Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) announced the launch of a new Drone Pilot Training course in partnership with the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI). This cutting-edge 8-week UAS Bootcamp program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in drone operations, safety, regulations, and hands-on flight training—culminating in multiple nationally recognized certifications. Open to beginners and […]
Month: April 2025
Commercial UAV Expo Announces 2025 Advisory Board
Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo have announced the 2025 Advisory Board. Composed of influential leaders across the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) ecosystem, the Advisory Board will help guide the development of conference programming, provide strategic insight, and support the event’s ongoing mission to serve as the premier platform for commercial drone innovation. The 11th edition […]
DEXA Achieves FAA Part 135 Certification and S-1 List Approval
DEXA (Drone Express) has announced two major milestones: official receipt of FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certification and the inclusion of its DE-2020 drone on the Secretary of Transportation’s S-1 List of Approved UAS under Section 44807. Together, these achievements position DEXA among an elite group of companies—alongside Amazon Prime Air, Google Wing, and Zipline—recognized […]
FAA Drone Safety Day Quickly Approaching
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is continuing to invite the drone community to be part of its 2025 Drone Safety Day on Saturday, April 26. The FAA launched the annual campaign in 2019 to bring attention to drone safety and best practices. The drone community is encouraged to take part in this campaign by either […]
TAC and TDOT Aeronautics Division Issue Airport Awards
The Tennessee Aeronautics Commission (TAC) and TDOT Aeronautics Division recognized excellence in airports in the state with the issuance of awards at the Tennessee Aviation Association’s (TAA) 2025 Airports Conference in Murfreesboro, TN, late last month. The awards are given to commend recipients for their hard work, diligence, and devoted efforts in improving airports, airport […]
North Dakota Airports See 20% Passenger Surge Driven by Airline Growth and Spring Travel
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly report detailing airline passenger traffic at the state’s eight commercial service airports. In March 2025, North Dakota’s commercial airports recorded 123,180 passenger boardings — the highest monthly total in state history. This figure surpasses the previous record of 117,380 set in December 2024 and marks […]
Aviation Leaders Mary Miller and Pete Bunce to Receive the 2025 Donald D. Engen Aero Club Trophy for Aviation Excellence
The Board of Governors of the Aero Club of Washington has announced that they will honor two aviation industry luminaries with the 2025 Donald D. Engen Aero Club Trophy for Aviation Excellence: Mary Miller, former Vice President, Industry and Government Affairs, Signature Aviation and Pete Bunce, former President and CEO, General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA). […]
USCTA Urges Policymakers to Enhance Controller Staffing, Upgrade Aging Contract Towers
The U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA) sent a letter to key lawmakers urging them to improve controller staffing at contract towers, upgrade aging towers, and provide controllers with better equipment to enhance aviation safety. The move comes as policymakers are considering proposals to reform the Air Traffic Control (ATC) System. “We commend Congress and the […]
Colorado Air and Space Port Pilot Featured on CBS for Life-Saving Volunteer Work
A heartwarming story out of Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) recently captured the attention of CBS Colorado viewers, showcasing the incredible efforts of a pilot who calls CASP home. The story features Angel Flight Central volunteer pilot, Kosta Constantine, and his wife, Nancy, who have flown nearly 100 free medical missions, many of them […]
ZenaTech’s ZenaDrone Subsidiary Provides Update on Green UAS Certification for IQ Square Drone for Land Survey, Bridge Inspections, and Other US Defense Applications
ZenaTech, Inc. announced its intention to submit an application for the IQ Square drone at the beginning of Q3 2025. The IQ Square is designed for applications including land survey, bridge inspections and other infrastructure inspections for use by US Defense agencies. The ZenaDrone team has completed work to ensure drone software security and communications […]
