Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010

Met with staff to brief them on the flight and duty time cargo proposal and to discuss pilot fatigue in general. Discussed the rulemaking that is currently at the Federal Aviation Administration and potential impacts on the all cargo industry. Also discussed H.R.5900 and the requirements included in the safety legislation.

Client expense: $8,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 1586 Title V Aviation Safety; Sec. 718. Repeal of certain limitations on Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Title III Aviation Safety (As amended by the House); H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009, All provisions. Implementation of H.R. 5900: The Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010; All provisions.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Provisions to authorize financial assistance for NextGen avionics equipage in Air Transportation and Safety Improvements Act (S 1451; HR 1586) Implementation of Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 (HR 5900; PL 111-216) Issues related to air traffic control modernization and international alliances in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 (HR 915), Air Transportation and Safety Improvements Act (S 1451, HR 1586), and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, Part IV (HR 6190; PL 111-329) Issues related to FAA, NextGen aircraft equipage, and modernization of air traffic control in the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011(HR 5850; S 3644; proposed Senate amendment (Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2011) to HR 3082) Aviation Jobs Outsourcing Prevention Act of 2010 (HR 4788) Issues related to global distribution systems (no specific bill) Seek support for application for antitrust immunity filed by American Airlines and Japan Airlines Issues related to carriage of batteries in The Hazardous Material Transportation Safety Act of 2009 (HR 4016) Issues related to aviation security in the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2011 (S 3607) and Transportation Security Administration Authorization Act of 2009 (HR 2200)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

Monitor FAA reauthorization (H.R. 915, H.R. 5900, S. 1451), antitrust immunity, labor issues, China policy, and issues related to passenger fees.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 S.1451 (as part of H.R. 1586), FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 4957, S. 3187, H.R. 5611, H.R. 5147, H.R. 5900, H.R. 6190, FAA Extension Act of 2010 2011 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations, draft bill 2011 DHS Appropriations, draft bill H.R. 4815, Community Airport Access and Protection Act of 2010 H. Res. 1473, Supporting Backcountry Airstrips and Recreational Aviation H. Con. Res. 272 and Sen. Con. Res. 61, Recognizing Contributions Made by General Aviation Pilots and Operators to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts H.R. 2454 and S. 1733, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 H.R. 3678, Security Directives and Procedures H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 H.R. 3678, Security Directives and Procedures H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 H.R. 2200, TSA Authorization Act H.R. 3093, General Aviation Security Enhancement Act of 2009 H.R. 5503, Securing Protections for the Injured from Limitations on Liability Act S. 452, Backcountry Landing Strip Access Act of 2009 S. 1193, Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 S. 1744, Enhancing Flight Crewmembers' Training S. 1194 and H.R. 3619, Coast Guard Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011 S. 3447, Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvement Act of 2010 H.R. 3082, Energy and Water Development and Related Appropriations Act of 2011 (Omnibus Bill) TSA General Aviation Security - Large Aircraft Security Program TSA Security Directive 1542-04-08F and 08G Customs and Border Protection - International Manifest AvGas and EPA, Greenhouse Gas Emissions NextGen ADS-B ELT Requirements Through the Fence Operations User Fees Airport Runway Safety Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) - Airspace Use Various State and Local Airport Issues FY11 Budgets for DOT and DHS Airman Certification FAA Letter of Interpretation of 61.129 ICAO Representative Appointee T-Routes in Charlotte/Douglas Class B Airspace

Client expense: $760,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Air Force, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection

S. 1451, FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act; S. 1744, Enhancing Flight Crewmembers' Training; H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009; H.R. 5900, the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Air Traffic Control work force issues: retirement. Air Traffic Control technology and modernization. Air Traffic Control system safety and efficiency. Air Traffic Control capacity and delays. Consolidation and realignment of Air Traffic Control facilities. H.R. 915, S. 1451, H.R. 1586, H. Res 1401, H.R. 5611, H.R. 5900.

