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| February 17, 2020 — Volume 19, Issue 7 |
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| This Week's Top Stories |
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NATA's Popular FBO Success Seminar Takes Place
April 15-16 in New Orleans
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NATA's FBO Success Seminar returns by
popular demand! Join your colleagues April 15-16, 2020 at the Chateau LeMoyne-
French Quarter in New Orleans to learn new FBO management techniques, gain
essential operational and service knowledge, and connect with fellow attendees
at a networking forum. This seminar is designed for FBO owners, operators,
general managers, new managers, finance personnel, and other key FBO employees
who are interested in building a more successful and profitable FBO. Attendees
will hear from Aviation Business Strategies Group's industry experts John
Enticknap and Ron Jackson, who have decades of experience in FBO facility and
ramp operations, building a strong safety culture, marketing and delivering a
superior customer experience. Email events@nata.aero for more information and to
register.
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NASAO
Announces Greg Pecoraro As New CEO
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The National
Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has selected Greg Pecoraro
as its new President and CEO. In this role, Pecoraro will work closely with
the NASAO Board of Directors and other state aviation leaders to
fulfill the organization’s mission to represent the interests of the states and
the public before Federal policymakers. Pecoraro has had more than 25 years of government
relations and management experience in the aviation and transportation sectors,
both in government and associations.
“On
behalf of the National Air Transportation Association, I congratulate Greg
Pecoraro on being named NASAO’s President and CEO,” stated NATA President and
CEO Timothy Obitts. “We look forward to continuing to work with Greg in his new
role to support initiatives that promote safety and the immense value of the
industry.” Read more
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New Resources Available for Operations During the Coronavirus
Outbreak
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NATA representatives have been
monitoring the ongoing government provisions for aircraft operations affected
by the Coronavirus outbreak, specifically those operations involving carrying
passengers who have been in China. The situation is extremely dynamic, and
operators are urged to review information from all sources to ensure awareness
of the latest restrictions and provisions. Guidance that is available to date
includes a bulletin published by the Carrier Liaison Program of US Customs and
Border Protection (available here), a DHS document
(available here), and a Presidential
Proclamation (available here). The FAA also has
a website that includes resources for carriers (available here). Resources in multiple languages can be
found at ICAO/WHO website (CAPSCA). Additional resources can be found on our website: What the Public Should Do Stop the Spread of Germs
*Best Practices for Business Aviation Operators via MedAire *The Novel Coronavirus: Implications & Impact on Aviation Webinar via MedAire *Contact form is required to access resource
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NATA
Product Demonstrations at S&D
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Representatives from NATA will be at NBAA’s SDC in
Charlotte, NC from March 10-12. Stop by our booth (#1805) to see the following
free product demonstrations:
- The Safety 1st Training Center: A New
Approach to Training! – March 11, 10:30AM EST: The NATA Safety 1st
Training Center introduces exciting new features, content, and flexibility to
your training program. Designed with NATA member input in mind, this
redeveloped system seeks to fundamentally change the way we think about
training, The NATA Safety 1st Training Center places the focus
squarely on employee development – instead of solely on compliance – helping
you build and maintain a talented, knowledgeable, and experienced workforce.
- Aviation Fuel Quality Control for the Modern Era! –
March 12 – 10:30AM EST: The NATA Safety 1st Fuel Quality Control
Management System brings QC into the 21st century! The FQMS is a
cloud-based, digital fuel quality control management suite that replaces
paper-based systems and is revolutionizing aviation fuel QC management. Stop by
to see how this powerful tool allows you to leverage technology to
significantly improve your QC management process!
For more information about NATA at SDC or to
schedule an in-person meeting during the conference, please click here.
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| Member Monday: |
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NATA Member Monday!
| Glacier Jet Center
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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.
Glacier Jet Center is the gateway to
northwest Montana, located at Glacier Park International Airport (KGPI). They
are a full service FBO, providing fuel, aircraft parking, hangar, deicing,
maintenance, and charter. Their Line Service agents are experienced and
professional. Training is very important at Glacier Jet Center and all of their
line service agents have been NATA PLST certified and maintain currency as
prescribed by the program. Customer Service is their game and they know
everyone by name. Visit Glacier Jet Center’s world class facility and
experience the incomparable service found only in the heart of Montana. Read
more here, and search #NATAMemberMonday on our social media for more stories like this.
