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'We are living and participating in a global marketplace,' said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen at the FAA's 37th Forecast Conference on March 8.

Massachusetts’ 30 general aviation (GA) airports accounted for 4,307 jobs, nearly $138 million in salaries and had a total economic impact on the state of more than $443 million in 2010, according to the Massachusetts Statewide Airport Economic Impact Study published recently by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MADOT) Aeronautics Division.

Rick Ochs, a member of NBAA's Maintenance Committee since 2006, is named the National Avionics Technician of the Year.

Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin gave a rousing endorsement of business aviation on February 28 to assembled local, state and federal officials in Tulsa, and backed up her endorsement with multiple practical examples in the state.

Business aviation hiring is expected to increase substantially in 2012, according to several firms specializing in aviation jobs placement. The job gains may be greatest for those in aircraft avionics and maintenance, although the number of pilot jobs also is expected to be higher.

The theme of a gradual, continuing rebound for general aviation was highlighted during the February 22 release of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association's (GAMA's) 2011 delivery numbers.

On the west bank of the Kennebec River in Maine, the Waterville Municipal Airport is slated for improvements city officials hope will attract more business aircraft.

At the 2012 Heli Expo hosted by Helicopter Association International, Honeywell forecast increased helicopter deliveries in 2012.

The city of Burley, ID has been trying for decades to replace its airport, which is unable to accommodate operations from some types of business airplanes.

Experts on business aviation in the Asian region predicted near-term growth in pre-owned aircraft sales in the market.

Even as protests continue against the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS), implemented January 1, 2012, aviation operators outside the EU are starting to come to grips with the mechanics of compliance.

Both NBAA Business Aviation Fact Book and the brochure are among the 20+ publications, videos and reference materials available free under the 'Resources' tab on the home page for the No Plane No Gain website, or in the NBAA Publications Store.

A five-year battle to provide long-term direction and funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) came to an end February 14, as President Barack Obama signed H.R. 658, the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 into law.

On January 11, 2012, the FAA issued a direct final rule modifying 14 CFR 135.225(f) to permit part 135 operations at foreign and military airports with lower than standard IFR minimums.

In January 2011, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) conditionally allowed a company called LightSquared to offer wireless broadband services in radio frequency bands adjacent to those used by GPS receivers. NBAA is asking Members to voice their concerns directly to the FCC about potential GPS interference that may be caused by the LightSquared proposal.

Part 135 operators are required by Federal Aviation Administration regulations to train and check crewmembers in accordance with the operator's approved training program. The operator has the responsibility to ensure that each individual is proficient and fully qualified in the certificate holder's operations and procedures prior to authorizing the individual to operate as a required crewmember.

Delegates from 26 nations will meet in Moscow later this month to discuss ways they will combat the European Union's recently implemented Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).

The largest U.S. airline trade association joined forces with the GA community on February 8, 2012, to send a strong, unified message to congressional lawmakers: GPS technology is too important to aviation safety to risk interference.

Sen. Pat Roberts (R-KS), a long-time champion for business aviation, re-affirmed that support this week in floor remarks he made during the debate over a bill FAA reauthorization.