NATA President Meets With ND Aviation Officials July 7, 2010

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Fargo Jet Center (FJC) hosted a reception for James Coyne, President of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA).

Coyne's visit to Fargo demonstrates his commitment to share his national outlook and insight of general aviation with officials in the region. "It was a pleasure to have one of the nation's experts on general aviation in Fargo. The local aviation community appreciated hearing his perspective," said FJC President Jim Sweeney.

The Director of the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission Larry Taborsky, Executive Director of the Fargo Municipal Airport Authority Shawn Dobberstein, City of Fargo Mayor Dennis Walaker and President of Fargo Jet Center Jim Sweeney were just a few of those in attendance. Approximately 30 people attended the reception including representatives from regional airport authorities, FBO's and other aviation organizations.

Pictured from left to right: Larry Taborsky (Director North Dakota Aeronautics Commission),
James Coyne (President - NATA), Jim Sweeney (President - Fargo Jet Center),
Shawn Dobberstein (Executive Director Municipal Airport Authority of the City of Fargo).

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About NATA:
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is the leading organization representing aviation service businesses such as fixed base operators, charter providers, aircraft management companies including those supporting fractional shareholders, maintenance and repair organizations, flight training and airline service companies. Founded in 1940, NATA aggressively promotes safety and the success of aviation service businesses through its advocacy efforts before government, the media and the public as well as by providing valuable programs and forums to further its members' prosperity.

About Fargo Jet Center:
Fargo Jet Center, Inc., a 24-hour - full-service general aviation company is recognized worldwide as a leading provider of aviation services and is North Dakota's largest private aviation operation with owned and leased facilities consisting of more than 200,000 total square feet. FJC provides a comprehensive range of aircraft support services, including avionics installations, engine and airframe maintenance, repair and modification, and routine inspections. FJC is also an authorized service center for Hawker Beechcraft, Pilatus, Cessna, Raisbeck, Rockwell Collins, Honeywell, Garmin, Bendix/King, Avidyne, and S-Tec. As an Avfuel branded FBO, FJC also offers on-demand charter, aircraft sales and aircraft management services and operates a Cessna certified flight school.