Wed, May 09, 2007
Calls For Plan That Includes "Realistic" Timelines,
Development
While
the issue of how to fund the FAA's proposed Next Generation Air
Traffic System remains a contentious topic, there's little argument
from all sectors of aviation on the need for such a "NextGen"
system.
Testifying Wednesday before the House Aviation Subcommittee,
General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) President and CEO
Pete Bunce called on industry and government leaders to work
together toward creating a workable, equitable plan.
Bunce strongly encouraged Congress to work with industry and
push the Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO), the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Transportation and
other participating agencies to clearly define the system they
intend to build.
The hearing comes one week after the Senate released their version of the
FAA reauthorization bill. Bunce recognized critical
steps the Senate has taken towards the implementation of a
transformed air traffic control system, but also voiced a
concern.
"Although GAMA has significant concerns with the bill's
inclusion of a $25 fee, we applaud the Senate for their work in
strengthening the JPDO and addressing critical needs in the NextGen
process," said Bunce. "GAMA looks forward to working with Chairman
Costello and Congressman Petri on a FAA reauthorization bill that
ensures the plan for modernization incorporates realistic and
executable timelines for program development, policy
implementation, rule development, equipment certification and
aircraft equipage."
GAMA is an international trade association headquartered in
Washington, DC representing over 50 of the world's leading
manufacturers of general aviation aircraft, engines, avionics and
related equipment.
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