Washington, DC — May 30, 2025 — The Alliance for Aviation Across America is proud to announce the appointment of Devin Osting as executive director, following his service as interim executive director since the passing of long-time leader Selena Shilad. The Alliance also welcomes three new members to its board of directors: Michael Inman, mayor of Macomb, Illinois; Lindsey Daugherty, a state senator in Colorado and the communications director of Bye Aerospace; and Bryan Budds, aeronautics director at the Michigan Department of Transportation.
“Devin has shown steady, thoughtful leadership during a time of transition, and he brings a strong commitment to the mission of the Alliance,” said Ed Bolen, president and CEO of the National Business Aviation Association, and president of the Alliance for Aviation Across America Board of Directors. “We’re excited for the future of the organization under his leadership and thrilled to welcome these new board members, each of whom bring valuable perspective and represent key constituencies of the Alliance.”
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as executive director of the Alliance for Aviation Across America and to advocate for the broad community of stakeholders who value general aviation and local airports,” said Devin Osting. “This organization plays a vital role in representing the voices of local airports, rural communities and small businesses, and I’m committed to continuing that work with focus and purpose. We’re also honored to welcome our new board members, who bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to advancing access, innovation, and economic development through general aviation.”
Osting has played a critical role in championing general aviation for more than 14 years with the Alliance for Aviation Across America.
About the Alliance for Aviation Across America:
Formed in 2007, the Alliance is a non-profit coalition of over 7,000 individuals, businesses, agricultural groups, FBOs, airports, elected officials, charitable organizations, and leading business and aviation groups that support the interests of the general aviation community across various public policy issues.
Contact: Connor Hagen
connor@aviationacrossamerica.org
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