Seven Awards Bestowed Annually By The Industry
Organization
NATA has put out a call for nominations to
acknowledge the individuals, offices, and organizations
demonstrating excellence in their field and the highest level of
customer service to the general aviation community. Each year, NATA
presents seven awards to the exceptional individuals and companies
that have helped to improve the general aviation community. The
recipients of five of these awards are chosen based upon NATA
member-submitted nominations.
These awards cover five categories:
The Airport Executive Partnership Award recognizes an airport
manager for outstanding efforts to nurture the relationships
between aviation businesses and airport operators.
The Aviation Journalism Award identifies a journalist, writer,
or publication that excels in consumer education or editorial
support that is beneficial to the general aviation industry.
The Excellence In Pilot Training Award recognizes an individual
or organization that has made outstanding contributions in safety,
professionalism, leadership, and excellence in the field of pilot
training.
The FAA Customer Service Excellence Award recognizes a Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) facility or facility staff member who
represents the highest degree of customer service and elevates the
quality of interaction between the FAA and aircraft maintenance and
repair facilities, Part 135 certificate holders, airport service
organizations, and flight schools.
The ATP/NATA General Aviation Service Technician Award
acknowledges the exceptional performance of a licensed airframe and
power plant mechanic or radio repairman who has practiced his or
her craft for a period of 20 or more years.
Last year's winners were:
Airport Executive Partnership Award - John Bales, director of
Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield, Missouri
Aviation Journalism Award - Jeff Burger, Convention News
Co.
Excellence In Pilot Training Award - William M. Hays, president
and CEO, ATD Flight Systems LLC
FAA Customer Service Excellence Award - Columbus Flight
Standards District Office
ATP/NATA General Aviation Service Technician Award - Eddie
Stephen Taylor, Epps Aviation
All nominations for these five awards must be received by NATA
no later than January 31, 2012.
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