Claudia Culmone

A Marketing and Communications Manager for NATA Compliance Services, Claudia brings with her a wealth of writing knowledge and experience. She worked as a legal and business investigative journalist for over 10 years, interviewing business owners, state legislators, judges and attorneys. Claudia also spent five years as an online content writer and account manager. In this capacity, she composed blogs, press releases, professional biographies and web pages for a wide range of industries, including legal. Claudia worked directly with clients to understand what their needs were, project future concerns and help them achieve their goals. Outside the office, Claudia has a second career as a fictional author. She is also an avid photographer, history junkie, weekend traveler, and a collector of music and international fairytales. Claudia holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Utah.

The FAA Pilot Records Database: Common Questions

The FAA’s Pilot Records Database (PRD) went into full effect on September 9, 2024, with the sunset of the Pilot Records Improvement Act (PRIA). To prepare operators for this momentous change, NATA CS communicated with clients in a variety of ways,...

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PRD Transition: Requesting a Drug & Alcohol History Check

Under the Pilot Records Information Act (PRIA), air carriers were required to send a 5-Year Drug & Alcohol History Check to other air carriers who...

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PRIA to PRD: Navigating the Transition in Pilot Records Access

Understanding the transition As we approach the end of the Pilot Records Improvement Act (PRIA) on September 9, 2024, it's crucial to understand that...

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Twelve-Five Standard Security Program Training Information

Aircraft operators with a TSA Twelve-Five Standard Security Program are required to provide certain training to their security-sensitive employees....

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DASSP FBO Training

A Fixed Base Operator (FBO) must comply with the DCA Fixed Base Operator Security Program in order to serve as a last point of departure for general...

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DCA Access Standard Security Program (DASSP) Training

An aircraft operator must comply with the measures of the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Access Standard Security Program (DASSP) to...

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Private Charter Standard Security Program (PCSSP) Information

The Private Charter Standard Security Program (PCSSP) is similar to the TFSSP, but adds additional requirements for aircraft operators using aircraft...

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DCA Access Standard Security Program (DASSP) Information

On Oct. 18, 2005, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) officially reopened to general aviation traffic. Flights are permitted to/from DCA...

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Maryland Three Program (MD-3) Information

The Maryland Three Program (MD-3) allows properly vetted private pilots to fly to, from or between the three general aviation airports closest to the...

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U.S. Supports Venezuelan Passport Extension

Originally published December 23, 2019 - updated April 10, 2023

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