PENNSYLVANIA AVIATION & AEROSPACE ADVOCACY DAY
IN HARRISBURG—TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2009

This important event is intended to provide a forum for discussions between all persons with an interest in advocating for Pennsylvania aviation and aerospace, lawmakers, and state officials involved in directing policy for aviation economic development, funding, regulations, and taxation. The Aviation Council urges its members and anyone else who has aero-related concerns to participate.

Please join us to advocate for continued state support of the aero industry. Find out what you can do now and on June 9th, by downloading this information today:
PA Advocacy Day Info and Registration brochure (PDF download).

Sponsorships are Encouraged. For sponsorships, download the brochure above or
call 610-797-6911.

WELCOME TO THE AVIATION COUNCIL OF PENNSYLVANIA

The Aviation Council of Pennsylvania (ACP) consists of airports, fixed-base operators, corporate flight departments, air charter operators, and other aviation organizations and suppliers all working together to improve and promote aviation throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The purpose of the ACP is to represent the Pennsylvania aviation community in matters involving government and private sector interests; to improve and promote aviation in partnership with local, state and federal government; and to increase and enhance public awareness of aviation.

Officers & Board of Directors ACP Committees

PA AIRCRAFT OWNERS DOING BIGGEST SPENDING IN AVIATION-FRIENDLY STATES
Pennsylvania's aviation sales taxes are creating a loss of millions of dollars and thousands of jobs. There are implications that lead the Aviation Council to believe that major Fortune 500 firms calculate the aviation taxes into their decision- making process when considering a location. Please read the downloadable Senate Testimonies and Map Graphic. They are must reading for everyone.

Elimination of PA Aviation Sales Tax Senate Testimonies (PDF download)

Aircraft Owner Spending Migration MAP GRAPHIC (PDF download)

ACP OFFICERS and BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The ACP is served by Officers and a Board of Directors elected to office by the membership of the Council. The Officers and Board of Directors are all volunteers offering their time and expertise in the promotion and development of aviation for the future.

ACP Officers are elected to the respective post by the Board of Directors. Each Officer shall serve a one (1) year term and may be re-elected to the office for one (1) additional term of one year.

2009 Officers

President
Everitt duPont
New Garden Aviation, Inc.

Vice President
Richard Holes, P.E.
Kimball

Treasurer
John Mininger
Bucks County Airport Authority

Secretary
Mark Gale, A.A.E.
Philadelphia International Airport

Immediate Past President
Jay Beratan
AECOM Transportation

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ACP Board of Directors

The management and direction of the Council and the conduct of its affairs are under the control of the Board of Directors. Each director is elected to office by a majority of the membership of the Council. The Board shall consist of no less than eleven (11) or more than twenty-one (21) members. Each member of the Board of Directors shall serve a three (3) year term.

Louis J. Beemer
Harrisburg Jet Center

Jay Beratan
AECOM Transportation

Kevin Boardman
Berwind Corporation

Barry Centini
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport

Everitt duPont
New Garden Aviation, Inc.

Timothy Edwards, A.A.E.
Harrisburg International Airport

Mark Gale, A.A.E.
Philadelphia International Airport

Dan Gallogly
Air BP Aviation Services

Tom Hart
Williamsport Regional Airport

Paul C. Heintz
Obermayer, Rebmann, Maxwell & Hippel, L.L.P.

Richard Holes, P.E.
Kimball

Lawrence J. Krauter
Lehigh Valley International Airport

Lowell Levengood

John Mininger
Bucks County Airport Authority

Gabe Monzo
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport

Roger Moog
Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission

Vern Moyer
Moyer Aviation, Inc.

John Rinehart, A.A.E.
Buchart-Horn, Inc.

Bryan Rodgers
University Park Airport

Stephanie Saracco
Allegheny County Airport Authority

Sara Walfoort
Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission

Robert Rockmaker, A.A.E.
Executive Director

Marvin Miller
Legislative Liaison

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ACP Honorary Board of Directors

John "Reds" MacFarlane

Ed Siefken

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ACP Committees

The ACP has standing and special committees to study and make recommendations to the Board of Directors and to carry out specific assignments as needed. Experienced committee members are available to assist ACP members with aviation related projects and concerns.

Annual Conference
To develop and manage the annual PA Aviation Conference.

Annual Conference Site Selection
Thomas Hart, Chairperson
To request proposals from organizations interested in hosting the annual PA Aviation Conference.

Awards and Scholarship Committee
Sara Walfoort, Chairperson
To organize and administer the selection process for scholarship awards and to recognize individuals and organizations for their contributions to aviation.

By-Laws
Jay Beratan, Chairperson
To review the By-Laws bi-annually and make recommendations for By-Law revisions to the Board of Directors.

Economic Development
Roger Moog, Chairperson
To assist in developing programs to enhance the aviation infrastructure in Pennsylvania.

Education
Lowell Levengood, Chairperson
To recommend and establish aviation education programs and aid in the coordination of aviation programs and institutions within the Commonwealth.

Finance
John Mininger, Chairperson
To manage the financial affairs of the Council to include preparing budgets, managing investments, preparing regular financial statements and conduct an annual audit of the Council.

Fixed Base Operation
Vern Moyer, Chairperson
To assist and develop programs which will benefit Fixed Base Operation Flight Schools, Charter Operators and Corporate Flight Departments.

Legislative/Public Affairs
Lawrence Krauter, Chairperson
To monitor and work closely on those legislative matters that affect the Council membership on a national, state and local level.

Membership
Louis Beemer, Chairperson
To oversee in the planning and organizing for a continuous membership growth and maintenance program.

Nominating
Jay Beratan, Chairperson
To recommend from the membership, a slate of qualified council members for the Board of Directors. This recommendation shall be made to the membership at its Annual Meeting.

Security Committee
John Carlen, Chairperson
To assist in the development and ongoing support required to maintain a secure aviation system.

Small Airports
Everitt B. duPont, Chairperson
To assist the small airports in Pennsylvania and support their on going needs.

Statewide System Plan
Sara Walfoort, Chairperson
To assist with the Statewide Aviation System planning process.

Supplier
Dan Gallogly, Chairperson
To develop and maintain strong communications with the aviation vendor community.

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