OPENER has announced the appointment of Ben Diachun as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). OPENER is producing BlackFly, the world’s first fixed-wing, all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) personal ultralight aircraft. Founder and former CEO, Marcus Leng, will oversee next-generation manufacturing and international operations as Chairman of the Board. “During this transformative time, there […]
Month: January 2020
Aviation Industry Reflects on the Loss of Walter Boyne
The aviation industry learned of the passing of Walter Boyne last week. As a skilled pilot, impactful leader and prolific writer, he was truly, one of the greats. Many in the industry reflected on his numerous contributions to aviation and aerospace, including the heads of the National Aviation Hall of Fame and the National Aeronautic […]
Aviation Week Network Announces its “Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders: The 20 Twenties,” Award Winners
Aviation Week Network, in collaboration with the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), has announced the winners of its awards program, “Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders: The 20 Twenties.” The awards recognize students earning STEM degrees who are nominated by their universities on the basis of their academic performance, civic contribution and research or design project. […]
GAMA Welcomes Andre Castro as Director of Communications
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has announced the addition of Andre Castro to serve as the association’s Director of Communications. Andre brings over a decade of experience in strategic communications, media relations and federal policy to GAMA. Since 2012, he has worked in the U.S. House of Representatives as the Communications Director for Congressman […]
Texas Turbine Awarded STC for Hartzell 5-Blade Props on CASA 212
Airplane modifier Texas Turbine Conversions has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the FAA for Hartzell Propeller’s high performance five-blade structural composite swept propellers for CASA 212 short takeoff and landing utility aircraft. “The modern five-blade props replace original equipment Hartzell four-blade aluminum propellers, providing weight savings and more efficient aerodynamics resulting in quieter […]
Spirit Breaks Ground on $250 Million Headquarters Near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Spirit Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: SAVE), America’s fastest-growing airline, today held a groundbreaking ceremony with Spirit Team Members, local and state officials, and business leaders to celebrate the construction of its new corporate headquarters in Dania Beach, Fla. Spirit is investing up to $250 million for the creation of a corporate campus of up to 500,000 […]
Boom Supersonic Adds Former Lockheed Martin CTO Ray O. Johnson and Former Airbnb HR Chief Mark Levy to Advisory Board
Boom Supersonic has announced the addition of two seasoned executives to its Advisory Board. Dr. Ray O. Johnson, the former SVP and CTO of Lockheed Martin, and Mark Levy, the former CHRO of Airbnb and Allbirds. “As we continue to make progress towards fulfilling our mission, Boom’s need for world-class expertise in aviation technology and […]
North Carolina Hosts First Autonomous Air Taxi Demo in North America
More than 100 spectators, including Governor Roy Cooper, Transportation Secretary Jim Trogdon, and Bobby Walston, Aviation Director, gathered in Raleigh on Tuesday to witness North America’s first demonstration of an autonomous air taxi. “Flight started in North Carolina over 100 years ago,” said Trogdon, whose agency hosted Tuesday’s demonstration. “So, it is appropriate the demonstration […]
Dan Harmon Appointed as Texas Aviation Division Director
The Texas Department of Transportation has announced the appointment of Daniel “Dan” Harmon as the new Aviation Division Director, effective December 2, 2019. Harmon has been with the department since August 2013, during which time he has served as Maritime Division (MRD) Director. In his new role, he will oversee planning and funding for the […]
Joyce Carter Elected Chair of Canadian Airports Council
The Canadian Airports Council (CAC) announced recently that Joyce Carter, President and CEO of Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA), has been elected as its new Chair, the first woman to assume the role in CAC’s history. Ms. Carter, who has served as CAC’s Vice Chair since 2018, succeeds Sam Samaddar, Airport Director of the Kelowna […]
