Companies Include SATSAir, DayJet, Eclipse Aviation
Several companies -- including a number of air taxi operators
and a manufacturer of the next generation of new aircraft --
announced at NBAA 2007 Monday they have come together to form the
Next Generation Air Mobility Coalition (NGAMC). Through NGAMC,
these companies aim to develop positions on public policies unique
to their emerging industry.
NGAMC's mission is to provide increased air mobility by spurring
the visibility, growth and acceptance of the next generation of air
transportation. Coalition members include manufacturers, suppliers
and operators, and the communities they serve. The coalition plans
to provide educational outreach to policy makers, work closely with
Executive Branch agencies to ensure the next generation air
transportation needs are addressed, and promote the identity of
this new and revolutionary industry.
First and foremost, NGAMC is committed to accelerated adoption
of Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) equipage and
operating capabilities in their products and services. These
operating capabilities are vital for the expansion of national
airspace capacity, while reducing the environmental footprint and
the cost for this expansion.
The NGAMC will be working with key players in developing the
future of NGATS, such as the Joint Planning and Development Office
(JDPO). Advising the group on technical issues will be Dr. Bruce J.
Holmes who recently retired from NASA after 33 years and was
instrumental in the strategic development of the JPDO.
In addition, NGAMC will
be managed by Wexler & Walker Public Policy Associates and the
firm's Chairman, former Congressman Bob Walker, will be a key
advisor.
"Aviation and aerospace are a dynamic and critical part of the
world economy," said Walker. "The US has always been the leader not
only technically but in innovation. I am pleased to be
helping lead a coalition that will promote understanding and
acceptance of new aircraft, new services and what will eventually
emerge as a new industry."
Walker is the former Chairman of the US House Science Committee
and recently served President Bush as Chairman of the Commission on
the Future of the Aerospace Industry.
NGAMC companies include DayJet Corporation, Eclipse Aviation,
Jet-Alliance, Inc., Linear Air, and SATSAir. The NGAMC continues to
seek supporters from among the community of aircraft manufacturers,
suppliers and service providers.