Steve Blazek was recently appointed by Governor Burgum to serve on the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission for a 5-year appointment that became effective on July 1st, 2022. Steve is a Senior Vice President of Business Banking at First International Bank & Trust in Fargo. He has more than 38 years of experience in the banking […]
Month: July 2022
Contemporary Women in Aviation – Stephanie Ward, AICP
A Series by Penny Rafferty Hamilton, Ph.D. How did you first get inspired to work in the aviation industry? Growing up in the age of NASA and the astronauts, Stephanie thought one day she would be in orbit. “In high school, I aspired to be an astronaut. I was told I’d have a greater chance […]
Baldwin Safety & Compliance Welcomes First Graduating Class RedTail Flight Academy Intern
Baldwin Safety & Compliance announced it has initiated an internship program and welcomes Anthony Gilbert, a recent graduate of the RedTail Flight Academy, to the six-week placement. Donald Baldwin, President, Baldwin Safety & Compliance said, “I have always believed that internships are an excellent opportunity to introduce students to our industry and provide a foundation […]
American Airlines Announces Pilot Cadet Scholarship in Honor of Elise Eberwein
American Airlines announced today the creation of the Elise Eberwein American Airlines Pilot Scholarship, a $1 million commitment over the next 10 years to further the airline’s extensive efforts to increase and diversify the pilot ranks. The scholarship launches later this year and honors Eberwein, American’s Executive Vice President of People and Global Engagement, who […]
Aero Club Foundation of Washington Announces Scholarship Winners of 2022
The Aero Club Foundation of Washington has selected five scholarship recipients for 2022: Zoe Denito of Rockville, MD; Patrick Gilbert of Fairfax, VA; Diedonne Kazzembe of Washington, DC; Keiri Sanchez of Washington, DC; and Shae Stonemeier of Wheaton, MD. The Aero Club Foundation is proud to support each recipient as they pursue their next step […]
NASAO President & CEO Testifies Before the House on the Need for Increased Investments for General Aviation Airports
Greg Pecoraro, President & CEO of the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Aviation Subcommittee last week on how to help sustain existing general aviation airports and prepare for emerging technologies. During his opening statement, Pecoraro said “NASAO is grateful for all Congress has recently done to […]
ACT and Society of American Military Engineers Inspire Students at Camp Lejeune
In June, the team from Aviation Careers Technology, LLC (ACT) led students at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC through a competition using NEXTGEN technology as well as giving them the opportunity to learn about ADS-B and the future of aviation. Students came from as far away as Ireland to immerse their passion for STEM while […]
Hyundai Motor Group’s Supernal Unveils eVTOL Vehicle Cabin Concept at 2022 Farnborough International Airshow
Supernal has revealed its initial eVTOL vehicle cabin concept at Farnborough International Airshow, providing the first look at how Hyundai Motor Group is integrating automotive capabilities to develop the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) market. Supernal Cabin Concept Supernal partnered with the Group’s design studios to create the cabin concept as the Company works to certify […]
Lilium Partners with Bristow on Electric Air Mobility
Bristow Group Inc., and Lilium N.V.), developer of the world’s first electric vertical-takeoff and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, announced a strategic partnership where Bristow will have the option to purchase 50 Lilium Jets in addition to providing maintenance services for the Lilium Jet’s launch network in Florida, and other future U.S and European markets. The non-binding […]
Unique Flight Demos to Highlight Air Shows Throughout Week at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022
Military demonstration teams, jetliners, and unique aircraft of all types will be part of the weeklong aerial display lineup at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 25-31. The 69th edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s fly-in convention will be held at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “This year at Oshkosh is unique with the number of […]
