The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has announced that United States Air Force Captain Samantha Harvey and Major Tyler Schultz, the aircrew of Boar 51 flight, have been named the recipients of the 2017 Mackay Trophy. The Mackay Trophy was first presented by Clarence Mackay in 1912 and was later deeded to the National Aeronautic Association. […]
Month: August 2018
California Pacific Airlines Announces Its Inaugural Schedule and Fares
California Pacific Airlines (CPA) recently announced the details of its inaugural west coast service that will commence November 1, 2018. Flying from its base at the McClellan – Palomar Airport in Carlsbad, California, CPA will initially offer service to the communities of San Jose, CA; and Reno-Lake Tahoe, NV. On November 15th CPA will add […]
NCDOT Releases 2018 “State of Aviation” Report
North Carolina has been at the forefront of aviation technology since the Wright Brothers’ first flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903. Today, the state is home to many of the biggest names in the aerospace and aviation industry. They choose North Carolina because of its connectivity, skilled workforce and business-friendly environment. The N.C. Department of […]
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $616.9 Million in Infrastructure Grants to Airports in 45 States and 4 U.S. Territories
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $616.9 million in airport infrastructure grants, as part of the total $3.18 billion in Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding for airports across the United States. “The Department has been investing heavily in our nation’s airport infrastructure, which will […]
United Rotorcraft receives contract for Ventura County FIREHAWKS®
United Rotorcraft announced the receipt of a contract with Ventura County Fire Department (VCFD) to convert two surplus U.S. Army aircraft into FIREHAWK® helicopters. VCFD purchased two U.S. Army HH-60L aircraft, originally configured as dedicated MEDEVAC helicopters. These aircraft were outfitted with the United Rotorcraft medical equipment and patient litter systems, some of which will […]
Flight Training Industry Leader Named to CAP Board of Governors
Martha King, co-chair and co-owner of a major E-learning-focused aviation school, has been appointed to Civil Air Patrol’s Board of Governors. King succeeds retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Teresa Marné Peterson, whose second three-year on the Board of Governors expires in November. “The Civil Air Patrol has a long and storied history, and represents […]
Silver Air Adds Super-Midsize Hawker 4000 to Dallas-Based Fleet
Silver Air has added a Hawker 4000 to its charter fleet. Extending Silver Air’s Dallas-based fleet, the super-midsize jet is managed through Silver Air’s PURE Jet Management program and is now available for immediate charter. The Hawker 4000 features an 8-passenger interior with a 3,280 nm range for cross-country travel. Ideal for national business travel, […]
Nebraska Aeronautics Recognized by NBAA for Decades of Accident-Free Operations
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) recently announced its 2018 Flying Safety Award recipients for the period ending Dec. 31, 2017. Among those members recognized was the State of Nebraska, Division of Aeronautics, recognized for 50 years of safe flying. These awards serve as a testament to the high degree of professionalism and outstanding safety […]
American Airlines Announces Service Between PHX Sky Harbor and London Heathrow
American Airlines has announced that it will offer its first-ever overseas intercontinental flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with service to London Heathrow Airport. The daily nonstop service between Phoenix and London will begin March 31, 2019 and continue through Oct. 26, 2019. The new route will be served by a Boeing 777-200ER and […]
Ohio High School Teacher Selected as 2018 A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Educator of the Year
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) announced that Heidi L. Edwards, Oakwood H.S. Science Department Chair, Executive Curriculum Director for Air Camp, Dayton STEM Fellow, and SOFIA Ambassador for NASA, has been selected as the 2018 A. Scott Crossfield Educator of the Year. Edwards will receive the honor, including a $1,500 cash award, during […]