Client expense: $170,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 915- FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 S. 1451 - FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 1105 - Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 H.R. 3607 - FAA Extension, 2009 H.R. 4217 - Federal Aviation Administration Extension 2009 S. 1451 - FAA Reauthorization S. 3187 - Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 6190 - Airport & Airway Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5611- same as H.R. 6190 H.R. 5148 - same as H.R. 6190 H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 ASCE's Report Card for America's Infrastructure

Client expense: $131,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Natl Science Foundation (NSF), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Provide legislative and other tax services related to pension issues and tax issues including excise taxes arising under FAA reauthorization and general corporate tax issues (including corporate AMT and bonus depreciation) impacting the aviation industry during the 111th session of Congress on the following bills: - H.R. 4213, the American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 - S. 3793, the Job Creation and Tax Cuts Act - S. 3513, the Bonus Depreciation Extension to Create Jobs Act - H.R. 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 - S. 3777 & S. 3783, Information Reporting Modernization Act of 2010 - H.R. 5900 the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 - H.R. 5611, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II - H.R. 6190, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III - H.R. 4853, the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010 - H.R. 6473, Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part IV

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915 and S. 1452 -- FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 912 and S. 1422 -- Airline Flight Crew and Medical Leave Act S. 1454 - SAFE Air Act (Aircraft Repair Station Safety and Security) H.R. 4788 - Aviation Jobs Outsourcing Prevention Act H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation, Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5611 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II S. 2768 & H.R. 4714 - National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Bill H.R. 1586 - Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010 (State Fiscal Aid Bill) S. 3033 & H.R. 4677 - Bankruptcy Protection Air Traffic Control Privatization Aviation Security Federal Aviation Administration Nominations Federal Aviation Administration Staffing Issues Federal Aviation Administration Labor-Management Relations Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Fatigue Issues (application of OSHA standards) Federal Aviation Administration Standards for Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Employee Background Checks Airline Pensions E.U. - U.S. Air Transport Service Agreement/China Air Transit Service Agreement Airline Mergers Flight Duty Time Aircraft Maintenance Tax Credit Health Care Issues related to Aviation Employees Safety Management Systems Issues Qualification Service, Use of Crew Members, & Aircraft Dispatchers Issues

Client expense: $222,959 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

Met with staff to brief them on the flight and duty time cargo proposal and to discuss pilot fatigue in general. Discussed the rulemaking that is currently at the Federal Aviation Administration and potential impacts on the all cargo industry. Also discussed H.R. 5900 and the requirements included in the safety legislation.

Client expense: $8,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 3371 Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 H.R. 2200 Transportation Security Administration Authorization Act H.R. 2870 Securing Cabin Baggage Act H.R. 5611 Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II. H.R. 5900 the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010.

Client expense: $389,824 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

HR 1586 Title V Aviation Safety; Sec. 718, Repeal of certain limitations on Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Title III Aviation Safety (as amended by house), HR 5900 The Airlines Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010; all provisions and other issues pertaining to airline safety and air traffic control.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 915 and S. 1452 -- FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 912 and S. 1422 -- Airline Flight Crew and Medical Leave Act S. 1454 - SAFE Air Act (Aircraft Repair Station Safety and Security) H.R. 4788 - Aviation Jobs Outsourcing Prevention Act H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation, Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5611 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II S. 2768 & H.R. 4714 - National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Bill H.R. 1586 - Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010 (State Fiscal Aid Bill) S. 3033 & H.R. 4677 - Bankruptcy Protection Air Traffic Control Privatization Aviation Security Federal Aviation Administration Nominations Federal Aviation Administration Staffing Issues Federal Aviation Administration Labor-Management Relations Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Fatigue Issues (application of OSHA standards) Federal Aviation Administration Standards for Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Employee Background Checks Airline Pensions E.U. - U.S. Air Transport Service Agreement/China Air Transit Service Agreement Airline Mergers Flight Duty Time Aircraft Maintenance Tax Credit Health Care Issues related to Aviation Employees Safety Management Systems Issues Qualification Service, Use of Crew Members, & Aircraft Dispatchers Issues

Client expense: $222,959 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

S.1284, Ensuring One Level of Safety Act of 2009, require implementation of certain recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, to require the establishment of national standards with respect to flight requirements for pilots, to require the development of fatigue management plans, perform random inspections at flight schools and regional airlines to verify training and safety standards are enforced. S.1193, Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2009, Aviation Safety Whistleblower Investigation Office, modification of Customer Service Initiative (CSI), post-employment restrictions for flight standards inspectors, assignment of principal supervisory inspectors, voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, FAA's designee program, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1451, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1454, Safe Aviation Facilities Ensure Aircraft Integrity and Reliability Act, increased oversight and inspection by the FAA of maintenance work on U. S. commercial aircraft performed at foreign repair stations. H.R.3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009, authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. H.R.1586, Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. Lobbied concerns regarding contracting out of the air traffic control system. Lobbied concerns regarding NextGen modernization.

Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

S.1284, Ensuring One Level of Safety Act of 2009, require implementation of certain recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, to require the establishment of national standards with respect to flight requirements for pilots, to require the development of fatigue management plans, perform random inspections at flight schools and regional airlines to verify training and safety standards are enforced. S.1193, Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2009, Aviation Safety Whistleblower Investigation Office, modification of Customer Service Initiative (CSI), post-employment restrictions for flight standards inspectors, assignment of principal supervisory inspectors, voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, FAA's designee program, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1451, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1454, Safe Aviation Facilities Ensure Aircraft Integrity and Reliability Act, increased oversight and inspection by the FAA of maintenance work on U. S. commercial aircraft performed at foreign repair stations. H.R.3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009, authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. H.R.1586, Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. Lobbied concerns regarding contracting out of the air traffic control system. Lobbied concerns regarding NextGen modernization.

Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Provisions to authorize financial assistance for NextGen avionics equipage in Air Transportation and Safety Improvements Act (S 1451; HR 1586) Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 (HR 5900; PL 111-216) Issues related to air traffic control modernization and international alliances in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 (HR 915), Air Transportation and Safety Improvements Act (S 1451, HR 1586), the Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 (HR 4957, PL 111-157), Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, Part II (PL 111-197; HR 5611), and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, Part III (HR 6190; PL 111-249) Issues related to FAA, NextGen aircraft equipage, and modernization of air traffic control in the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2011(HR 5850; S 3644) Aviation Jobs Outsourcing Prevention Act of 2010 (HR 4788) Issues related to global distribution systems (no specific bill) Seek support for application for antitrust immunity filed by American Airlines and Japan Airlines Seek support for application for antitrust immunity filed by American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, Finnair and Royal Jordanian and related joint business agreement Issues related to carriage of batteries in The Hazardous Material Transportation Safety Act of 2009 (HR 4016) Issues related to aviation security in the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2011 (S 3607) and Transportation Security Administration Authorization Act of 2009 (HR 2200)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

H.R. 915 and S. 1452 -- FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 912 and S. 1422 -- Airline Flight Crew and Medical Leave Act S. 1454 - SAFE Air Act (Aircraft Repair Station Safety and Security) H.R. 4788 - Aviation Jobs Outsourcing Prevention Act H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation, Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5611 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II S. 2768 & H.R. 4714 - National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Bill H.R. 1586 - Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010 (State Fiscal Aid Bill) S. 3033 & H.R. 4677 - Bankruptcy Protection Air Traffic Control Privatization Aviation Security Federal Aviation Administration Nominations Federal Aviation Administration Staffing Issues Federal Aviation Administration Labor-Management Relations Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Fatigue Issues (application of OSHA standards) Federal Aviation Administration Standards for Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Employee Background Checks Airline Pensions E.U. - U.S. Air Transport Service Agreement/China Air Transit Service Agreement Airline Mergers Flight Duty Time Aircraft Maintenance Tax Credit Health Care Issues related to Aviation Employees Safety Management Systems Issues Qualification Service, Use of Crew Members, & Aircraft Dispatchers Issues

Client expense: $222,959 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

H.R. 915 and S. 1452 -- FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 912 and S. 1422 -- Airline Flight Crew and Medical Leave Act S. 1454 - SAFE Air Act (Aircraft Repair Station Safety and Security) H.R. 4788 - Aviation Jobs Outsourcing Prevention Act H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation, Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5611 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II S. 2768 & H.R. 4714 - National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Bill H.R. 1586 - Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010 (State Fiscal Aid Bill) S. 3033 & H.R. 4677 - Bankruptcy Protection Air Traffic Control Privatization Aviation Security Federal Aviation Administration Nominations Federal Aviation Administration Staffing Issues Federal Aviation Administration Labor-Management Relations Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Fatigue Issues (application of OSHA standards) Federal Aviation Administration Standards for Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Employee Background Checks Airline Pensions E.U. - U.S. Air Transport Service Agreement/China Air Transit Service Agreement Airline Mergers Flight Duty Time Aircraft Maintenance Tax Credit Health Care Issues related to Aviation Employees Safety Management Systems Issues Qualification Service, Use of Crew Members, & Aircraft Dispatchers Issues