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| From the FAA: |
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FAA Aviation Safety: Managing Distractions
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Distractions and interruptions can severely
compromise flight safety if they occur during critical phases of flight. To
help prevent this, the General Aviation Joint Steering Committee (GAJSC)
recommends awareness training on how to properly cope with interruptions and
distractions while flying. General aviation pilots are particularly at risk
because they usually do not have additional flight crew members to assist them.
Please visit click the link for details on reducing the risks. |
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| Association Highlights: |
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NATA Safety 1st NATA Insurance Programs Representatives will be at NBAA S&D Next
Month in Charlotte
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The NBAA’s Schedulers
& Dispatchers Conference is a few weeks away and NATA staff and representatives
will be onsite to meet with you.
This is
your opportunity to learn more about our top-performing Insurance Programs and the savings and
protection they provide:
- Workers Compensation Insurance Program - Over $6.1 million was just returned to Program participants - P&C Plus Insurance Program - Loss of License Insurance Program - Over 1,000 pilots now enrolled!
If you
would like to schedule a meeting with us, please click here or contact Jake Legere
at jlegere@nata.aero.
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| Events: |
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NATA's Acclaimed Ground Handling
Safety Symposium (GHSS) Returns this August
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NATA's Ground Handling Safety Symposium
(GHSS) heads to the NTSB Training Center
in Ashburn, VA on August 18-19, 2020.
Join your colleagues and participate in knowledge-sharing, open format discussions focused on understanding and providing solutions for the operational safety needs of FBOs and other GA ground handlers. The Symposium is intended for safety professionals, directors, line service managers, operations managers, flight departments, and more. Attendees will also have multiple opportunities to network with colleagues and industry experts.
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Nominations
Open for NATA Awards Programs
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Nomination forms are available for
the 2019 Industry Excellence Awards and the 2020 AMT Employer Award Program.
Each year, NATA presents awards to the exceptional individuals and companies
that have helped to improve the general aviation community. The Industry Excellence Awards, along with the AMT Employer Awards, will be presented at a luncheon held during NATA’s Air Charter Summit and Aviation Business Conference on June 16-18. The nomination deadline is March 25, 2020. For more information, please click here. To submit an online nomination form, click here.
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| Membership Spotlight: |
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Clay Lacy Taps World
Kinect for Sustainability Program
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Van Nuys, California-based Clay Lacy Aviation
has tapped World Kinect Energy Services, a subsidiary of World Fuel Services,
to help develop a sustainability program that would significantly reduce the
FBO, MRO, and air charter/management firm’s carbon footprint. The multifaceted
program will aim to reduce the carbon footprint of Clay Lacy facilities, as
well as offering the company’s clients an easier way to purchase carbon credits
to offset flying activity. “Operating safely and responsibly, while continually
adding value for our clients, is at the core of our business philosophy,” said
Clay Lacy Aviation president and CEO Brian Kirkdoffer. “Reducing our carbon
footprint and offering clients an easy, verifiable way to operate their
airplanes sustainably is simply the right thing to do. We see this program as
an important step toward making business aviation sustainable and helping our
industry achieve its climate objectives.” Read more.
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West Star Expands
Mobile AOG Support
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West Star Aviation has nearly doubled its
mobile repair team (MRT) for AOG in the past year, the business aircraft MRO
provider and FBO operator said this week. It now has AOG/MRT services available
from its four full-service, six satellite, and four non-fixed base locations
including at Atlanta DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK) and Florida's Tampa
International Airport (TPA). It’s part of a continuing effort by West Star to
increase its AOG coverage across the U.S. and reduce response times, according
to the company. “We can provide services such as maintenance, inspections,
evaluations, and repairs at our facilities, or bring the necessary services
directly to [the customer],” said West Star satellite operations and MRT
manager John Mansfield. The MRT expansion also allows West Star to provide
on-site support at major sporting events. Read more.
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| Air Charter Safety Foundation: |
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The 2020 ACSF Safety
Symposium Is Only A Few Weeks Away
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The 2020 Air Charter Safety Foundation
Safety Symposium will explore trending and emerging safety
challenges facing aviation businesses and consumers today. Join your colleagues
March 2-4, 2020 to stay informed and learn from industry leaders.
In addition, there will also be a TWA
800 Briefing Tour, networking reception, and dinner all included with your
registration.
Register
at www.acsf.aero/symposium
or call Bryan Burns at (202) 774-1515 to learn more.
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