The Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) approved a state grant on March 27 that will go toward the purchase of firefighting foam testing tools to prevent per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminating the ground at 18 primary airports. At a total cost $400,000 for 18 units, the new “cart” would allow aircraft rescue firefighting (ARFF) […]
Month: March 2019
FAA Rule Would Streamline Commercial Space Launch and Reentry Requirements
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has posted a proposed rule that would streamline federal commercial space transportation requirements for future launch, reentry, and launch-site providers, and maintain safety during launches and reentries. The proposed rule follows the National Space Council’s 2018 ‘Space Policy Directive 2’, which called on the Secretary of Transportation to review and […]
New Control Tower Dedicated at Stinson Municipal Airport in San Antonio
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new air traffic control tower at Stinson Municipal Airport in San Antonio was held on March 22nd. The dedication was attended by city and state officials. The new tower’s distinctive design pays homage to over 100 years of aviation history at the airport and highlights San Antonio’s aviation legacy. “Friday’s […]
Washington State Passport Program for Pilots Begins April 1st
Pilots are being encouraged to visit public-use airports in the state of Washington, earn rewards, and build memories. The Fly Washington Passport Program, set to begin on April 1st, is a partnership between Auburn Municipal Airport, City of Auburn, WSDOT Aviation, Washington Pilots Association (WPA), Washington Airport Management Association (WAMA) and the Aircraft Owners and […]
State of Idaho Purchases Quest Kodiak to Augment Current Fleet
The State of Idaho recently purchased a new Quest Kodiak 100 as an addition to the current fleet of a King Air and Cessna 206. The Kodiak is a single engine, nine-passenger utilitarian turboprop aircraft that was initially developed 14 years ago to serve humanitarian missions throughout the world. “The State of Idaho Division of […]
Multi-Million Dollar Wayman Aviation Academy Opens in South Florida to Confront Pilot Shortage
A new multi-million-dollar Aviation Education Center has opened at Hollywood North Perry Airport. Wayman Aviation Academy is the largest and longest-running flight school in South Florida, serving students from over 70 countries and doing so for over 32 years. The school opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art expansion facility on Friday, March 22. North […]
Hartzell Names JJ Frigge Executive Vice President and General Manager
Hartzell Propeller has named JJ Frigge as Executive Vice President and General Manager. In his expanded role, he will be the company’s business leader with a focus on long-term strategy. “JJ earned this promotion by combining strong personal talents and values with hard work, great judgement, and a deep commitment to our department teams,” said […]
Seymour Johnson AFB to Stage ‘Wings Over Wayne’ in Goldsboro, North Carolina
Located in Goldsboro, the seat of Wayne County, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base will stage and choreograph the Wings Over Wayne Air Show on Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28. Headlining the exhibition from Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, is the premier Air Force jet demonstration team, the Thunderbirds. The gates open each day at […]
PHL Saw More Passengers, Operations in 2018; Moved More Cargo
In 2018, 31,691,956 passengers passed through Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), a 7.1% increase from the previous year and the highest since 2008 when PHL recorded 31.8 million passengers. It was also the first uptick in passenger numbers since 2015 and the highest percentage increase since the 10.5% posted in 2005. The all-time high for passenger […]
FAA, NBAA Issue Joint Reminder on ADS-B Equipage Mandate
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen joined with Dan Elwell, acting administrator of the FAA, to issue a reminder to the business aviation community to install Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast Out (ADS-B) equipment on their aircraft before the FAA’s Jan. 1, 2020, deadline. “Without ADS-B, your operation will not be able to […]