Client expense: $222,959 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

S. 1451, FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act; S. 1744, Enhancing Flight Crewmembers' Training; H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009; H.R. 5900, the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

S3644/HR5850 Department of Transportation Housing and Urban Development Appropriations FY 2011, issues related to FAA facilities and equipment funding, including ADS-B and NextGen. HR915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009; HR1586 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act; HR 6190 Airport & Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III; HR5900 Airline Safety & FAA Extension Act of 2010, miscellany issues.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to aviation. S.1451 - A bill to modernize the air traffic control system, improve the safety, reliability, and availability of transportation by air in the United States, provide for modernization of the air traffic control system, reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, and for other purposes. H.R.915 - To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2009 through 2012, to improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes. H.R.967 - To enhance airline passenger protection when the Secretary of Transportation issues a rule to require airline emergency contingency plans. H.R. 1586 - An act to modernize the air traffic control system, improve the safety, reliability, and availability of transportation by air in the United States, provide for modernization of the air traffic control system, reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, and for other purposes. H.R.1941 - To allow for additional flights beyond the perimeter restriction applicable to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. H.R.2870 - To standardize and clarify the dimensions of carry-on baggage and personal items on air carriers. H.R.3273 - To require the implementation of certain recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, to require the establishment of national standards with respect to flight requirements for pilots, to require the development of fatigue management plans, and for other purposes. H.R.3371 - To amend title 49, United States Code, to improve airline safety and pilot training, and for other purposes. H.R.4016 - To reauthorize the hazardous material safety program, ensure the safe transport of hazardous material in all modes of transportation, and reduce the risks to life and property inherent in the commercial transportation of hazardous material, and for other purposes. H.R.624 - To amend title 49, United States Code, to ensure air passengers have access to necessary services while on a grounded air carrier, and for other purposes. H.R. 5021 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide that fees charged for baggage carried into the cabin of an aircraft are subject to the excise tax imposed on transportation of persons by air. H.R. 5750 - FAMS Augmentation Act of 2010. H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010. H.R. 6047 - Guaranteeing Airport Physical Screening Standards Act. H.R. 6190 - Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III. S.36 - A bill to repeal the perimeter rule for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and for other purposes. S.213 - A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to ensure air passengers have access to necessary services while on a grounded air carrier, and for other purposes. S.743 - A bill to require air carriers to provide training for flight attendants and gate attendants regarding serving alcohol, recognizing intoxicated passengers, and dealing with disruptive passengers, and for other purposes. S.1193 - A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to enhance aviation safety, and for other purposes. S.1209 - A bill to allow for additional flights beyond the perimeter restriction application to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. S.1283 - A bill to require persons that operate Internet websites that sell airline tickets to disclose to the purchaser of each ticket the air carrier that operates each segment of the flight, and for other purposes. S.1284 - A bill to require the implementation of certain recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, to require the establishment of national standards with respect to flight requirements for pilots, to require the development of fatigue management plans, and for other purposes. S.1744 - A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to prescribe regulations to ensure that all crewmembers on air carriers have proper qualifications and experience, and for other purposes. S.2732 - A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to promulgate regulations to prohibit the use of certain portable electronic devices in the cockpit of commercial aircraft during flight and to conduct a study of the safety impact of distracted pilots. S.2745 - A bill to prohibit the use of personal wireless communications devices and laptop computers by the flight crew of commercial aircraft on the flight deck of such aircraft during aircraft operations. S.2823 - A bill to amend chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code, to require air carriers and ticket agents to notify consumers of all taxes and fees applicable to airline tickets in a timely manner, to prohibit the imposition of fuel surcharges that do not correlate to the fuel costs incurred by air carriers, and for other purposes. S. 3010 - A bill to require the Federal Aviation Administration to implement the recommendations issued by the National Transportation Safety Board following the Board's investigation of the loss of control of Colgan Air Flight 3407 on February 12, 2009, and for other purposes. S. 3205 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide that fees charged for baggage carried into the cabin of an aircraft are subject to the excise tax imposed on transportation of persons by air. S. 3691 - Airline Baggage Transparency and Accountability Act. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to U.S. bilateral aviation negotiations. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to an application to DOT for antitrust immunity for airline alliances. Congressional and Executive Branch review of airline merger.

