“TSA attempted to shut down this cost-effective and more efficient screening model for airports. The private sector almost always performs more effectively and efficiently than the federal government” Source: House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman John L. Mica (R-FL).
With respect to the operation of aircraft, means the operation of an aircraft over-the-top on an IFR flight plan when cleared by air traffic control to maintain VFR conditions or VFR conditions on top.
The GAAC claims to be the most representative UK body in General Aviation, and says it is recognized as such by Government, the CAA and others to be the organization that speaks for General Aviation on planning and environmental issues.