The Alliance for Aviation Across America continues to expand its campaign to help raise awareness of the importance of general aviation around the nation, most recently working with the state of Indiana on a proclamation declaring December general aviation appreciation month. That declaration was among more than 80 proclamations issued and resolutions adopted at the state and local level around the nation over the past year to highlight the importance of the industry.

Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed the proclamation, stating general aviation and community airports “play a critical role in the lives of our citizens, as well as in the operation of our businesses and farms.” Noting the state is home to 117 public-use airports serving 10,396 pilots and 4,914 based aircraft, the proclamation states Indiana depends heavily on general aviation and community airports for the flow of commerce, tourists, and visitors. “General aviation is vital to many businesses in Indiana…to increase productivity, reach far-off markets, and move personnel, equipment, and products,” it added.

That proclamation followed a similar declaration naming November general aviation appreciation month in Maryland, as well as local proclamations in Idaho, North Carolina, and Indiana, the Alliance said.