GAMA Supports Nomination of Duffy for U.S. Secretary of Transportation 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the U.S. Senate prepares to consider the nomination of former Congressman Sean Duffy, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Transportation, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) President and CEO, Pete Bunce, issued the following statement: 

“Former Congressman Duffy is a well-respected leader who understands the intricacies of both policy and politics which will serve him well as the next U.S. Secretary of Transportation. GAMA appreciates the work that his transition team has been carrying out to get a better understanding of the priorities of general aviation manufacturers including policies that advance safety, workforce, research and development, infrastructure investment and global competitiveness in aviation. We look forward to learning more about his vision for the department, especially as it pertains to aviation safety and innovation, economic growth and the implementation of the latest FAA reauthorization law.” 

The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation is scheduled to hold the nomination hearing for former Congressman Duffy on January 15, 2025.

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GAMA is an international trade association representing over 150 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.