Drone Delivery Canada Corp. and Volatus Aerospace Corp. have announced that they have entered into a business combination agreement to combine the companies in a merger of equals transaction, with the combined company to continue under the name “Volatus Aerospace Corp.” Under the Merger, which the boards of directors of both companies have approved, the […]
Month: May 2024
Deutsche Aircraft Partners with Toulouse-Based Airplane Painter
Photo above – From left are, Peter Spyrka (Vice President of Programs at Deutsche Aircraft) and Charly Arslan (Vice President, and Founder of Airplane Painter) in Toulous. Deutsche Aircraft has announced a strategic partnership with Airplane Painter, a painting and sealing service provider based in Toulouse, France. Airplane Painter will serve as the supplier for […]
SIU Aviation’s Lorelei and José Ruiz Have Legacy of Students Soaring to New Heights
Student success has always been the focus for Southern Illinois University Carbondale Aviation’s Lorelei and José Ruiz. Each worked more than 30 years for the nationally recognized program, and they account for hundreds of aviation professionals in varying careers within the industry. “Looking back, I have been so blessed in the opportunities that were presented […]
Blade Air Mobility Partners with Ocean Casino Resort to Offer Direct Flights from Manhattan to Atlantic City
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. announced its partnership with Ocean Casino Resort (“Ocean”) to fly Ocean’s guests by helicopter directly between Manhattan and Ocean’s dedicated rooftop helipad in Atlantic City all summer long. Guests can book seats for $695 each way, beginning on Saturday, May 25, and every Saturday and Sunday in July and August through […]
RDU’s New International Flights Set to Arrive
Ready to travel the globe? Three new international flights are on deck at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Here’s a primer on when they start, where they fly and everything else you need to know. ğ Lufthansa to Frankfurt, Germany (FRA) RDU’s newest European nonstop flight will take you to the continental gateway of Frankfurt beginning […]
DOAV Announces College Scholarship Award Winners
The next generation of aviation professionals will soon be heading off to college – and the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) and the Virginia Airport Operators Council (VAOC) are helping some of them get there. This week, three high school seniors were awarded scholarships based on their accomplishments, backgrounds and, most importantly, their aviation ambitions. […]
Heart Aerospace Opens US R&D Hub, Enters New Development Phase for Hybrid-Electric Airplane
Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker, Heart Aerospace, announced a significant milestone with the opening of a new Research and Development hub in the United States. This strategic move comes as the company prepares to enter a new phase of hardware testing in the development of its first regional hybrid-electric airplane, the ES-30. The Los Angeles-based R&D […]
Heart Aerospace Appoints Benjamin Stabler as Chief Technology Officer
Heart Aerospace, hybrid-electric airplane maker, has announced the appointment of Benjamin Stabler as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately. The appointment comes as Heart Aerospace, based in Sweden, enters a new phase of hardware testing in advance of the company demonstrating fully electric flight during next year. Stabler brings a wealth of experience and […]
NAAA Board Establishes Uncrewed Aerial Application System Committee to Reach All Mediums of Aerial Application
The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) Board of Directors recently voted to establish an Uncrewed Aerial Application System (UAAS) Committee to advise the Association on uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) – or drone – issues. The decision to establish the committee is to ensure the low-altitude airspace is safe for crewed and uncrewed aircraft as the […]
North Dakota Airline Boardings for April up 8%
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) reports that the commercial airline boarding numbers for April 2024 reached 94,112 passengers, which represents a growth of 6,889 boardings or an 8% increase from April of 2023. Seven of the eight of the commercial service airports also had higher passenger numbers than during this same period last year. […]
