Addressing that risk early is the National Air Transportation Association (NATA), which has updated its Safety 1st General Aviation Misfueling Prevention Program, a free, online training resource for pilots, line service professionals, and others involved in aircraft refueling.
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Unleaded avgas best practices released
FBOs need to be ready once unleaded avgas makes it to their airport.
GA advocates fight proposed legislation that would hobble NYC’s helicopter industry
The GA advocates emphasized that New York City does not have jurisdiction to impose the restrictions set forth in the two bills. The proposals are preempted by federal law, with only the FAA having the ability to regulate aviation over the city and the terms of access to public heliports, the GA advocates advise city officials.
General aviation groups join forces to fight coronavirus
“We stand ready to work with the administration so that the important role our industry can play in responding and mitigating the many challenges of this health issue is fully realized.”
New president for NATA
The new president was formerly chief operating officer.
Does your FBO go above and beyond?
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has launched a new initiative, “FBOs: Above and Beyond,” to highlight the extraordinary services provided by FBO. NATA’s goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on the FBO industry, directly from those with first-hand experience, officials explained. “NATA’s Fixed Base Operators are the gateway to communities nationwide and enter […]
NATA launches LifeLine Response
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has added LifeLine Response to its array of products and services. LifeLine Response provides situational awareness and on-demand protection for passengers and pilots in dangerous or vulnerable situations worldwide, NATA officials explained. LifeLine Response utilizes global imagery, communication tools and proprietary Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms to provide […]
Emergency Inflight Support Program launches
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has launched NATA-Med powered by AirDocs, a program that offers inflight assistance 24/7. The program — resourced by actual flight surgeons — was created by Harvey Watt & Company (HWC), in conjunction with former NASA/Space Shuttle Recovery Team Senior and Chief Flight Surgeons, and US Space Command/USAFR Senior Flight […]
NATA donates $18,000 to vets
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has donated nearly $18,000 to veterans organizations raised through the 2016 NATA Flag Pins for Veterans Project. NATA and its members began the project in 2014 to support veterans. To date, the association has raised more than $75,000 in three years. Funds from this year’s project will once again go to […]