WMG has announced the addition of six new professionals to support its growing team with expertise in complex aviation, commercial and public-sector construction programs nationwide. Maritza Godina joins WMG as a Tenant/ADR Project Manager based in Seattle, Washington. She brings 18 years of experience delivering large-scale tenant improvement and concession projects across major airport and […]
Author: Kim Stevens
A Career in Aviation Begins with Curiosity and a Willingness to Learn
The aviation industry is often associated with complex technology, strict procedures, and the highest safety standards. Yet behind this dynamic and constantly evolving field are people whose professional journeys reveal not only career opportunities, but also stories of personal growth. Fifteen years ago, Aleksandra Mesceriakova of FL Technics began her career as an assistant with […]
Into the Firestorm
The Allied Heroes Who Flew World War II’s Most Daring Missions From the hellish skies over Europe to the unforgiving terrain of the Himalayas, this is the first complete history of the C-47 aircrew who helped turn the tide of war.One of the most perilous combat roles of World War II was that of the […]
NBAA Champions New FAA Mental Wellness Policy Supporting Counseling
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomed a recent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aeromedical policy update encouraging pilots and air traffic controllers (ATCs) to seek counseling and mental health support early and without fear that receiving talk therapy would jeopardize their medical certification, marking an important shift in the agency’s approach to mental wellness. Rather […]
The RAF is Expanding The Map in 2026
Photo Credit: Doug Lumgair, Walker Ridge, CA This year, the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) is Expanding The Map – and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in the organization’s history. Beginning in 2026, the RAF plans to announce the opening and reopening of more than 15 airstrips across the country. […]
WAI2027 Scholarships Open: Applications Due September 1, 2026
The 2027 Women in Aviation International (WAI) scholarship program is officially open, and members can review dozens of scholarships at www.wai.org/scholarships. Currently, there are over 50 scholarships valued at more than $200,000 offered for flight training, engineering, maintenance, dispatch, drones, and career advancement for individuals in all stages of life. This 2027 scholarship cycle includes […]
Asheville Regional Airport Invites Western North Carolina Artists to Create the Gateway to Home
For the millions of travelers who pass through Asheville Regional Airport each year, the terminal is the first sight of home and the last glimpse of it before departure. Now, Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is offering two artists, or artist-led teams, the opportunity to define that moment permanently. AVL is actively seeking artists for two […]
Data-Driven Infrastructure Decision Making: Artificial Intelligence, Safety, Efficiency & Cost Savings
Silent Falcon’s Modification of Standard (MOS) for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) AC 150/5380-7B Pavement Inspection has been made available for approved use. This process improves safety and is more efficient than the traditional inspection method—while also reducing pavement management costs. Approximately 3,300 public-use airports are part of The National Plan of Integrated Airport […]
Inauguration of the Annecy Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc Airport New Terminal Recently Held
On May 26, VINCI Airports and the Haute-Savoie Council, respectively manager and owner of the airport, officially inaugurated the Annecy Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc airport’s new terminal, in the presence of local elected officials and many stakeholders. The new infrastructure, result of a combined investment of €2.5 million co-financed by VINCI Airports and the Haute-Savoie Council, represents […]
Game on! MSP Airport First to Open Portal Lounge
The new Portal Lounge at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Photo Courtesy of the Metropolitan Airports Commission. Air travelers and gamers have a new way to unite at Portal Lounge, a first-of-its-kind immersive entertainment and social venue at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Portal Lounge — located in Terminal 1 at the intersection of Concourses C […]
