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United States Pilots Association |
September 13, 2006
Ms. Jeanette Hoynacki
1652 Indian Point Road
Branson, Missouri 65616
Dear Ms. Hoynacki:
Thank you for taking the time to contact me to share your thoughts about user fees for Federal Aviation Administration services. I appreciate your interest in this issue.
Right now our aviation system could be considered to be at a critical decision point. We know that airline travel is increasing and that the dynamics of the industry and technology is constantly changing. We need to ensure that we keep up with the demand and change of this evolving industry. I am still reviewing the National Civil Aviation Review Commission’s report “Avoiding Aviation Gridlock & Reducing the Accident Rate: A Consensus For Change.”
We must develop a long-term strategy that will maintain our safety standards and meet air travel needs, or face the continued deterioration of our aviation system that could result in potential disaster. I look forward to working in cooperation with you to ensure that our aviation needs are addressed, safe travel is assured, and we are on track for aviation in the 21st century.
Again, thank you for writing. If I can be of any further assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
Christopher S. Bond
United States Senator
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Jan Hoynacki, Executive Director
United States Pilots Association