January 18, 2024

Book Published Unveiling the Origins of Delta Air Lines & the Company’s Beginnings in Aerial Application

James John Hoogerwerf, former Delta Boeing 767 captain and aviation historian, has published a book titled Speed, Safety, and Comfort: The Origins of Delta Air Lines, where he traces the evolution and growth of Delta Air Lines. NAAA shared photos and information with Hoogerwerf about Huff-Daland Dusters Inc., the forerunner to Delta Air Lines, which was the first known aerial application business established.

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NAAA Submits Comments to EPA on Agency’s Third Proposed NPDES PGP

Last week NAAA submitted comments on the EPA’s proposed reissuance of a five-year National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Pesticide General Permit (PGP) that covers pesticide applications over aquatic areas. This is the third five-year reissuance of the EPA’s NPDES-PGP.

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U.S. Wind Turbine Database Available: Another Resource to Track Wind Turbines

The U.S. Wind Turbine Database is a resource that provides the location of land-based and offshore wind turbines. The database currently includes data on 73,352 turbines covering 44 states. NAAA is concerned about the placement of wind turbines on arable farmland that make it difficult and dangerous if not impossible to treat cropland in and around the vicinity of the wind towers.

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Update Your Information for 2024 Membership Directory

Have you moved or changed employers since you renewed your NAAA membership? Allied companies, have you reviewed your company description lately? Ensure your listing in the 2024 NAAA Membership Directory is correct by logging into your account.

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Set Yourself Up for Success by Renewing Your Membership for 2024

Thank you for your support of NAAA as a 2023 member. We request your continued support by renewing your NAAA membership for 2024. While you have been busy aiding farmers to produce a safe, affordable, and abundant supply of food, fiber, and bioenergy, NAAA has been busy making sure low altitude airspace is safe for your aerial application business to operate, as well as ensuring that you have the pesticide products you need to do your job.

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NAAA & NAAREF Board Meetings Feb. 15-17 in Alexandria, VA

The February 2024 NAAA & NAAREF Board and Committee meetings will take place Feb. 15-17 in Alexandria, Virginia. All meetings are open to NAAA members. If you are not a board or committee member but are interested in attending, please contact Lindsay Barber for more details.

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