The Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV) and Lane Community College (LCC) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the use of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced sensors for wildfire mitigation research and workforce development. The partnership establishes a cooperative framework to explore drone-based technologies, including Beyond Visual Line of Sight […]
Author: Kim Stevens
JETMS Embarks on Strategic Transition to Support Sustainable Growth
JETMS, a global provider in aircraft interior solutions and a member of Avia Solutions Group, is undertaking a strategic transition to drive sustainable growth and support its ongoing expansion. As part of this initiative, the company will relocate its production activities from the UK (JETMS Completions Ltd) to Kaunas, Lithuania (JETMS Interiors UAB), effective 1 […]
U.S. Department of Transportation Awards Over $200,000 to North Dakota Airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an award of $202,000 through the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program for projects at two North Dakota airports. The funding will be distributed as follows: The AIG Program was established by the fully-paid-for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to provide airports with funding for modernization and […]
Flying Bulls Aircraft from Austria to Make Only Public U.S. Air Show Appearance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026
Photo – DC-6B – credit Flying Bulls Two magnificent aircraft restorations from Austria’s The Flying Bulls collection will make their only public U.S. air show appearance in 2026 when they arrive at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh for the 73rd edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s fly-in convention, July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. […]
Electra Applies for FAA Type Certification for Groundbreaking EL9 Ultra Short Aircraft
Photo – Electra’s Ultra Short technology enables reliable, quiet takeoffs and landings in as little as 150 feet, opening thousands of potential Ultra Short Access Points. Photo provided by Electra. Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) has announced that it has submitted an application to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Part 23 type certification of its nine-passenger […]
Airport Revitalization Projects Completed in Rochester and Ogdensburg
The completion of two airport projects in Rochester and Ogdensburg were recently announced by the New York Governor’s Office. The projects were supported by $36 million in state funding under the Governor’s $230 million Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition. Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport’s $38 million project received $18 million in competition […]
China Airlines Begins Service from PHX to Taipei
China Airlines began nonstop service last week between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan with a celebration and gathering of dignitaries marking the first nonstop service between Phoenix and Asia. City of Phoenix officials and China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang welcomed this historic flight with remarks about the […]
GAMA Releases Third Quarter 2025 Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) published the third quarter 2025 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. The results for the first nine months of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, show increased shipments in the business jets sector and an increase in the overall value of aircraft shipments. Aircraft shipments […]
Lee’s Summit Regional Commits to Expanding Aviation Opportunities
By Millicent I. Parker Thursday, November 13, 2025, heralded a new direction in growth for the Kansas City Lee’s Summit Regional Airport with the ribbon-cutting for the new Hangar 2 facility. The Hangar 2 development represents a major investment in the City’s growing regional airport and supports Lee’s Summit’s commitment to expanding aviation opportunities, workforce […]
Construction Prompts Changes to NBAA Plans for 2026 White Plains Regional Forum
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced that newly planned upgrades to Westchester County Airport’s (HPN’s) primary runway will require changes to the organization’s White Plains Regional Forum, scheduled for June 3, 2026. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officials recently notified Westchester County Airport representatives of the agency’s plans for upcoming runway construction work as […]
