(a) Findings.--It is hereby determined and declared as a matter of legislative findings that:
(1) The welfare and vitality of this Commonwealth, the satisfactory movement of people and goods within this Commonwealth and the economic health of Commonwealth industries must be preserved and enhanced.
(2) Federal and State assistance for the preservation, rehabilitation and improvement of efficient and coordinated aviation transportation services, systems and facilities is essential.
(3) The aviation transportation issues within this Commonwealth necessitate that a continuous aviation systems planning process be implemented concerning this Commonwealth's aviation transportation services, systems and facilities and concerning their preservation and improvement.
(4) Cooperative efforts between the aviation industry and State government can be useful in addressing issues of common concern.
(b) Policy declaration.--The purpose of this chapter is to further the public interest and aeronautical progress by providing for the protection, promotion and development of aeronautics within this Commonwealth.