Company Profile
Company Overview
The fundamental purpose of Airlines for America (A4A) is to foster a business and regulatory environment that ensures safe and secure air transportation and enables U.S. airlines to flourish, stimulating economic growth locally, nationally and internationally. By working with its members in the technical, legal and political arenas, A4A leads industry efforts to fashion crucial aviation policy and supports measures that enhance aviation safety, security and well-being. During its history, A4A has seen the airline industry grow from the small, pioneering companies of the 1930s into indispensable facilitators of the global economy. A4A and its members continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of air transportation.
A4A is recognized by Congress, state governments, the Department of Transportation, the Federal Aviation Administration, the Department of Homeland Security, the Transportation Security Administration, the press and the public for its professional and accomplished representation of the industry. As A4A members chart their futures in an ever-changing market, A4A provides valuable expertise, guidance and assistance.
By working with members in the technical, legal and political arenas, A4A continues to lead industry efforts to fashion crucial policy and supports measures that enhance aviation safety, security and the vitality of our aviation system. A4A employs experts representing a wide range of industry disciplines, and provides an array of services to its members, including committees designed to deal with issues related to fuel, airports, engineering and maintenance, the environment, training, security, ground safety, medical issues and international affairs, among others. A4A airline members and their affiliates transport more than 90 percent of all passengers and cargo in the United States.
Company History
Airlines for America (A4A), formerly known as Air Transport Association of America, Inc. (ATA), was the first and remains the only trade organization of the principal U.S. airlines. In the 75-plus year history of the association, A4A has supported America’s airlines as they evolved. Today, A4A members and their affiliates transport more than 90 percent of all U.S. airline passenger and cargo traffic.
Benefits
401(k) plan. Airline travel privileges. Tuition reimbursement plan. Dental, vision and life insurance provided at no cost to employees.