Client expense: $540,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Provide legislative and other tax services related to pension issues and tax issues including excise taxes arising under FAA reauthorization and general corporate tax issues (including corporate AMT and bonus depreciation) impacting the aviation industry during the 111th session of Congress on the following bills: - H.R. 4213, the American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 - S. 3793, the Job Creation and Tax Cuts Act - S. 3513, the Bonus Depreciation Extension to Create Jobs Act - H.R. 5297, the Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 - S. 3777 & S. 3783, Information Reporting Modernization Act of 2010 - H.R. 5900 the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 - H.R. 5611, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II - H.R. 6190, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

S3644/HR5850 Department of Transportation Housing and Urban Development & Related Agencies Appropriations act FY2011, issues related to FAA modernization; HR 915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009; HR1586 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act; HR6190 Airport & Airways Extension Act of 2010, Part III; HR5900 Airline Safety & FAA Extension Act of 2010, no specific issues.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

S3644/HR5850 Department of Transportation Housing and Urban Development Appropriations FY2011, no specific issues. S3607 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations FY2011, issues related to security funding. HR915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009; HR1586 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act; HR6190 Airport & Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III; HR5900 Airline Safety & FAA Extension Act of 2010.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, airport access including slot rules, auctions and limits; S. 1451, FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act, airport access including slot rules, auctions and limits; H.R.5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, issues relating to slot rules; Mergers and alliances.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, airport access including slot rules, auctions and limits; S. 1451, FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act, airport access including slot rules, auctions and limits; H.R.5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, issues relating to slot rules; Mergers and competition in the airline industry.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 S. 1451 (as part of H.R. 1586), FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 4957, S. 3187, H.R. 5611, H.R. 5147, H.R. 5900, H.R. 6190, FAA Extension Act of 2010 2011 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations, draft bill 2011 DHS Appropriations, draft bill H.R. 4815, Community Airport Access and Protection Act of 2010 H.Res. 1473, Supporting Backcountry Airstrips and Recreational Aviation H. Con. Res. 272 and Sen. Con. Res. 61, Recognizing Contributions Made by General Aviation Pilots and Operators to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts H.R. 2454 and S. 1733, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 H.R. 3678, Security Directives and Procedures H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 H.R. 2200, TSA Authorization Act H.R. 3093, General Aviation Security Enhancement Act of 2009 H.R. 5503, Securing Protections for the Injured from Limitations on Liability Act S. 452, Backcountry Landing Strip Access Act of 2009 S. 1193, Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2009 S. 1744, Enhancing Flight Crewmembers' Training S. 1194 and H.R. 3619, Coast Guard Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011 TSA General Aviation Security -Large Aircraft Security Program TSA Security Directive 1542-04-08F and 08G Customs and Border Protection - International Manifest AvGas and EPA, Greenhouse Gas Emissions NextGen ADS-B ELT Requirement Through the Fence Operations User Fees Airport Runway Safety Unmanned Aerial Systems - Airspace Use Various State and Local Airport Issues FY11 Budgets for DOT and DHS DOT's 5 year plan FCC proposed rule to outlaw 121.5MHz ELTs TSA and CBP international flying programs TFR Planning Process

Client expense: $680,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

HR5850 THUD & Related Agencies Appropriations Act FY2011, issues related to aerospace research, FAA modernization and procurement; S3644 THUD & Related Agencies Appropriations Act FY2011, issues related to aerospace research, FAA modernization and procurement; HR915 FAA Reauthorization Act 2009; HR 1586 FAA Air Transporation Modernization & Safety Improvement Act; HR6190 Airport & Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III; HR 5900 Airline Safety & FAA Extension Act of 2010

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

S3644/HR5850 THUDevelopment and Related Agencies Appropriations FY2011, issues related to FAA modernization and equippage; S3607 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations FY2011, issues related to security funding; HR915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009; HR1586 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act; HR6190 Airport & Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III; HR 5900 Airline Safety & FAA Extension Act of 2010, general issues.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 915- FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 S. 1451 - FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 1105 - Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 H.R. 3607 - FAA Extension, 2009 H.R. 4217 - Federal Aviation Administration Extension 2009 S. 1451 - FAA Reauthorization S. 3187 - Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 6190 - Airport & Airway Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5611- same as H.R. 6190 H.R. 5148 - same as H.R. 6190 H.R. 5900 - Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 ASCE's Report Card for America's Infrastructure

Client expense: $218,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Natl Science Foundation (NSF), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization (H.R. 1586, H.R. 5900, H.R. 4853, H.R. 6190) Airline industry consolidation Aviation safety, including maintenance and outsourcing issues, flight duty time rules, and NTSB authorization (H.R. 4714) Passenger rights issues, including ancillary fees and tarmac delays

