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If you missed the 2010 RACCA Spring Conference, you missed a doozie! Held again at the Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas, this event just keeps getting better. With over 275 registered attendees, it was hard not to run into old friends. And, sharing the marquee with RACCA was Cessna Aircraft Company who put on a Caravan Operators Conference at the same venue and attracted a number of first-time attendees.

This year's keynote speaker was Jim Demerest, one of a group of men and women former fighter pilots who are Afterburner, Inc. and present a process management concept they call "Flawless Execution." It is the process they use to ensure the success of critical missions as fighter pilots in a very unforgiving environment and one they demonstrate fits quite nicely into the business community.

Finding legal counsel just after you have an aircraft accident is a little too late. Attorney Mark Dombroff of the law firm Dombroff Gilmore Jaques and French described in startling detail the complexity of events following an aircraft accident and why it is important to have someone "watching your six" to borrow a phrase from military aviation.

John Allen, FAA Director of Flight Standards spent time with senior airline management discussing the latest changes in the agency's direction and guidance. He discussed the affect of politics on aviation, new surveillance programs, and agency challenges.

The program included an update from the Transportation Security Administration, a presentation on non-income taxes by CITTA, Inc., and a moderated panel on the Aircraft Marketplace. And of course, no RACCA Conference would be complete without a presentation by Vice President John Hazlet on the Association's on-going safety program development.

The RACCA staff hopes you were there to enjoy this year's event. If you weren't, please plan to attend the 2011 Spring Conference. We will return to the Scottsdale Hilton Resort and plan to have another excellent event. You won't be sorry you attended.

The Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association is the only organization dedicated to meeting the policy, communications and information needs of on-demand cargo aircraft operators in the United States.  More than 50 FAA-certificated air carriers are regular members, and many more companies involved in the service and support of these operators have also joined RACCA.

Since its inception in 2002, RACCA's goal of establishing itself as an effective leadership organization for regional cargo airlines remain unchanged.  The association is a key advocate on behalf of regional cargo carriers throughout North America before various federal government agencies, including:

  • The Federal Aviation Administration
  • The Transportation Security Administration
  • The Department of Transportation

By establishing and fostering close contacts within our industry, RACCA's successes include:

  • Forging close working relationships with other aviation organizations
  • Improving relationships with manufacturers and suppliers
  • Ensuring a safe and secure operating environment
  • Promoting modernization of existing regulations impacting our industry

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As we look to the future we are proud to report that our membership growth has exceeded our most optimistic expectations and our efforts on their behalf in Washington have been very positive.  .

If you are a participant in the regional air cargo industry, I urge to join RACCA today.  Your membership and support gives us the strength in numbers that is important as we bring the issues to the forefront of legislators and regulators.

Important issues such as the FAA's Part 135 review, TSA mandates, security and insurance are areas on which are currently concentrating our efforts. RACCA continues its program of introduction and education to all segments of government and industry in Washington and elsewhere.

RACCA members and representatives have held important seats on study committees. The reception of RACCA at all of our visits has been welcome and constructive.

In addition to Airline members, RACCA is fortunate to have a very active group of Associate Members led by the Associate Member council chaired by Terry Hibler of Flight Safety International.

RACCA Associate Member Council
Mission Statement

  • Function as a resource on issues related to the products and services of the RACCA Associate Members available to RACCA Carrier Members.
  • Make recommendations and provide resources to the RACCA Board of Directors on matters related to industry and technical issues, and future RACCA conferences. Participate with the RACCA Board of Directors on the development of current and future industry positions and strategies.
  • Function as a resource to the RACCA Board of Directors and Carrier Members to provide a direct conduit of information to the RACCA Associate Members on matters related to industry and technical issues.
  • Participate in RACCA efforts dedicated to the enhancement of the Air Cargo industry.

A list of council members is located on our Leadership Page. To become an active participant in the Associated Member Council please send an email indicating your interest to News@RACCAonline.org.

Read the latest message from AMC Chairman Terry Hibler of FlightSafety International.  It's a must read for all members.
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