Proclamation From Governor John Lynch Praised By Letter
Groups
National aviation organizations applauded New Hampshire Governor
John Lynch on Wednesday for declaring March "General Aviation
Appreciation Month." General aviation alone drives over $639
million in economic activity and supports over 8,000 jobs across
the state. In response to the proclamation, the following groups
stated:
"We commend Governor Lynch for his proclamation highlighting the
importance of general aviation to New Hampshire," said Selena
Shilad, Executive Director of the Alliance for Aviation Across
America. "General aviation is a critical lifeline for businesses,
law enforcement, charities, medical organizations, and farmers
across Hew Hampshire and the entire United States."
"New Hampshire has a strong general
aviation industry," added Craig L. Fuller, president and CEO of the
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. "More than 5,900 pilots
utilize the 24 airports across the state to serve their customers,
reach patients, deliver goods, and assist communities in times of
natural disaster. We look forward to working with Governor Lynch on
continuing to support this valuable industry."
"In New Hampshire and throughout the
nation, business aviation is crucial to supporting strong economies
and jobs, helping businesses to reach their customer base, and
bringing essential services to communities in need. All told,
general aviation provides 1.2 million jobs and $150 billion in
economic impact. We look forward to working with him to raise
awareness about this and other issues that are crucial to business
aviation," said Ed Bolen, President and CEO of the National
Business Aviation Association (NBAA).
Governor Lynch
Henry Ogrodzinski, President of the
National Association of State Aviation Officials said, "Across the
United States, our network of airports is critical to sustaining
millions of jobs, and providing access to a host of important
services and resources. We commend Governor Lynch as well as New
Hampshire Department of Aeronautics Director Jack Ferns for their
hard work in recognizing the importance of aviation industry in New
Hampshire. We appreciate the governor's recognition of these
airports and aircraft, and look forward to continuing to work with
him to promote this valuable industry."
James K. Coyne, President and CEO of
the National Air Transport Association (NATA) stated, "NATA fully
supports the proclamation signed by New Hampshire Governor John
Lynch that names March 2011 as "General Aviation Appreciation
Month." It is support like this that lets general aviation's voice
be heard.
"The helicopter's unique capabilities
provide lifesaving services to the citizens of New Hampshire, along
with many other missions conducted on behalf of the greater good,"
said Helicopter Association International (HAI) President Matt
Zuccaro. "We thank Governor Lynch for his leadership and this
opportunity to spotlight the economic and operational benefits that
the helicopter and general aviation provide to the people of this
great state."