Travelers who choose their local airport, Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN), will soon have six daily American Airlines flight options connecting them through Charlotte to destinations of their choice all around the world. The new schedule, which starts in July, represents an increase in total summer seat availability over American Airlines’ schedule in 2019. “As […]
Month: June 2023
SMF Receives FAA Funding for Relocation of Air Traffic Control Tower
The Sacramento County Department of Airports has announced the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will provide funding for the Sacramento International Airport’s (SMF) control tower replacement project. The tower’s replacement will be funded through the FAA’s $5 billion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funds also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act […]
West Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame, Located at NCWV Airport, Announces Honorees for Class of 2023
The West Virginia Airport Managers Association has announced the selection of two new inductees into the West Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame. Thomas R. Cochran, Director of Raleigh County Memorial Airport in Beckley, WV, and Perry E. Dillon formerly of Elkins, WV, were selected to join this esteemed group after careful review and consideration. Thomas […]
Women in Aviation International Launches Innovative Mentor Connect Program
Women in Aviation International (WAI) has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Mentor Connect program exclusively for the use of the WAI membership. Designed to connect aspiring WAI members with seasoned aviation professionals, Mentor Connect aims to foster meaningful mentorship relationships that will empower and support women in achieving their aviation career goals across all […]
Burlington Senior Squadron Wing of Civil Air Patrol Announces Promotion
Thomas “Tom” Henderson has been promoted to 2nd Lieutenant, according to a statement by 1st Lt Lucien Thresher, Commander of the Burlington Senior Squadron (VT-002) here. 2nd Lt Henderson presently serves as Communications Officer, Safety Officer, and Assistant Finance Officer for the Burlington Senior Squadron. “Tom is a valued officer, an enthusiastic aircrew member committed […]
GAMA Announces 2023 Aviation Design Challenge Winners
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced that the team from McIntosh High School in Peachtree City, Georgia, is the winner of the 2023 GAMA Aviation Design Challenge. The team from Gonzaga College High School in Washington D.C. was awarded second place. “GAMA continues to be inspired by the effort and creativity we see put […]
Textron Aviation Unveils New Hiring and Learning Center for Workforce Development
Textron Aviation has announced the next phase in its ongoing commitment to workforce development and growing its world-class talent: a state-of-the-art Hiring and Learning Center. Intentionally designed for the diverse skill development and training needs of its current and future workforce, the more than 100,000-square-foot facility will be located on Textron Aviation’s East Wichita Campus […]
$20 Million Awarded for Airport Infrastructure Grants
On June 15th, the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission finalized and approved approximately $20 million in state infrastructure grant allocations to multiple public airports throughout North Dakota. $14 million is being provided to assist with maintenance and improvements at the commercial service airports and $6 million is provided for general aviation airport projects. The awards are […]
Finally: Clearer FAA Guidance on State and Local Airspace Restrictions
by BRENT SKORUP I stumbled across a surprising drone policy update in the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (Manual) last week. The Manual contains official guidance and best practices to US airspace users. (My friend Marc Scribner reminds me that the Manual is not formally regulatory, though it often restates or summarizes regulations.) The manual has […]
$4.2 Million + in Federal Funding Announced to Improve Virginia Airports
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine announced $4,285,652 in federal funding to make infrastructure improvements at airports across Virginia. The funding was awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) FY 2023 Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which funds airport infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, airport signage, airport lighting, and airport markings. “Our local […]
