Chad is the editor of AINalerts, AIN's daily business aviation newsletter, and is also the news editor at AIN Media Group.&nbsp;He has been writing about aviation, with an emphasis on business aviation, since 1994. Chad started his writing career at The Avion,&nbsp;the&nbsp;student newspaper at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, serving as editor-in-chief before graduating with a bachelor's in aeronautical science. After a stint as managing editor at Professional Pilot&nbsp;magazine, he joined&nbsp;AIN in late 1998. Chad holds a commercial pilot certificated with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and he also is a CFI/CFII. He lives and works from his home in Venice, Florida.

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Chad Trautvetter

The board of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) recognized Sen. Byron Dorgan (D-N.D.) and Rep. Vernon Ehlers (R-Mich.) for their “unwavering” support for general aviation. Both legislators will retire at the conclusion of their current terms.
“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 and chairman of the Senate aviation subcommittee, Sen. Dorgan has championed many general aviation issues, including small community airport funding and air traffic control modernization. He has also defended the industry against user fees. He is retiring after six terms in the House, followed by three terms in the Senate.
Rep. Ehlers, who has served nine terms, founded and currently co-chairs the <a href="?q=node/22274"></a><a>General Aviation Caucus</a>–one of the largest caucuses in the House. According to GAMA, “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.” Ehlers also serves on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

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