The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has announced the addition of six companies to its membership: Lee Aerospace, Schweizer, Aerion Corporation, Lilium GmbH, Daedalean and Unither Bioelectronics. “We’re excited to add another group of great companies to our expanding, worldwide membership,” said GAMA President and CEO Pete Bunce. “These six companies cover a broad swath […]
Month: March 2019
State Approves Funding for Hale County Airport
The Texas Transportation Commission approved approximately $500,000 for the Hale County Airport during their regular scheduled February meeting. The funds will be used as reimbursement for the acquisition of a hangar. The project is being funded through the city of Plainview, Hale County and the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Aviation Facilities Grant Program, which […]
BRS Aerospace Whole Aircraft Parachute Rescue System Records 400 Saved Lives
BRS Aerospace has documented the 400th and 401st life saved as a result of deploying the company’s whole aircraft parachute rescue system, a notable milestone in aviation safety. The whole aircraft parachute rescue system provides peace of mind to thousands of pilots, passengers and their families. “This milestone and all of the lives saved is […]
SITAONAIR Expands Brazil’s Crucial ATS Datalink Services as Air Traffic Grows
SITAONAIR has successfully expanded the operational capacity of air traffic service (ATS) datalink across Brazil’s airports, in a crucial step towards modernizing air traffic control operations in the country as air traffic continues to rise. The development of the service follows SITAONAIR’s instrumental work with Brazil’s Department of Airspace Control (DECEA), as part of the […]
Washington Dulles Recognizes Women in Airport Operations
In honor of Women in Aviation Worldwide Week, Dulles International Airport in Washington D.C. introduced two women who are changing the face of operations at Washington Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C. Kristen Long, C.M., A.C.E., airport operations duty manager, and Janene Shaw, acting deputy of airport operations duty manager, both developed a passion for […]
Sawyer International Airport Receives Michigan Air Carrier Airport of the Year Award
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics has recognized the Sawyer International Airport located in Marquette, Michigan as the recipient of the Airport of the Year Award Air Carrier Airport Category. This is an annual award to recognize outstanding service to Michigan Aviation. The award is presented in recognition of sustained excellence in […]
MDOT Recognizes South Haven Area Regional Airport with Award
Pictured above are, from left, Jon Woodhams, South Haven Airport Authority, David Johnson, Airport Manager, Ron Wright, South Haven Airport Authority and Ross Woodhams, South Haven Airport Authority. Photo by Kenn Potts. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics has recognized the South Haven Area Regional Airport as the recipient of the Airport of […]
Boeing Partners with Embry-Riddle to Offer Scholarships for Future Pilots and Aviation Maintenance Technicians
Boeing has announced plans to establish a $3 million permanent endowment for scholarships at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to assist students interested in pursuing a pilot’s license and certificates in aviation maintenance. The Boeing scholarships at Embry-Riddle will seek to increase the number of underrepresented populations in the pilot workforce, particularly women and persons of color […]
Community Involvement Important for Passero Associates Staff
The professionals at Passero Associates have had a long-standing passion for getting involved in and supporting the communities where they live and work. Staff members are involved in numerous community organizations and are currently serving on several Boards of Directors for professional organizations, local institutions and non-profit agencies. Vice President and Civil Engineering Department Manager […]
City of Fernandina Beach Reselects Passero Associates as Airport Consultant
After a competitive selection process, the City of Fernandina Beach has reselected Passero Associates LLC (Passero) to provide professional general engineering consulting services for Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport for the next 5+ years. All five commissioners of the City voted in favor of the contract award to Passero Associates LLC. Passero has served the City […]
