The board of directors of the General Aviation Manufacturers
Association (GAMA) has recognized two members of congress who have
been unwavering general aviation (GA) advocates. Senator Byron
Dorgan (D-ND) and Representative Vernon Ehlers (R-MI) were
recognized for political careers marked by constant support for GA
at a reception on Capitol Hill. Both Dorgan and Ehlers have
announced that they will retire at the conclusion of their current
terms.
Senator Byron Dorgan
"We owe both of these longtime supporters of general aviation a
debt of gratitude," said GAMA President and CEO Pete Bunce. "We are
losing two very strong and enthusiastic advocates whose support has
brought about real progress on critical issues for our industry. We
are thankful that both will continue to enjoy the benefits and
excitement of general aviation as they retire from public
service."
As a pilot from a rural state that relies on GA, Dorgan has
championed many general aviation issues as chairman of the Senate
Aviation Subcommittee including small community airport funding and
air traffic control modernization and has defended the industry
against user fees. He will retire after six terms in the House of
Representatives followed by three terms as a United States
Senator.
Congressman Ehlers has served nine terms as the representative
from Michigan's third congressional district. In 2009, Ehlers
founded and currently co-chairs the General Aviation Caucus - one
of the largest in the House of Representatives. The caucus has
provided an invaluable forum for educating members and their staffs
about the impact GA has on the U.S. economy and the many critical
issues that affect our industry. Congressman Ehlers also serves on
the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
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