Regional Aviation Proclamations

Many state and local governments have issued proclamations heralding the value of business and general aviation. Business aviation plays a critical role in driving economic growth, jobs and investment across the U.S, and serves as an economic lifeline for thousands of communities.

Review recent proclamations below, or review the list of proclamations by state.

Recent Regional Aviation Proclamations

Nebraska Governor Reaffirms Value of General Aviation

May 18, 2012
In a May 16 ceremony, Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman unveiled a proclamation declaring General Aviation (GA) Appreciation Month in the state. Heineman noted with pride that air transportation employs 5,250 Nebraskans, and cited GA's support for tourism, which supports another 403 full-time jobs and more than $10 million in additional payroll. "GA and community airports play a critical role in the lives of our citizens, as well as [in] the operation of our businesses, industry, ranches and farms," Heineman said. Read more about the proclamation.

Value of General Aviation Now Proclaimed by 75% of U.S. States

May 11, 2012
As of April 2012, three-quarters of all U.S. states have officially proclaimed the value of all general aviation (GA), including business aviation, through official declarations by their governors or state legislatures. “We’re delighted that our No Plane No Gain message has been getting through,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. Learn more.

Maine Becomes 38th State to Acknowledge GA’s Value, Contributions

May 3, 2012
Maine’s Governor Paul LePage has issued a proclamation of the value of general aviation (GA) in his state. Maine is the 38th state since 2010 to recognize the value of all GA, including business aviation, thus providing additional real-world confirmation of the industry’s importance, as articulated through the No Plane No Gain campaign sponsored by the NBAA and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association. Read more about the Maine proclamation.

Missouri Reaffirms Business Aviation's Value

March 27, 2012
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon reaffirmed his support of general aviation (GA) in Missouri this month with a proclamation declaring March as "General Aviation Appreciation Month." In his proclamation, Governor Nixon said business aircraft have a critical role in responding to emergencies or natural disasters. In fact, in the first three weeks of this year's GA Appreciation Month alone, medical evacuation helicopters rescued at least three people in the state, including a man who fell from a 75-foot cliff. The governor issued a similar proclamation last year, which made the Show Me State the 21st to officially recognize the value of GA, particularly business aviation, since the beginning of the "No Plane No Gain" campaign in 2009. Read more about the Missouri proclamation.

Indiana Governor Proclaims March 'Aviation Month'

March 14, 2012
Earlier this month, Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels (R-IN) proclaimed March 2012 ‘General Aviation Appreciation Month’ in the Hoosier State. Recognizing the importance of general aviation (GA) aircraft, specifically for business, Daniels noted “GA and community airports play a critical role in the lives of our citizens, as well as the operation of our businesses and farms.” His proclamation cited the 107 public-use airports in the state, and their combined economic impact of $3 billion. Read more about the Indiana proclamation.