Airlines for America Applauds Selection of Sen. Ayotte as Ranking Member of the Senate Aviation Subcommittee

WASHINGTON, Feb. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, applauded the selection of Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) as the Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Aviation Operations, Safety and Security for the 113th Congress.

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"Sen. Ayotte has demonstrated a keen understanding of the importance of creating a positive policy climate for U.S. businesses to compete globally and create U.S. jobs," said A4A President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio.  "In her new capacity as ranking member of the aviation subcommittee and member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Sen. Ayotte is well-positioned to promote polices that will enhance the economic viability and global competitiveness of our nation's airlines, and ensure that our National Airspace System remains the safest and most efficient in the world."

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SOURCE Airlines for America

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