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

FAA reauthorization bills (H.R. 1586, H.R. 5900, H.R. 6190); FAA reauthorization extension bill (H.R. 4853) Passenger rights, including tarmac delay rules and ancillary fees (S. 3691) DOHSA liability issues, aviation safety, flight duty time rules, cargo security screening, industry consolidation Department of Transportation appropriations (S. 3644), as it relates to the aviation industry

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Assist airports authority with aviation and budget issues; FAA reauthorization bill (H.R. 1586, Title I, Sec. 149, Title IV, Sec. 403; S.1199, Title VII, Sec. 718) Senate Commerce Committee Oversight Hearing of Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; H.R. 6190, Sec. 5(h); H.R. 5900, Sec. 104(g).

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

HR 915: FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 HR 3371: Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 HR 2200: Transportation Security Administration Authorization Act HR 2870: Securing Cabin Baggage Act HR 5611 Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II HR 5900, the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010

Client expense: $348,159 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

S.1284, Ensuring One Level of Safety Act of 2009, require implementation of certain recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, to require the establishment of national standards with respect to flight requirements for pilots, to require the development of fatigue management plans, perform random inspections at flight schools and regional airlines to verify training and safety standards are enforced. S.1193, Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2009, Aviation Safety Whistleblower Investigation Office, modification of Customer Service Initiative (CSI), post-employment restrictions for flight standards inspectors, assignment of principal supervisory inspectors, voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, FAA's designee program, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1451, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1454, Safe Aviation Facilities Ensure Aircraft Integrity and Reliability Act, increased oversight and inspection by the FAA of maintenance work on U. S. commercial aircraft performed at foreign repair stations. H.R.3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009, authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. H.R.1586, Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. Lobbied concerns regarding contracting out of the air traffic control system. Lobbied concerns regarding NextGen modernization.

Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

S.1284, Ensuring One Level of Safety Act of 2009, require implementation of certain recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, to require the establishment of national standards with respect to flight requirements for pilots, to require the development of fatigue management plans, perform random inspections at flight schools and regional airlines to verify training and safety standards are enforced. S.1193, Aviation Safety Enhancement Act of 2009, Aviation Safety Whistleblower Investigation Office, modification of Customer Service Initiative (CSI), post-employment restrictions for flight standards inspectors, assignment of principal supervisory inspectors, voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.915, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, FAA's designee program, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1451, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. S.1454, Safe Aviation Facilities Ensure Aircraft Integrity and Reliability Act, increased oversight and inspection by the FAA of maintenance work on U. S. commercial aircraft performed at foreign repair stations. H.R.3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009, authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. H.R.1586, Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010, collective bargaining process, staffing study for systems specialists, GAO study of systems specialists training, FAA's certification policy, technical correction for MSPB remedial authority, facilities realignment and consolidation program, inspector staffing model and staffing levels, employee involvement in modernization projects, IG investigation of third-party approach procedures, inspector oversight of foreign repair stations, non-certificated repair facilities, post-employment restrictions for inspectors and the voluntary disclosure reporting system. H.R.5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010, to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and authorizes a DOT Inspector General review of aviation safety inspectors and operational research analysts of the FAA assigned to part 121 air carriers. Lobbied concerns regarding contracting out of the air traffic control system. Lobbied concerns regarding NextGen modernization.

Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

HR 1586 Title V Aviation Safety; Sec. 718, Repeal of certain limitations on Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Title III Aviation Safety (as amended by house), HR 5900 The Airlines Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010; all provisions and other issues pertaining to airline safety and air traffic control.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 1586 Title V Aviation Safety; Sec. 718. Repeal of certain limitations on Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Title III Aviation Safety (As amended by the House); H.R. 3371, Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009, All provisions. H.R. 5900: The Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010; All provisions.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

FAA reauthorization legislation: H.R. 1586, as amended and passed in the Senate, the FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act, and H.R. 1586, as amended and passed in the House, the Aviation Safety and Investment Act of 2010: Airport Improvement Program funding provisions, Passenger Facility Charge provisions; and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting equipment and response time; H.R. 5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Enforcement Act of 2010.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: Air Force, Dept of, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

