Sat, Nov 12, 2005
Commends Other Local Figures for Support of 2005
Convention
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has honored
Rep. John Mica (R-7-FL) with the American Spirit Award for his
support of business aviation and his work to help the Association
move its Annual Meeting & Convention from hurricane-stricken
New Orleans, LA, to Orlando.
“Perhaps no one more clearly exemplified Orlando’s
commitment to supporting our Convention than Congressman John
Mica,” NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen said. “He has
built a record of proven leadership on aviation policy, including a
record of effectiveness for the business aviation community, and
that continued with his support for our Convention.
“When NBAA needed
assistance in moving this year’s Convention from New Orleans
to Orlando, Congressman Mica and his staff went beyond all
expectations to help us with the relocation,” Bolen
continued.
“He proved an invaluable advocate and resource. NBAA is
pleased to present Chairman Mica with the American Spirit
Award.”
In its 10-year history, the American Spirit Award has recognized
individuals who exemplify excellence in service to others. As
chairman of the House Aviation Subcommittee for the Transportation
and Infrastructure Committee, Mica has championed many aviation
policy initiatives. His successful effort to secure federal funding
for airport maintenance and improvement projects has provided
assistance for airports across the country, including those
utilized by the business aviation community.
Also recognized for their support of the Convention were:
- Jeffrey Fuqua, Chairman, Greater Orlando Aviation
Authority;
- Bill Peeper, President, Orlando/Orange County Convention &
Visitors Bureau;
- Tom Ackert, Executive Director, Orange County Convention
Center;
- Jim Atchison, General Manager of Sea World Orlando, and;
- Bob Showalter of Showalter Flying Services, Orlando Executive
Airport.
“NBAA thanks Chairman Mica and these other community
leaders for their outstanding work to make this year’s
Convention a success,” Bolen concluded. “We applaud
their efforts, and we look forward to working with them when the
Convention returns to Orlando next year.”
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