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

Staunch general aviation advocate and House GA Caucus co-chair Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.) will be a keynote speaker at the October 22 opening general session of the 2013 NBAA Convention in Las Vegas. The House GA Caucus surpassed 200 members earlier this year, demonstrating the breadth of industry support among lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Other leaders from government and the private sector will join Graves at the opening session, including FAA Administrator Michael Huerta and former U.S. Treasury Secretary John Snow.

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

House Genav Caucus Co-chair Sam Graves To Keynote at NBAA Convention Opener

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

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News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

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News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

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Revamped U.S. Notam Format Delayed At Least One Year

Agency gave no reason for the delay in aligning format with ICAO standards

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