GBTA Comments on FAA Reauthorization Hearing

Alexandria, VA (June 8, 2017) – The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee held a hearing today, Building a 21st Century Infrastructure for America: Federal Aviation Administration Authorization. GBTA is pleased to hear Secretary Chao’s commitment to including all stakeholders, including members of the traveling public, in the governance of a not-for-profit corporation to oversee air…

GBTA Comments on the Senate Commerce Committee Hearing on FAA Reauthorization

Alexandria, VA (June 7, 2017) – The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing today on the Reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration. The following statement may be attributed to Michael W. McCormick, GBTA executive director and COO. “Modernization of our nation’s air traffic control should be an integral part of FAA reauthorization. Air traffic control…

GBTA Calls ATC Privatization A High Stakes Gamble for the Business Traveler, Asks Congress to Offset Related Passenger Taxes

Alexandria, VA (June 7, 2017) – Today, the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of global business travel industry, joined Airlines for America (A4A) and Travelers United (TU) in requesting that the House Ways and Means Committee work with the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in modernizing the nation’s air traffic control. GBTA, A4A…

GBTA Statement on Nomination of David P. Pekoske to be an Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration

Alexandria, VA (June 6, 2017) – Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate David P. Pekoske to be an Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration. The following statement may be attributed to Michael W. McCormick, GBTA executive director and COO. “Leadership at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is critical to…

GBTA Statement on House Homeland Security Committee Meeting on Visa Overstays

Alexandria, VA (May 23, 2017) – The U.S. House Homeland Security Committee held a hearing today on Visa Overstays: A Gap in the Nation’s Border Security. The following statement may be attributed to Michael W. McCormick, GBTA executive director and COO. “The recent Department of Homeland Security (DHS) OIG report makes an excellent business case…

GBTA Statement on Electronics Ban

Alexandria, VA (March 21, 2017) – Passengers traveling from 10 airports in eight Middle Eastern and African countries will be barred from bringing laptops and other large electronics into the cabin as carry-ons starting as early as Tuesday, the Department of Homeland Security announced today. DHS is taking this step in response to “[e]valuated intelligence…

GBTA Announces Inaugural Volunteer Leadership Sponsor

Alexandria, VA (May 16, 2017) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, today announced Cornerstone Information Systems has partnered with GBTA as the inaugural Volunteer Leadership Sponsor. Cornerstone has long supported its employees’ efforts and involvement in GBTA through the Committee structure, their local Chapters and at…

GBTA Announces Shift in Accommodations Panel at GBTA Conference 2017 Toronto

Toronto, Canada (May 12, 2017) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, today announced a new panel in an exciting line-up of speakers for GBTA Conference 2017 Toronto, May 23 – 25. The Shift in Accommodations will take place on Thursday, May 25 and be moderated by…

GBTA Members Take to Capitol Hill to Advocate for Business Travel Priorities

Alexandria, VA (April 27, 2017) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, hosted its 15th annual Legislative Summit this week. Over 110 GBTA members representing 26 states attended, calling on lawmakers to prohibit the use of voice calls on planes and ensure the Passenger Security Fee goes…

GBTA Announces Innovation Leaders of Today Panel at GBTA Conference 2017 Toronto

Toronto, Canada (April 18, 2017) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), the voice of the global business travel industry, today announced a new panel to be featured on Centre Stage at GBTA Conference 2017 Toronto, May 23 – 25: Innovation Leaders of Today. The Wednesday morning panel will feature prominent industry executive leaders discussing…