WASHINGTON, DC, January 26, 2005 ─ The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced the hiring of Gregory J. Bowles as Manager of Engineering & Maintenance. Bowles assumes responsibility for activities related to regulatory safety standards and continued airworthiness. He will also support technical policy and certification process issues.

Bowles comes to GAMA from Keystone Helicopter Company where he was responsible for certification and validation program planning for aircraft modifications. He also spent several years with Cessna Aircraft Company as group leader for systems design certification and airworthiness support engineering. Bowles holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and a Masters of Business Administration from Webster University. He also holds a FAA private pilot certificate.

“Greg brings a strong engineering and practical application background to GAMA with experience from both large and small scale companies,” said GAMA Interim President Ron Swanda. “He is an excellent addition to our team.”