"We believe that the US Congress is in the best
position to balance the competing interests and ensure that we
continue to have the best system in the world. And thanks to
congressional support, FAA funding has increased despite the
challenges faced by the industry and the economy."
Source: Lisa Piccione, senior vice president,
government affairs for the National Business Aviation Association
(NBAA), in a conference held at last week's Women in Aviation,
International conference in Orlando, FL.