Assembly Passes Elimination of Sunset on GA Maintenance
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 3:42 pm
The Assembly has passed a bill (A8891/Schimminger) to repeal the December 1, 2009 sunset of the tax exemption on maintenance and repair of GA aircraft. The bill quickly moved through the committees to the floor where it was brought to a vote. This is a tremendous victory considering the economic and political climate in New York. Please follow up with your representatives in the Assembly and thank them for their support.
This bill has now been delivered to the Senate which remains deadlocked in a struggle for control of the leadership. The bill's future in that house is unknown at this time even though past versions of this bill have enjoyed support from the Senate. We will continue to update you as we address the remaining hurdles before this bill finally becomes law.
The Assembly also passed a bill (A4552-A/Aubry) to increase the penalty for unlawful solicitation of ground transportation at airports.
2009 Fall Conference and Exhibit Show
Friday, June 5, 2009 2:52 pm
Join the New York Aviation Management Association September 30-October 2, 2009 at The Genesee Grande Hotel in Syracuse, NY for the Association's annual fall conference hosted by Syracuse Hancock International Airport.
The conference will feature sessions addressing the Green Airport Strategies, General Aviation Environmental Regulations Update, Communicating with the Media, Air Service in the Empire State and a Peer Review Session on Snow Removal. Special guest NY State Senator David Valesky will speak during the luncheon banquet.
The conference features an exhibit show providing opportunities for airport managers to network with vendors, consultants and suppliers in the aviation industry.
Register Online (Members should login to have their contact details pre-filled on the registration form)
Thank you to our 2009 Fall Conference Sponsors!
Platinum Syracuse Hancock International Airport
Gold C&S Engineers
Silver Passero Associates
Peer Review: Airport Financial Departments
Friday, June 5, 2009 2:43 pm
NYAMA kicks off this year’s Peer Review line up with a session for Airport Financial Departments. This Peer Group invites Financial Officers/Controllers/Finance Managers to meet and discuss topics and issues of common interest.
Topics would include:
Department Organization/Staffing
Financial Controls
Budget Preparation/Execution
Relationship with airlines including rates & charges, leases
Relationship with tenants including lease negotiation
Interface with the FAA
Interface with other airport departments
Interface with other governmental organizations
Other duties assumed by the department
Additionally, the group will have the opportunity to discuss how each airport is dealing with the current economic crisis. What are the new ideas which will produce more revenue or reduce costs?
Please join us to meet and discuss these issues with your peers. The Peer Group Workshop will be held at Syracuse Hancock International Airport on June 24, 2009 from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Please download the registration form here. You may contact Michael Thompson at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
with any questions.
Job Creation and the Threat of Aviation Taxes
Friday, February 20, 2009 2:21 pm
NYAMA President Bill McShane speaks candidly about the threat of aviation taxes to job creation in New York State. Join NYAMA's legislative campaign today to oppose the Governor's budget proposals.
Produced by:
NYAMA Testifies on LASP
Friday, January 16, 2009 1:06 pm
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced a "Notice of Proposed Rulemaking" on October 9, 2008 that represents the largest and most significant regulatory action to face General Aviation (GA) since 9/11. The TSA is calling it the Large Aircraft Security Program (LASP).
There are two basic elements within the 260 page Notice of Proposed Rulemaking; one impacts aircraft operators and the other, GA airports. "Reliever airports" will be required under the TSA proposal to implement a security program. The TSA is proposing to require, among other things, that they designate an Airport Security Coordinator, have a training program for law enforcement personnel, have a system for maintaining records, create procedures for posting of public advisories and develop incident management procedures.
These requirements are widely seen as burdensome mandates that could at the very least overwhelm the limited resources of many GA airports in New York State. NYAMA, the "Voice of Aviation in New York," representative the GA industry in oral testimony given by President Bill McShane on January 8. A copy of the testimony is available here.
Should you wish to find out more about the TSA proposal or other issues impacting GA aviation in New York, contact NYAMA Headquarters at 518-432-9973 or
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
.
NYAMA Applauds GAO Slot Auction Decision
Thursday, October 9, 2008 12:18 pm
October 9, 2008, Albany, NY – The New York Aviation Management
Association (NYAMA), the “Voice of Aviation in New York State,”
applauded the recent federal Government Accountability Office (GAO)
finding that U.S. aviation officials have no legal authority to auction
takeoff and landing slots at New York City airports. The GAO is
considered the investigative arm of the U.S. Congress.
NYAMA has joined with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey,
airline groups and others in a legal battle with the US Department of
Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) seeking to
invalidate the FAA slot auction plan. The Air Transport Association
filed a law suit in federal district court and NYAMA’s Board of
Directors voted to join the suit if necessary at its Fall Conference
recently held at LaGuardia Airport.
NYSDOT Announces $20.4 Million For Airport Infrastructure
Thursday, October 9, 2008 12:17 pm
State Grants Support Aviation Improvements Across New York State
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Astrid C. Glynn today announced approval for more than $20.4 million in grants for aviation capital projects across New York State. This funding, primarily from the Renew and Rebuild New York Transportation Bond Act of 2005, will support infrastructure, security, and economic-development projects at 48 public-use airports in the state.
“The Transportation Bond Act provided vital funding to support a modern, secure aviation system for passenger and cargo travel in New York State,” said Governor David Paterson. “Today’s strategic investment in the state’s airports is important not only to keep the tourism industry strong and growing, but also to provide convenient transportation options that entice businesses to stay in or relocate to New York.”
NYAMA President Bill McShane speaks candidly about the threat of aviation taxes to job creation in New York State. Join NYAMA's legislative campaign today to oppose the Governor's budget proposals.
