AIA criticizes Obama for remarks on business aviation
By Neelam Mathews June 30, 2011 U.S Aerospace Industries Association has taken objection to r emarks about business aviation made by President Barack Obama during a June 29 White House press conference concerning tax policies for general aviation planes as part of deficit cutting efforts. “We're disturbed by President Obama's remarks on business aviation today. It seems odd that he would undermine the aviation industry one day after visiting Alcoa's factory and praising the workers who make parts and materials that are critical to producing business jets,” said President and CEO Marion C. Blakey. “General aviation plays an important role in our economy and took a substantial hit in the recent recession. We feel that disparaging comments from the president regarding business jet users are not conducive to promoting jobs, investment and economic growth,” Blakey added. National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen too made a statement. "...