AOPA photo above – David Tullis in a Piper Tri-Pacer. When the Beechcraft Model 17 Staggerwing took off from Frederick Municipal Airport on Saturday—after 16 months of planning, intense coordination with 11 government agencies, focused pilot preparation, and closely watching the weather radar—a wave of excitement, pride, and relief washed over the general aviation community. […]
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InfraSolutions Launches AVIAS Technology Platform, Adds One-Stop Solution for Aviation Industry
InfraSolutions, a division of McFarland Johnson, announced the launch of AVIAS™, a new comprehensive airport management platform. AVIAS is an innovative technology platform that revolutionizes airport infrastructure management and planning with a suite of six specialized applications, each designed to streamline operations, enhance strategic planning, and help to ensure regulatory compliance. From dynamic analysis and […]
State Aviation Officials Applaud Senate Passage of FAA Reauthorization Bill
Last week, the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) President and CEO, Greg Pecoraro, issued the following statement regarding U.S. Senate passage of the bipartisan, bicameral Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization bill: “NASAO applauds the U.S. Senate for passing this bipartisan, bicameral FAA Reauthorization bill. This comprehensive bill ensures that we continue to make […]
NBAA Applauds Senate Passage of Long-Term FAA Reauthorization Bill
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) applauds the U.S. Senate for the passage of a bipartisan, bicameral long- term reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA,) by a margin of 88-4. Committee leaders in the House and Senate negotiated the compromise package passed by the Senate, which included Sens. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Ted Cruz […]
Governors, Mayors, Legislators Across U.S. Declare May 2024 a Month for General Aviation
Dozens of elected officials across the U.S. have issued formal declarations celebrating general aviation in honor of the National Celebration of General Aviation D.C. Flyover—which coincides with AOPA’s eighty-fifth anniversary. AOPA was founded in 1939 with the mission of protecting the freedom to fly. That same year, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed National Aviation Day […]
NBAA Honors the Legacy of Legendary Round-the-World Aviator Dick Rutan
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) marked the passing of acclaimed pilot and aviation pioneer Dick Rutan. “We join with our global aviation community in mourning the loss of a true aviation trailblazer,” said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. “Dick Rutan was a legend who will be profoundly missed.” In December 1986, Rutan and […]
Baldwin Safety & Compliance Announces New Leadership Team
Baldwin Safety & Compliance has announced the appointment of a new leadership team following the retirement of founders Don and Nancy Baldwin at the end of May 2024. Dr. Jason Starke, who brings with him a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to advancing safety in the industry, will be filling the role of […]
AAAE Elects Leaders for 2024-2025 at 96th Annual Conference & Exposition in Nashville
Photo above – The 2024-2025 AAAE Executive Committee (from left to right): Second Vice Chair Marshall Stevens, A.A.E.; First Past Chair Perry Miller, Ph.D., A.A.E., IAP; Chair Rick Crider, A.A.E.; First Vice Chair Rebecca Hupp, A.A.E.; Second Past Chair Mark Gale, A.A.E.; Secretary/Treasurer Patrick Wilson, A.A.E., ACE. Rick Crider, A.A.E., Executive Vice President, Port San […]
State Aviation Officials Commend Bipartisan Agreement on FAA Reauthorization
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) commends the bipartisan, bicameral compromise FAA reauthorization bill, which the leadership of the House Transportation and Infrastructure and Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committees released yesterday. This bill would authorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and associated programs through fiscal year 2028. “State aviation officials are pleased […]
Shaan Bhanji Joins the Air Charter Safety Foundation Board of Governors
The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) has announced the addition of Shaan Bhanji to its Board of Governors. Bhanji, founder of the revolutionary platform FlyEasy, which was recently acquired by Tuvoli, brings a dynamic blend of technology development expertise, marketing acumen, and deep-rooted industry relationships to the ACSF. Bhanji’s appointment comes at a pivotal time […]