FAA reauthorization legislation: H.R. 1586, including passenger Facility Charge provisions, Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting provisions, NextGen funding and implementation provisions, and environmental provisions; H.R. 5900, Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: SENATE

H.R. 915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 S. 1451 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 1586 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 6190 Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III H.R. 5900 Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R. 5297 Small Business Lending Fund Act of 2010 (provisions related to accelerated depreciation) S. 195 Taxpayer Protection Act (aircraft divestiture provisions) H.R. 384 TARP Reform and Accountability Act (aircraft divestiture provisions) H.R. 3844 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a special depreciation allowance and recovery period for noncommercial aircraft property. S.2723 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a special depreciation allowance and recovery period for noncommercial aircraft property. Other issues: U.S. Treasury Notice 2005 -45: Entertainment Use Notice U.S. Treasury Notice 2005-80: Excise Tax Charges IRS Proposal Regulation 147171-05: Deductions for Entertainments Use of Business Aircraft Entertainment Use:Charter Rate Method Safe Harbor IRS Air Transportation Excise Tax - Audit Technique Guide Extension of accelerated depreciation provision for aircraft purchases Extension of the placed-in-service date for aircraft purchases Research and Development tax credit Increase in Domestic Manufacturing Deduction Elimination of AMT penalty on airport private activity bonds IRS Notice 2008-64 to require taxpayers to file elections to group activities under passive loss rules Proposal and Temporary Regulation 301.7701-2T(c)(2)(v)B; Treasury Decision 9462; Reg-116614-08 74 Federal Regulation 46,957 - Excise Tax Applicability to disregarded entities IRS Revenue Procedure 2010-13 - Passive Activity Losses IRS Air Transportation Excise Tax Audit Technique Guide Aircraft Equipage and Funding

Client expense: $630,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

H.R. 915 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2009 S. 1451 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 1586 FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 6190 Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III H.R. 5900 Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R 5503 Securing Protections for the Injured from Limitations on Liability Act (provisions dealing with revisions to the Death on the High Seas Act) H.R. 5629 Oil Spill Accountability and Environmental Protection Act of 2010 (provisions dealing with revisions to the Death on the High Seas Act) H.R.4815 Community Airport Access and Protection Act of 2010 to allow through-the-fence access to general aviation airports, and for other purposes. H. RES. 1473 - Supporting backcountry airstrips and recreational aviation. H.R. 384 TARP Reform and Accountability Act of 2009 (aircraft divestiture provisions) S. 195 Taxpayer Protection Act (aircraft divestiture provisions) H.R. 3371 The Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009 S. 2768 National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R.4714 National Transportation Safety Board Reauthorization Act of 2010 S.1744 A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to prescribe regulations to ensure that all crewmembers on air carriers have proper qualifications and experience, and for other purposes. Other issues: General Aviation flight restrictions Airport access issues FAA funding Aviation safety FAA Part 91 Subpart K - Aircraft Fractional Ownership Capetown Treaty Part 135 Aircraft Charter P.L. 110 - 81 - Carriage of Elected Officials New York Aviation Rulemaking Committee Policy regarding Airport Rates and Charges FAA-2008-0036 National Airspace System Modernization Other issues continued: Airports Operational Changes at John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Docket OST200727057 - Consumer Information Regarding On-Demand Air Taxi Operations, regarding Air Charter Brokers Aircraft landing distance limitations 125/135 Aviation Rulemaking Committee recommendations Runway Safety and Pilot Deviations Part 125 Letters of Deviation Citizenship Issues - enforcement Timesharing agreements Federal Excise Tax applicability FAA-2006-25709 Congestion Management Rule for LaGuardia Airport - Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking FAA-2008-0517 Congestion Management Rule for JFK and Newark Part 91/Part 135 Letters of Authorization Part 91 FAA legal interpretations - FAR 91.501- reimbursement Part 135 Applicability of Disability Access Regulations FAA Safety Management Systems Part 91 Subpart K FAA/NTSB Appeal Process NTSB Emergency Appeal - 49 USC 44709(e); NTSB Regulations 821.53, 821.55 and 821.57 Future of Aviation Federal Advisory Committee Part 382 - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel

Client expense: $630,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Monitor FAA reauthorization (H.R. 915, H.R. 5900, S. 1451), antitrust immunity, labor issues, and China.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 4853, the Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 H.R.1586, FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act H.R. 5611, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part II H.R. 5900, the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act H.R. 6190, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010, Part III

Client expense: $505,969 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)