IMPORTANT NEWS!

"NEW LEADERSHIP FOR LAMA"

Larry Burke, Founder and President of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association (LAMA), with the approval of the LAMA Board of Directors, has appointed two Board Directors, Dan Johnson as Board Chairman and Tom Gunnarson as President of LAMA.

Larry has devoted much of his time in the founding and growth of LAMA over almost a quarter century. His letter to the LAMA membership follows:

"I have worked for over 22 years for the success of LAMA in supporting and meeting the needs of our light aircraft community. The time has come to back away a little bit from this activity, and let others with more energy and opportunity to take LAMA to a new level of supporting and serving the needs of the light sport community. Therefore, endorsed by the LAMA Board, I have appointed Dan Johnson Chairman of the LAMA Board of Directors, and Tom Gunnarson President of LAMA."

Please contact either Dan or Tom with your inquiries.
Dan's cell is: 651-592-7565.
Tom's cell is: 301-471-1923

Dan will provide overall guidance to the affairs of LAMA and the key interface with our Expos, and USA and Overseas Associations, and Tom G. will be accountable for the day/day activities, the budget, and representation in Washington and supporting Dan in Expos and overseas.

"I will assume the title and advisory duties of  'Founder and Chairman Emeritus', to allow me to take care of other matters, but from time-to-time be available for LAMA affairs at the request our members and the LAMA Board. I will continue to consult to the light sport community. I plan to continue as Secretary of the F37 ASTM Light Sport Aircraft Committee and to be present at Sun/Fun and AirVenture.

I ask you and your company or association or government entity to give both Dan and Tom the same trust and support that you have given myself. My best regards to you and your Company's success in light sport aviation."

Larry Burke,
President Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association (LAMA)