and provide an immediate and quantifiable return for attendees. View the program agenda here and register here.
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FAA Releases Notice on Inspection Programs
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| Last week, the FAA issued Notice N8900.410, on the differences between overhaul processes and the inspections that make up required inspection programs under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 91. The policy notice is in response to confusion among the FAA field offices as to what is required. It also serves as a good reference for understanding the interpretation of whether compliance with the manufacturer’s recommended time between overhaul (TBO) intervals are required under Part 91. This policy will be added to the FAA Safety Inspectors Order 8900.1. |
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NATA Social Media Channels | Follow Us to Get Real Time Industry News
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| NATA was built on a foundation of advocacy as the voice of aviation business. Follow aviation business issues and other important industry news in real time on NATA's Social Media channels. |
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Tell NATA How Your Business Supports the Pilot Community
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NATA is continuing its work in support of free enterprise, battling the charge that FBOs and airports are maximizing their respective revenue streams in a manner that is unfair to pilots and the suggestion that FBOs be economically regulated. We have heard from many FBOs regarding how they go out of their way to support the needs of general aviation pilots, even at the expense to their bottom-line. If you have such a story, please contact us today. Your examples assist NATA in its continuing advocacy in support of free markets.
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NATA Executive Team Offers Industry and Association Insight
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Read the latest Aviation Business Journal articles from NATA President Marty Hiller and Executive Vice Presidents Bill Deere and Tim Obitts. Hiller’s article, “In It Together,” details the work and relationships between NATA and leading airport associations.
Deere’s column, "Devil in the Details," looks at issues confronting the new Administration and Congress that pose potential risks and rewards for the aviation business community.
Tim Obitts’ perspective, “NATA’s Path Forward: Value, Unity and Growth,” provides a snapshot of the association’s membership and product offering growth.
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Events
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NATA and Safety 1st Training Events Taking Place This Week in Tampa and Phoenix
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On Tuesday and Wednesday, NATA and the Aviation Business Strategies Group will host the 2ndannual Certified CSR Program in Tampa, FL! The workshop will provide attendees with valuable knowledge and skills to create successful customer service experiences. Attendees will also learn how to deal with disgruntled customers and turn a marginal customer transaction into a fulfilled client transformation. New this year, attendees will spend an additional day and obtain an Aviation Food Safety Certification on April 20th. This course will cover FBO food handling best practices. NATA would like to thank our seminar sponsors for their support and we look forward to seeing our attendees in Tampa this week.
2017 NATA Certified CSR Program Sponsors:
AC-U-KWIK
Air Culinaire Worldwide
Aviation Business Strategies Group
Enterprise
World Fuel Services
NATA Safety 1st will also host its Advanced Line Service (ALS) Regional Workshop April 19th and 20th at the Gateway Aviation Services in Phoenix-Mesa, AZ. Thank you to our workshop sponsor: Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. View more upcoming ALS Workshops here.
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7 Seats Left for Upcoming Advanced Line Service Workshop | May 23-24 in Reno
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Register today for an upcoming Advanced Line Service Workshop. The next ALS workshop will be held on May 23-24 at NATA Compliance Services in Reno, NV. ALS workshops are designed for Line Service Professionals who are experienced or relatively new to the industry. This workshop also assists managers, owners and even customer service representatives with knowledge and skills that will help them excel in their respective areas.
The registration fee is only $225/person for this two-day event and space is limited. Register here, download the registration form or view more upcoming ALS Workshop dates.
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Member Spotlight
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Cutter Aviation Adds Kasey Dixon and Neil Simon to Team
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Last week, Cutter Aviation announced the appointment of Neil Simon as Avionics Manager to the Phoenix Sky Harbor facility and Kasey Dixon as HondaJet Southwest Customer Support to the San Antonio, Texas facility. Simon is an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in Avionics and Management, most recently holding the position of Avionics Technical Sales & Business Development Manager at Banyan Air Services. Among Dixon’s duties is providing personalized customer support for HondaJet customers throughout the ownership life-cycle. Kasey has experience ranging from aircraft maintenance to marketing, customer support, and product development for aviation software.
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Aeroplex/Aerolease CEO Curt Castagna Appointed to L.A. County Airport Commission
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NATA Board Member Curt Castagna, President and CEO of the Aeroplex/Aerolease Group, was recently appointed to the Los Angeles County Airport Commission. With more than 35 years of industry experience, Castagna was nominated by Supervisor Janice Hahn to represent the fourth district. The 10-member Commission advises the County Board of Supervisors on the operation and development of the following airports: Brackett Field Airport in La Verne, Compton/Woodley Airport in Compton, San Gabriel Valley Airport in El Monte, General William J. Fox Airfield in Lancaster and Whiteman Airport in Pacoima. “I would like to express my appreciation to Supervisor Hahn for allowing me the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the airports serving the diverse aviation needs of the County of Los Angeles,” Castagna said. “I look forward to collaborating with industry, business and community leaders to ensure the County airports operate safely, securely and efficiently.” Read more.
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Ross Aviation Long Beach Location Earns DCA Gateway Status
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Ross Aviation (LGB) in Long Beach, California, recently became a gateway FBO for flights directly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Washington, D.C. “The designation is a testament to our focus on exceptional safety standards,” said Greg McQueary, Ross Aviation LGB General Manager. “We are pleased that our customers to LGB will be further served by the ability to fly directly from our location to DCA — it’s certainly an added convenience for which our team has worked diligently.” Read more.
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Sporty's Enhances Takeoff App with New Features, More Content
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NATA member Sporty’s Pilot Shop continues to add new features and content to its Takeoff app, including a widget for quick access to the latest stories and 3D touch shortcuts. “The Takeoff app is the daily companion for pilots,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “We continue to improve the app with new features and have recently expanded our Takeoff team with a roster of interesting and accomplished pilots.” The Takeoff app is free, but a Takeoff Pro paid subscription provides ad-free viewing and premium content. Read more.
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