FAA Summit said to reaffirm industry safety commitment.
Press Release Summary:
The Air Transport Association of America (ATA) issued a statement regarding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) "call to action" summit to address airline safety and pilot training. James C. May, ATA President and CEO, said that the meeting of industry stakeholders reaffirmed a collective commitment to safety, which includes maintaining high standards of professionalism. He was also optimistic in looking forward to working with the government in its review of pilot training programs.
Original Press Release:
Air Transport Association Says FAA Summit Reaffirms Industry Safety Commitment
WASHINGTON, June 15, 2009 - The Air Transport Association of America (ATA), the trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, today issued the following statement regarding the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) "call to action" summit to address airline safety and pilot training:
"ATA is pleased with today's meeting of industry stakeholders, which reaffirmed our collective commitment to safety. That commitment includes maintaining high standards of professionalism. We look forward to working with the government in its review of pilot training programs to ensure there are no safety gaps. This summit is important in helping to maintain the U.S. aviation industry's already exceptional safety record," said ATA President and CEO James C. May.
ATA airline members and their affiliates transport more than 90 percent of all U.S. airline passenger and cargo traffic. For additional industry information, visit www.airlines.org.
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