Vertical Aviation International (VAI) has announced the appointment of François Lassale as its next president and CEO, following a global search for a proven leader to guide the association through its next phase of growth and influence. With more than 35 years of experience in military, public service, and commercial aviation in North America, Europe, […]
Author: Kim Stevens
Southwest Florida International Airport Reports July Increase in Traffic
During July, 720,973 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers. This was an increase of 6.5 percent compared to July 2024 and the second-best July in the 43-year history of the airport. Year-to-date, passenger traffic is down 0.8 percent. The traffic leader in July was Delta with 173,395 passengers. Rounding out […]
The National Aeronautic Association Announces 2025 Brewer Recipient
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has announced that Doug Matthews has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Frank G. Brewer Trophy. The Brewer Trophy, established in 1943, honors significant contributions of enduring value to aerospace education in the United States and is housed at the National Air & Space Museum in Washington, D.C. […]
The National Aviation Hall of Fame Welcomes Basil Papayoti
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced the appointment of Basil Papayoti to its Board of Trustees. Basil Papayoti brings extensive leadership experience in aviation maintenance, engineering, and technical operations to the NAHF Board of Trustees. Currently serving as Vice President of Delta TechOps Commercial, Delta’s MRO business with a strategic focus on […]
National Aviation Hall of Fame Celebrates Illinois Senator and Kansas Representative with Congressional Leadership Awards
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced that U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., has been selected to receive the prestigious 2025 National Aviation Hall of Fame Congressional Leadership Award, recognizing her exemplary dedication and unwavering support of America’s aviation and aerospace industry. Also being recognized with the award is Congressman Ron Estes (R-KS) […]
Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Accelerates Contributions to Oklahoma’s Aerospace Education Programs for FY2026
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) is investing in the state’s future aviation and aerospace professionals. The August Commission meeting focused on the approval of more than $820,000 in grants for 103 aerospace focused education programs around the state. Oklahoma ranks first in the nation for high school aerospace education. That distinction is […]
AOPA Partners with TDOT to Bring Aviation STEM Curriculum to Tennessee Teachers
The AOPA Foundation, which offers a free high school aviation STEM curriculum to more than 1,400 schools across the country, will visit three Tennessee cities over the next month to introduce the program to educators and school leaders. The goal is to expand access to STEM and aviation education statewide. In partnership with the Tennessee […]
North Dakota Sets New July Passenger Record with Over 122,000 Boardings
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly report detailing airline passenger traffic at the state’s eight commercial service airports. In July 2025, North Dakota’s eight commercial service airports recorded 122,238 passenger boardings, establishing a new all-time high for the month of July. This total surpasses the previous record of 112,141 set in […]
Air Charter Safety Foundation Welcomes Candace Covington to Its Board
The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) has announced that Candace Covington has joined its Board of Directors. Candace currently serves as the Senior Director of Aviation at Adobe, where she built and leads a top-notch corporate flight department. Her focus is on delivering safe, seamless, and exceptional travel experiences for Adobe’s executives and guests. Before […]
Serve on an ACRP Project Panel and Help Guide Airport Research
ACRP engages airport professionals throughout its research process to ensure a broad representation of perspectives. During the research process, airport industry professionals help to drive research to respond to and address airport industry challenges. ACRP is currently recruiting project panelists for fiscal year 2026 projects. ACRP has selected 19 research projects for FY26 on topics […]
