2006 GBAA NEWS

11/20/06 - GBAA to Host FAA Luncheon in February
Mark your calendars and be prepared to join GBAA, NBAA and the FAA for an information-filled day on February 13. Members from NBAA's GA Desk and FAA Operations will discuss many topics about the regional airspace and more. Check back soon for more details!

8/24/06 - Safety Day Wrap-Up
Over 100 attended GBAA's inaugural Safety Day and heard nine great speakers spread the word on numerous safety topics. It was a great day for learning and networking.

8/1/06 - Safety Day Receives CAM Approval!
Great news for NBAA Certified Aviation Managers (CAMs): attendance to GBAA Safety Day will count 1-point toward recertification. The first regional event to receive this acknowledgement, GBAA is proud to offer continuing education opportunities. To learn more about the CAM program, contact NBAA or visit www.nbaa.org.

5/30/06 - Safety Day Registration Now Open!
GBAA's inaugural Safety Day is now open for registration. This event promises to be informative and interactive. Join us on August 23 and learn more about numerous important safety topics for you and your department. More info>>

5/15/06 - GBAA Welcomes New Board Members
Congratulations to Frank Bell of FlightWorks, John Skelton of Southern Company and Greg Woods of Georgia Pacific. They have been elected by the membership to the GBAA Board of Directors. These gentlemen replace outgoing Board Members Scott Beale, Don Clevenger and David Davidson. The GBAA and its members extend deep gratitude for your time, advice and efforts. Thank you!

5/15/06 - 7th Member Meeting & Golf Tournament a Success!
Over 150 friends and colleagues joined the GBAA in celebrating Cinco de Mayo at Flat Creek Golf Club in Peachtree City. Starting with a fun afternoon of golf and leading into Captain Al Haynes sharing his unbelievable story and proudly ending with $15,000 in scholarships, the annual meeting was festive, informative and inspirational.

3/30/06 - FAA and NBAA Speak to GBAA Members
Last week, representatives from regional FAA offices presented and informative session on many topics including the pending Airspace Flow Program. Nearly 50 GBAA members learned important details about the program set to launch on May 1. To learn more about AFP, please visit the NBAA website.

3/7/06 - Registration Now Open for GBAA's 7th Annual Member Meeting and Golf Tournament!!

3/3/06 - Captain Al Haynes to Address GBAA Golfers

Aviation icon Captain Al Hanyes will discuss how factors such as Luck, Communications, Preparation, Execution, and Cooperation enabled 184 people to survive the crash landing of United 232. Hear his gripping tale and important lessons at this year's GBAA Member Meeting and Golf Tournament on May 5, 2006.

2/20/06 - Registration Open for ATC Luncheon!
Register now for an event which promises to be informative and entertaining. Meet local and national representatives from the FAA. Learn more about your airspace and the procedures involved. Space is limited!

2/10/06 - Over 50 Attend Informative Tax Session
Many aviation and tax professionals took advantage of hearing GBAA's guest speakers to get better acquainted with sales and use taxes. Check back soon to find out more about what they learned.

1/11/06 - GBAA Announced $15,000 in Scholarships for 2006!
GBAA's growing scholarship program takes another quantum leap forward by announcing this year it will award 9 scholarships totaling $15,000. Application deadline is March 20.

1/5/06 - Need Help With Your Taxes?
At least with your aviation taxes. The GBAA has announced an important learning session will be held on February 9. Let industry tax experts from NBAA and private practice help you navigate all your questions and concerns. Learn more about this event!

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