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General Aviation’s Economic Impact

Contribution of General Aviation to the US Economy in 2023(published 2025); and Joint Association Statement and Study Summary (February 19, 2025)

The Socio-Economic Benefits of Business Aviation in Europe (2025); Methodology 

Contribution of General Aviation to the U.S. Economy in 2018 (published 2020)

The Real World of Business Aviation: A 2018 Survey of Companies Using General Aviation Aircraft

Contribution of General Aviation to the U.S. Economy in 2013 (published 2015)

The Wide Wings and Rotors of General Aviation (2015)

The Economic Value of General Aviation in the UK: Department of Transport Study (2015)

The Role of Business Aviation in the European Economy (2012)

Business Aviation: An Enterprise Value Perspective (2009) and Business Aviation: An Enterprise Value Perspective — Small and Medium Size Enterprises (2010)

The Real World of Business Aviation: A Survey of Companies Using General Aviation Aircraft (2009)

The Economic Impact of Business Aviation in Europe (2008)

General Aviation’s Contribution to the U.S. Economy (2006)

Business Aviation in Today’s Economy: A Shareholder Value Perspective (2001)

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U.S. Dept. of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean P. Duffy released the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) National Strategy and Comprehensive Plan, which was created by the AAM Interagency Working Group, led by DOT. GAMA president and CEO, James Viola (pictured), who was present at the announcement, released the following statement regarding the national strategy:“Today is a significant day for the AAM sector. GAMA applauds all the hard and collaborative work from the AAM Interagency Working Group to create and put forth this national strategy. This strategy will ensure that the U.S. will be a global leader in AAM through the sector’s integration into the national airspace system with a focus on adapting and improving infrastructure; strengthening the aviation workforce; expanding security, safety and automation; and furthering community planning and engagement. The growth of the AAM sector will facilitate additional transportation options, create jobs, stimulate economic activity and competitiveness, and foster further advancement in aerospace technology."Read the full statement on GAMA's website at bit.ly/48XoVwD ... See MoreSee Less
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The newest SR Series G7+ from Cirrus, equipped with the Garmin-powered Safe Return™ Emergency Autoland system, has gained key international certifications, expanding Cirrus' global market access. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have granted type certification for the SR Series G7+, making it fully approved for operation in Europe and the U.K. The model, which includes SR20, SR22, and SR22T variants with Safe Return as standard, allows anyone in the cabin to trigger an autonomous emergency landing at the press of a button should the pilot be incapacitated. In addition to European and U.K. approvals, Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) has now also certified the SR Series G7+ with Safe Return Emergency Autoland, paving the way for deliveries and operations in the Brazilian market. This milestone reinforces Cirrus’s strategy to broaden the adoption of advanced safety technologies worldwide and underscores the company’s commitment to innovation in personal aviation.  ... See MoreSee Less
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GAMA exists to foster and advance the general welfare, safety, interests, and activities of the global business and general aviation industry. This includes promoting a better understanding of general aviation manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul and the important role these industry segments play in economic growth and opportunity, and in serving the critical transportation needs of communities, companies, and individuals worldwide.

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