Kansas City Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) supports nearly 2,800 jobs, resulting in $251 million in payroll, with total regional economic impact surpassing $625 million. The findings stemmed from an economic impact study by Kimley Horn conducted as part of a Master Plan Study, commissioned by the Kansas City Aviation Department and led by Coffman Associates. […]
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CubCrafters Selects First of April to Launch New Quincycle NX Cub
CubCrafters, a leading designer and manufacturer of Light-Sport and Part 23 Certified aircraft, is testing a new backcountry landing gear configuration that the company conceived to dramatically reduce the potential for ground loops in backcountry flying. Recognizing recent industrywide calls from regulators, insurance companies, and many in the pilot community to continue with safety innovation […]
From Corporate Pilot to Flying Warbirds, Ashley Shelton Has the “Best Job in the World”
Photo above – Ashley Shelton – “wing walking has provided the greatest thrill.” Ashley is on the wing of a 1943 Boeing Super Stearman (PT-17), owned by Ashley and her husband. Whether it’s flying corporate jets or warbirds, Ashley Shelton says she has the best job in the world. The young aviatrix has immersed herself in […]
WAI2024 Conference Hosts Impressive Number of Attendees & Exhibitors in Orlando
Women in Aviation International held one of its largest and most successful annual gatherings during the 35th Annual Women in Aviation International Conference at Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Florida, March 21-23, 2024. With its unique blend of world-class speakers, busy exhibit hall, an array of education sessions, and more than 130 scholarship recipients, […]
Boom Supersonic Announces Successful Flight of XB-1 Demonstrator Aircraft
Photo above – The inaugural flight of XB-1 marks a major milestone toward the return of supersonic travel. Boom Supersonic, the company building the world’s fastest airliner, Overture, has announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world’s first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. Like Overture, XB-1 […]
Vintage Wings of Canada’s “Victory Flight” to Soar at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
Three iconic World War II-era warbirds – the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, and North American P-51 Mustang – will represent Canadian wartime aviation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024, as Vintage Wings of Canada brings those historic aircraft as part of the “Victory Flight” at Oshkosh in July. The aircraft will be at AirVenture as part […]
AircraftExchange Tops $60 Billion in Biz Aircraft Resales; Celebrates 5th Anniversary
Photo above courtesy of Asian Sky Group The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) is observing the fifth anniversary of AircraftExchange.com, the organization’s exclusive business aircraft online search portal. Utilizing the portal in the past five years, IADA dealers have sold over 6,500 aircraft worth $60 billion. It is the only site where every aircraft listed […]
NAA Names PenFed’s James Schenck as the 2024 Whitman Trophy Recipient
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has announced that PenFed Credit Union President/CEO & PenFed Foundation CEO James Schenck has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Bruce Whitman Memorial Trophy. A visionary leader and selfless humanitarian, Schenck is honored for his dedication to commemorating, celebrating, and advocating for the impact and heritage of America’s […]
MSP Named Best Airport in North America for Third Straight Year
Airports Council International (ACI) has named Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) as the Best Airport in North America through its global passenger survey program. The achievement is for the 25-40 million passenger category. This recognition marks the third straight year—and seventh out of the last eight years—that MSP has received the Airport Service Quality (ASQ) […]
Piper M700 FURY Earns Type Certification by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration
Piper Aircraft, Inc. announced today the type certification of its new flagship aircraft, the Piper M700 FURY, by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, achieved on February 29, 2024. This certification is a significant milestone for Piper Aircraft, coming quickly after the new aircraft’s announcement on February 6, 2024. Customer deliveries will begin immediately. With a […]
