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Smiling faces, full rooms, meaningful conversations, and shared expertise — that’s what last week at NATA was all about....
06/12/2026

Smiling faces, full rooms, meaningful conversations, and shared expertise — that’s what last week at NATA was all about.

From our Association meetings and Annual Meeting to Day on the Hill and the Air Charter Forum, our members’ participation brought tremendous value and relevance to NATA’s work. Every discussion, question, and expert perspective helps shape our priorities, strengthen our advocacy, and ensure we continue advancing the issues that matter most to aviation businesses.

These gatherings are also a reminder of the power of NATA’s community — connecting expertise across the industry, linking members with one another, with policymakers, and with agency leadership to inform real-world solutions and move our industry forward.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared your knowledge, engaged in the conversations, and helped make last week such a success. Your involvement keeps our efforts focused and impactful.

NATA's Air Charter Forum was a tremendous success, bringing together operators, agency leaders, legal experts, and aviat...
06/11/2026

NATA's Air Charter Forum was a tremendous success, bringing together operators, agency leaders, legal experts, and aviation business professionals for excellent conversations on the issues shaping the air charter community.

We are especially grateful to Federal Aviation Administration Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau for joining us and sharing his perspective with attendees, as well as to the FAA Safe Air Charter Team, TSA leadership, and all of the speakers and participants who lent their expertise throughout the day.

Thank you to everyone who helped make last week's Forum such a meaningful opportunity for dialogue, collaboration, and continued progress on behalf of aviation businesses.

NATA’s Day on the Hill brought the value, expertise, and commitment of our membership directly to Capitol Hill.Thank you...
06/08/2026

NATA’s Day on the Hill brought the value, expertise, and commitment of our membership directly to Capitol Hill.

Thank you to our members, Board of Directors, and staff for lifting the voice of aviation businesses directly to lawmakers. Together, NATA advocates met with more than 60 congressional offices across 20 states, sharing real-world perspectives on the issues affecting general aviation, air charter, FBOs, maintenance, airports, workforce, safety, security, and the communities we serve.

We are grateful to the Members of Congress and their staff who took time to meet with us and hear directly from the businesses that keep their communities moving every day.

Together, we demonstrated the power of advocacy—showing up with purpose, strengthening relationships, and ensuring aviation businesses have a meaningful voice in the conversations shaping our industry’s future.

🔸 Now Live: This Week’s NATA News 🔸 NATA’s Air Charter Tax Essentials webinar series launched this week with a practica...
05/08/2026

🔸 Now Live: This Week’s NATA News 🔸

NATA’s Air Charter Tax Essentials webinar series launched this week with a practical Federal Excise Tax session led by Senior Advisor Jacqueline Rosser

The FAA-certificated Aircraft Operators list is now live on the FAA Safe Air Charter website, and NATA encourages operators to review their information and share feedback

NATA members are invited to join aviation business advocates in Washington, DC, on June 3 for Day on the Hill

NATA’s Girls in Aviation Day in Asheville connected students with hands-on activities, aviation professionals, and real-world career pathways

NATA’s June 4 Air Charter Forum will feature the FAA Safe Air Charter Team, operator discussions, agency updates, and direct engagement on key compliance issues

NATA is seeking presenter recommendations and session proposals for the 10th annual Ground Handling Safety Symposium in Dallas

NATA’s Shannon Chambers and Brandon Popovich highlight mindful ramp vehicle movement and practical safety steps in the May issue of AvBuyer

The Federal Aviation Administration’s annual GA and Part 135 Activity Survey is underway, helping measure safety, determine funding needs, and document aviation’s economic impact

NATA, Tuvoli, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University are bringing the inaugural AI Symposium for Business Aviation to Daytona Beach this September

Read the full issue here: https://nata.aero/aviation-news/nata-newsletter/.

05/08/2026

NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna, C.M. shares the latest on NATA’s work to support aviation businesses through advocacy, education, industry engagement, and practical member resources.

In this Catch Up With Curt, Castagna highlights NATA’s continued collaboration with the FAA Safe Air Charter Team, the importance of strengthening awareness around illegal charter activity, and upcoming opportunities for members to engage directly with regulators, policymakers, and peers.

