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UAFA Board meets to map out strategy

Sep 2, 2024 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

The United Aerial Firefighting Association (UAFA) recently convened its Board of Directors in Denver for a strategic planning session to expand the association’s reach and enhance member value. As the organization enters its second year, the meeting focused on building upon past successes and charting a course for future growth.
Combinatorial actions of IL-22 and IL-17 drive optimal immunity to oral candidiasis through SPRRs

Jul 1, 2024 | journals.plos.org | Martinna Bertolini |Bianca Coleman |Tiffany Taylor |Nicole O. Ponde |PLOS Pathogens

Citation: Aggor FEY, Bertolini M, Coleman BM, Taylor TC, Ponde NO, Gaffen SL (2024) Combinatorial actions of IL-22 and IL-17 drive optimal immunity to oral candidiasis through SPRRs. PLoS Pathog 20(7): e1012302. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.ppat.1012302Editor: Amariliz Rivera, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, UNITED STATESReceived: January 12, 2024; Accepted: May 29, 2024; Published: July 1, 2024Copyright: © 2024 Aggor et al.
Same issues, different year - But UAFA is fighting for change

Jul 1, 2024 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

There’s a saying: “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” Usually, we are forward looking but we decided to look back to check on progress and let you know how UAFA is working to make sure these are not still issues in another ten years. Issue 1: Wildland Firefighter Pay Yes, firefighter pay is still a major concern. The recent Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provided temporary raises, but these revert to inadequate levels in October 2024.
UAFA urges lawmakers to take action after Texas Panhandle fires spread

Mar 11, 2024 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

Across America, communities are facing a relentless wildfire threat. Once-in-a-generation wildfires are becoming an annual occurrence, scorching communities, displacing residents, and leaving behind a trail of devastation. While wildfires are a natural part of the ecosystem, their frequency, intensity, and destructive power are undeniable. The current system for responding to these blazes is simply not keeping pace, leaving communities vulnerable and firefighters facing insurmountable odds.
Hey FAA, Don’t Hide Restricted Category Aircraft Changes in Regulations for Light Sport Aircraft

Mar 1, 2024 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

The FAA’s proposed rule changes outlined in Docket FAA-2023-1377, titled “Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification,” offer promising advancements for streamlining processes for light-sport aircraft (LSA).
UAFA - Annual meeting success

Jan 8, 2024 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

The United Aerial Firefighters Association (UAFA), recently hosted its first annual members meeting in Boise, Idaho, which was a resounding success! With nearly 100 attendees from industry and government, the meeting provided valuable opportunities for networking, learning, and collaboration. The event even drew in non-members, leading to standing-room-only sessions for some presentations.
Lowest price technically acceptable

Nov 7, 2023 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) is a government contracting method in which the award is made to the bidder with the lowest price that meets the government’s technical requirements. LPTA is increasingly being used by civilian agencies, but it is not without its challenges.
UAFA visits the hill

Nov 7, 2023 | avfoil.com | Tiffany Taylor

On September 18 and 19, 2023, over twenty members of the United Aerial Firefighters Association (UAFA) visited Capitol Hill to meet with over thirty congressional offices including many of the representatives themselves, to advocate for our industry and our mission.