North Carolina achieved an aviation milestone last week when the state’s first electric aircraft charger was used to power an electric aircraft for the first time. BETA Technologies officials partnered with Raleigh Executive Airport and the N.C. Department of Transportation to bring BETA’s ALIA CTOL aircraft to North Carolina as part of a demonstration of […]
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Full Charge Ahead for Electric Flying Boats to Take Off in the UK
Photo above – Loch Lomond Seaplanes, the first scheduled seaplane operator since the 1950s, is investing in the future with the all-electric Noemi from Elfly. The UK’s only commercial seaplane service has committed to leading the way in a new generation of zero-emission, electrically powered passenger carrying aircraft. Loch Lomond Seaplanes, the first scheduled seaplane […]
The Evolution of Autonomous Systems in UAVs: Unlocking New Horizons for Innovation
By Hamed Khalkhali The skies are no longer the limit. The rapid progress of autonomous technologies is reshaping how Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) operate, propelling them into an era of independence, precision, and limitless potential. What was once the realm of science fiction is quickly becoming a reality. Drones are increasingly capable of performing tasks […]
MSP Airport Accelerates to Next Phase of Concourse G Expansion
Photo above – The expansion of MSP’s Concourse G will feature a new light-filled atrium near gate G8. Conceptual rendering courtesy of the Metropolitan Airports Commission. The next phase of expansion on Concourse G at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is moving into high gear to improve operations and advance sustainability initiatives while greatly enhancing […]
Bombardier’s Record-Breaking Global 7500 Business Jet Achieves Category-Leading 100th Speed Record
Bombardier has announced that its industry-leading Global 7500 business jet has achieved the ultimate performance milestone: setting a category-leading 100 speed records(1). The industry flagship business jet set the mark on a mission departing from Bombardier’s Authorized Service Facility ACI Jet in San Luis Obispo and landing at the London Biggin Hill Airport on Feb. […]
NASAO Hosts Vital Forum for State Aviation Leaders
Photo above – Dan Harmon (Texas) speaking at the 2025 NASAO Washington Conference (photo courtesy of NASAO/Daniel Stanley). Last week, the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) hosted its highly anticipated 2025 Washington Conference just down the street from the Capitol Building. With over half of the states in attendance, the sold-out event served […]
NCDOT 2025 Aviation Art Contest Winners Announced
Artwork above – First place winner of the Senior Division: Catherine Park The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has announced the winners of the 2025 North Carolina Aviation Art Contest, an annual competition designed to inspire and engage young people in aviation through artistic expression. This year’s contest, themed “Women With Wings,” encouraged […]
Public Comment Period Open for Flying Cloud Airport Long-Term Plan
Photo above – The MAC invites the public to attend an open house to learn about the draft 2040 long-term plan for Flying Cloud Airport. Courtesy of the Metropolitan Airports Commission. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has opened a 45-day public comment period for its draft 2040 long-term plan for Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) in […]
Beyond Pilots: Unconventional Paths to a Successful Aviation Career
When it comes to the sky, it is usually the pilot and flight attendant roles that get romanticized. Nonetheless, there are still further positions in the industry that could bring successful careers. Gabriele Gile, Human Resources Business Partner at BGS – a leading ground handling service company – shares her insights on career opportunities, the […]
Heven Unveils Next-Generation Hydrogen-Powered Raider Drone
Heven announced the debut of its Raider platform this week. This next-generation platform, which offers flight endurance in excess of 10 hours and supports payloads up to 50 lbs, is engineered to deliver 24/7 usability, enhanced payload capacity and modular adaptability, addressing the evolving needs of modern defense and security forces. Raider’s engineering represents a […]
