November 22, 2023
NAAA Wishes You a Happy Thanksgiving! |
| Your GPS Data May Save a Life |
 As the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) marches in lockstep with some corporate interests in the uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) space, it is becoming clear that green lighting and expanding UAS beyond visual line of site (BVLOS) operations may be being prioritized over safety. Donate your GPS data logs. Read More |
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| NAAA Discusses C-PAASS, Precision Application and the Ag Aviation Expo on Dream Maker Podcast |
 NAAA CEO Andrew Moore was a guest on the Dream Maker Podcast hosted by Chris Floyd, CEO of Dream First Bank, an Allied member of NAAA. Also appearing on the podcast were Caleb Woods and Haley Floyd who are on Dream First Bank’s ag aviation team. Read More |
| Donate to NAAREF on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28 |
 As the year comes to an end, we hope you will consider a donation to support the National Agricultural Aviation Research & Education Foundation (NAAREF) programs, which includes PAASS and Operation S.A.F.E. NAAREF programs were designed and are succeeding in promoting safety and environmental professionalism to the aerial application industry. Without successful NAAREF educational programs it’s unquestionable that the regulatory requirements facing us would be more rigorous. Read More |
| Thank You, Pitch Perfect for PAASS Karaoke Fundraiser Sponsors; Register for the Fundraiser (Singing Not Required!) |
 NAAREF sincerely appreciates the companies that are sponsoring Pitch Perfect for PAASS This is a karaoke fundraising event for NAAREF where participants can sing to raise money for PAASS. You don’t need to sing to participate! You can also participate by registering to attend because your registration fee is a donation to NAAREF/PAASS. Registration includes two drink tickets! Read More |
| Pratt & Whitney Canada and CD Aviation to Offer Engine Seminars at Ag Aviation Expo |
 Pratt & Whitney Canada and CD Aviation are offering two full-day engine seminars Sunday, Dec. 3, at the 2023 Ag Aviation Expo in Palm Springs. Read More |
| Register for the Palm Springs Wire Avoidance Course |
| NAAA is excited to host our annual convention in Palm Springs, CA Dec. 4-7. Register for the Flying in the Wire Obstruction Environment Course, Pitch Perfect for PAASS NAAREF fundraiser and Support Committee events. Join us in the Golden State. Read More |
| Many Auction Items Up for Bid at NAAA Live Auction; Letter of Credit Required for PT6A-34AG Engine |
 Thank you to the many companies that support ag pilots and their operations, as well as the industry, through donating items for the Live and Silent Auctions at the NAAA Ag Aviation Expo. The money raised from these items supports NAAA programs. Thank you to Pratt & Whitney Canada for its generous donation of a brand-new PT6A-34AG turboprop engine. The engine is valued at $658,000. Read More |
| Support NAAA by Renewing Your Membership for 2024 |
 Thank you for your support of NAAA as a 2023 member. We request your continued support by renewing your NAAA membership for 2024. While you have been busy aiding farmers to produce a safe, affordable, and abundant supply of food, fiber, and bioenergy, NAAA has been busy making sure low altitude airspace is safe for your aerial application business to operate, as well as ensuring that you have the pesticide products you need to do your job.
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| In Case You Missed It! |
| Agriculture's Air Force: 100 Years of Aerial Application, History Book of the Industry, Hits the Shelves at the Smithsonian Institute’s Air & Space Museum |
 After more than a year of working with Smithsonian Enterprises, we are excited to announce that Agriculture's Air Force: 100 Years of Aerial Application, the industry’s 100th anniversary book, is for sale in the Smithsonian Institute’s Air & Space Museum gift shop in Washington, DC. The book is a great addition to the museum’s gift shop for aviation enthusiasts and those who want to learn more about a century of technological evolution protecting farms, forests, and public health by aircraft.
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| Find Your Next Seat at the 2023 Ag Aviation Expo: Look for Sign-up Board at Registration for Pilots to Find Operators and Operators to Find Pilots |
 Looking for a pilot? Looking for an operator to work for? NAAA is excited to announce that we are bringing back the on-site job board at the 2023 Ag Aviation Expo in Palm Springs. The job board is intended to help both operators looking for a pilot and pilots looking for a seat. Read More |
| CropLife Retail Week Podcast Discusses NAAA Industry Activity Survey Results |
 CropLife Magazine’s Nov. 10th podcast, CropLife Retail Week, discussed NAAA’s Industry Activity Survey results that appeared in the Fall 2023 Agricultural Aviation magazine. Of particular importance, the hosts Eric Sfiligoj and Lara Sowinski, focused their discussion on the percentage of aerial application work operators performed in various crop input categories in 2023. Read More |
| NAAA Support Committee Events at the Ag Aviation Expo |
| The NAAA Support Committee has organized several fun events at the Ag Aviation Expo for spouses/significant others, family members and office crew. Join the fun at the a food and wine tasting event, Athena Project presentation and Relationship Drift. Read More |
| Apply for C-PAASS 2023 by December 11 |
 Join the growing number of ag pilots who are committed to enhancing safety, environmental stewardship, and application efficacy in the agricultural aviation industry. The deadline to become 2023 C-PAASS certified is Dec. 11; count yourself among those committed to being the best of the best in the industry.
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