Curt also previews key NATA events, including Day on the Hill, the June Air Charter Forum, GHSS, and the AI Symposium for Business Aviation organized by NATA, Tuvoli, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

Watch the latest update to learn how NATA is helping connect members, advance safety, and ensure aviation businesses have a strong voice in Washington and across the industry.

The AAM Committee met at Wisk headquarters in Mountain View, CA, to discuss federal and legislative policies and other i...
05/08/2026

The AAM Committee met at Wisk headquarters in Mountain View, CA, to discuss federal and legislative policies and other issues and opportunities impacting their businesses and the broader advanced air mobility ecosystem. A key theme throughout the meeting was the need for strategic, clear, and consistent communication around the continued development and integration of .

The meeting concluded with a tour of Wisk’s facility, where committee members saw firsthand the testing, rigor, and innovation behind the development of autonomous aircraft.

Thank you to the Wisk team for hosting the meeting, to the committee chairs Toni Drummond and Allie Cloyes for their leadership, and to the entire committee for supporting this important industry dialogue.

Vehicle movement on the ramp may seem routine, but every movement is consequential when aircraft, equipment, people, wea...
05/05/2026

Vehicle movement on the ramp may seem routine, but every movement is consequential when aircraft, equipment, people, weather, and operational pressure intersect.

In the May issue of AvBuyer, NATA’s Shannon Chambers and Brandon Popovich coauthor “Mindful Vehicle Movement on the Ramp Is Essential to Safe Operations,” highlighting why ramp driving must be treated as a core part of operational safety.

The article reinforces practical steps every FBO and airport service provider can strengthen: trained and authorized drivers, vehicle-specific instruction, pre-use inspections, predictable movement patterns, right-of-way discipline, speed control, and reduced distractions.

Thank you to Firecrown and AvBuyer for featuring this important Safety 1st perspective and helping keep ramp safety front and center for the aviation business community.

Read the article on pages 106–107: https://online.fliphtml5.com/zhjzo/Avbuyer-May/ =1

NATA proudly announces the 50th anniversary of its Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program. For half a century, the prog...
04/28/2026

NATA proudly announces the 50th anniversary of its Workers’ Compensation Insurance Program. For half a century, the program has supported aviation businesses with specialized coverage, a strong focus on workplace safety, and meaningful financial returns for participants.

“NATA’s workers’ compensation program is designed to reward a safety-first culture with tangible financial results,” said NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna. “Reaching this 50-year milestone reflects the value of long-term industry partnership and a shared commitment to safer workplaces. When aviation businesses invest in safety, they strengthen their operations, support their employees, and contribute to the ongoing success of the industry.”

Beginning July 1, 2026, NATA is proud to pilot on with continued excellence and innovation through the broker-driven NATA Workers' Compensation Insurance Program underwritten by Global Aerospace, Inc.

Interested parties can learn more about the workers’ compensation insurance program and see NATA's full suite of insurance program offerings at fly.nata.aero/Insurance.

NATA welcomed members of its Air Charter Committee to Chicago yesterday for a productive meeting and thoughtful conversa...
04/16/2026

NATA welcomed members of its Air Charter Committee to Chicago yesterday for a productive meeting and thoughtful conversations ahead of today’s Air Charter Forum, hosted and supported by Priester Aviation and sponsored by AirTera, a service mark of NATA Compliance Services.

The evening provided a great opportunity for meaningful discussion, strong camaraderie, and connection among committee members, partners, and the NATA team as we prepare for a day focused on the issues shaping the air charter community.

Hector Huezo,Shannon Chambers, and Juliet Jordan also appreciated the opportunity to meet with Jeffrey Miller and the team at Chicago Executive Airport to learn more about the airport’s initiatives and community engagement as it celebrates its 100 anniversary milestone this year.

Looking ahead to an impactful forum that will help inform NATA’s advocacy, provide valuable education to the member community, and highlight the ongoing leadership and engagement of both our team and committee members.

A fantastic finish last week to and a valuable week for the NATA team. Conversations with members and industry partner...
03/30/2026

A fantastic finish last week to and a valuable week for the NATA team. Conversations with members and industry partners underscored the importance of advocacy, safety leadership, and staying connected as the business aviation community adapts to a dynamic environment. Congratulations to Jacob Sahl and Ana Téllez on winning NATA’s Apple AirPods giveaway. Always great to catch up with our partners and friends at AirTera, a service mark of NATA Compliance Services and National Business Aviation Association.

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