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ATA

  • Abbreviation for American Trucking Association:
  • A national federation representing the trucking industry, including various carrier conferences and state trucking associations.
  • Purpose:
    • Advocates for policies favorable to the trucking industry.
    • Provides resources and support for trucking companies.
  • Includes:
    • Regular Common Carrier Conference: Focuses on the interests of common carriers.
    • National Tank Truck Carriers Conference: Represents tank truck carriers.
  • Abbreviation for Air Transport Association:
  • Now known as Airlines for America (A4A).
  • Purpose:
    • Represents major U.S. airlines.
    • Advocates for the airline industry’s interests.
    • Promotes safety, security, and operational standards.
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