The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed the introduction of bipartisan legislation in the U.S. Senate to direct installation of cost-effective air traffic technologies to fill a critical safety gap at many general aviation (GA) airports across the country. Introduced by Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-MT) and Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR), the Air Traffic Situational Awareness […]
Month: March 2026
NBAA Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Ryan McCormack to Key DOT Post
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the Senate’s confirmation of Ryan McCormack as the Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) undersecretary with responsibility for policy. McCormack was confirmed by the Senate on Feb. 26. He has been serving as deputy chief of staff for Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy since January 2025. “This is an important role […]
AOPA Welcomes Bipartisan Bill to Equip Remaining Towers with Surveillance Technology
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) welcomes the introduction of the Air Traffic Situational Awareness Enhancement Act, which would equip the remaining 90+ air traffic control towers without radar or other surveillance technology with a cost-effective tool that enhances safety for pilots and situational awareness for air traffic controllers. The bill, introduced today by […]
Electra Joins Virginia Smart Airspace Program to Establish National Blueprint for Advanced Air Mobility Instrument Flight Rules
Photo – Electra’s Direct Aviation model uses the nine-passenger EL9 Ultra Short aircraft, which can take off and land in as little as 150 feet, to unlock thousands of new Ultra Short access points – including fields, parking lots, and underutilized runways – bringing air travel closer to where people live, work, and play. Credit: […]
Electra Secures Additional Patents Protecting its Advanced Hybrid-Electric Architecture for Ultra Short Takeoff and Landing Aircraft
Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) has been granted a series of U.S. patents that protect core components of its groundbreaking hybrid-electric propulsion and flight control architecture, a system designed to enable Ultra Short takeoff and landing operations while maintaining conventional aircraft performance and safety margins. These patents cover critical elements necessary to deploy electric blown lift practically, […]
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport Remains the Fastest-Growing Major Airport in the United States
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation has announced that Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) remains the fastest-growing major airport in the United States for the second year in a row, according to the latest U.S. Department of Transportation data. The data confirms PVD is the fastest-growing major airport in the United States by […]
North Carolina Proposes Participation in FAA Electric Aviation Pilot Program
The N.C. Department of Transportation Division of Aviation has submitted a proposal to participate in the Federal Aviation Administration’s Electric Aviation Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), an initiative designed to support the safe integration of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), such as air taxis, and advanced air mobility (AAM) technologies into the national airspace. […]
MDOT Announces Award Winners for Outstanding Achievements in Michigan Aviation
At the 2026 Michigan Airport Conference held in East Lansing Feb. 18-19, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced the award winners for achievements in promoting and improving aviation in the state. These awards are presented to airports and consultants who have been nominated by MDOT Office of Aeronautics staff and airport community members. “Congratulations […]
“Art in the Airport” Returns to AVL — Call for Local Artists Now Open
Photo – Asheville Regional Airport’s art gallery space, located in the new North Concourse past the security checkpoint featuring the “Mountain Memories” exhibit (June 25- October 30, 2026). Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has announced the return of its beloved Art in the Airport program, a rotating exhibit that celebrates the vibrant creative spirit of western […]
GSP Recognized as Best Small Airport in North America by Customers in 2025
Thanks to feedback from passengers, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has once again been recognized among the best airports in North America, earning five honors in the Airport Council International Airport Service Quality awards. GSP President/CEO Kevin Howell thanked their travelers for sharing their experiences and their dedicated GSP team members who “go above and beyond” […]
