February 18 -- During a Vermont Aerospace & Aviation Association (VAAA) Open House, Vermont Governor Jim Douglas  signed a  proclamation  declaring February as “General Aviation Appreciation Month”, highlighting the significance the industry has on Vermont’s statewide economy.  The VAAA is a division of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce which manages this association in partnership with Lt. Governor and VAAA Chair Brian Dubie, who also serves as National Chair of the Aerospace States Association. The event was attended by general aviation (GA) leaders from around the country including Alliance for Aviation Across America (AAAA) Executive Director Selena Shilad.  For the full press release,  click here .

Jan. 7:  Today West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin III issued a proclamation declaring January 2010 "General Aviation Appreciation Month".  In doing so, he acknowledged the statewide impact general aviation has on the local economy there. The event was attended by Alliance for Aviation Across America Executive Director Selena Shilad, as well as representatives from the National Air Transportation Association, the National Business Aviation Association and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.  Read the full press release here, or click here for the Governor's proclamation.