GAMA Mourns Passing of Former U.S. Secretary Norman Mineta 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) President and CEO, Pete Bunce, issued the following statement regarding the passing of Norman Mineta, former U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Secretary of Commerce, U.S. Representative and Mayor of San Jose:

“Secretary Mineta was an incredible statesman and a true giant in all facets of transportation where he specifically championed safety and security of the aviation industry. He broke racial and political barriers as he worked for the betterment of the United States. Following the 9/11 attacks, he was a driving force in ensuring the security of America and restoring confidence in our aviation system. We are forever grateful for his dedication to advancing transportation and seeking bipartisan solutions. On behalf of the entire staff and membership of GAMA, I extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to Secretary Mineta’s family and friends, and his former cabinet and congressional colleagues. Secretary Mineta will forever be remembered for his leadership, grace, political acumen and service to country.”

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GAMA is an international trade association representing over 100 of the world’s leading manufacturers of general aviation airplanes and rotorcraft, engines, avionics, components and related services. GAMA’s members also operate repair stations, fixed based operations, pilot and maintenance training facilities and manage fleets of aircraft. For more information, visit GAMA’s website at www.GAMA.aero.