Piper PA-32 6X / 6XT — Training Manual

The 2010 GAMA Statistical Databook & Industry Outlook provides a comprehensive overview of the general aviation industry, focusing on statistics related to aircraft shipments, flight activity, and safety data. It serves as a resource for industry stakeholders, including manufacturers, operators, and policymakers, to understand market trends and operational statistics. The document highlights the economic impact of general aviation, detailing contributions to employment and the economy, as well as insights into the future outlook for the industry. It emphasizes the importance of general aviation in pilot training and its role in the broader aviation ecosystem.

• General aviation contributes over $150 billion to the U.S. economy annually.
• There are over 320,000 general aviation airplanes worldwide, with nearly 228,000 based in the U.S.
• General aviation aircraft fly almost 24 million hours and carry 166 million passengers annually in the U.S.
• The active general aviation fleet includes a diverse range of aircraft types, from training planes to business jets.
• Safety data indicates trends in accident rates, emphasizing the need for ongoing safety improvements.