As part of the Flight Service modernization initiative, the FAA is streamlining the process for pilots to obtain IFR clearances directly from certain Terminal facilities. This new process will eliminate the need for Flight Service to relay clearances. It will increase efficiency and reduce the risk of potential errors. In the April 27 edition of […]
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AOPA Seeking to Fill the Position of Vice President, Airports and State Advocacy
On behalf of AOPA members, the person in this position will lead and direct the development and execution of Association policies and strategies related to advocacy at state and local levels. This person will also manage ongoing programs/initiatives, including airport protection, the Airport Support Network, and programs that promote AOPA’s mission to protect members’ freedom […]
Conklin & de Decker Announce 2017 Release of MxManager™
Conklin & de Decker has announced its latest release of MxManager (“MxM”). As a leading aviation maintenance software tool, Conklin & de Decker has completely integrated maintenance management, tracking, inventory, work orders and reporting into the one MxManager solution. The comprehensive MxM tool was developed to manage the most demanding challenges that maintenance organizations face […]
American Airlines Voted Cargo Airline of the Year by Air Cargo News Readers for Third Year in a Row
American Airlines was named Cargo Airline of the Year for 2017 by readers of leading industry publication Air Cargo News at a gala event in London on April 22. This is the first time in the awards’ 34-year history that a U.S.-based airline has been recognized with the honor for three consecutive years. American was […]
Hartzell Trailblazer Composite Prop Receives STC for Cessna Cardinals
Hartzell Propeller’s composite Trailblazer prop has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Cessna Cardinals. The approval covers retractable gear normally aspirated and turbonormalized C-177RG Cardinals with IO-360s and IO-390s engines. “Our testing found the Trailblazer two-blade prop to have excellent performance. Its light weight and the composite materials result in very smooth operation,” said […]
U.S. Rep. John Mica Named 2017 ACC Aviation Award of Excellence Recipient
The Airport Consultants Council (ACC) has announced the selection of former Florida Congressman and Chair of the House Transportation Committee John Mica as the recipient of the 2017 ACC Aviation Award of Excellence. The award will be presented on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 during the ACC 39th Annual Conference and Exposition awards luncheon in San […]
Astronics Max-Viz 2300 Enhanced Vision System Now Certified to DO-160G Standards
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Astronics Max-Viz, has certified its 2300 Enhanced Vision System (EVS) to the DO-160G standard. Blending infrared and visible light sensors, the Max-Viz 2300 EVS displays real-time heat sources along with LED airport lighting to make it safer for pilots to land in dark, challenging conditions. “With the […]
Alfonso Denson to be Honored with AAAE Distinguished Service Award
Alfonso Denson, A.A.E., President and CEO of the Birmingham Airport Authority, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives’ Distinguished Service Award, which is presented to airport executives in honor of an exemplary career and contributions to the airport industry. “Al is an invaluable colleague who has tirelessly served the nation’s aviation community in a […]
NASAO Looks Ahead on EAS Funding in Next Spending Bill
Today Congress passed a one-week stopgap-spending bill that funds the government at current levels. Next week Congress is widely expected to pass an omnibus-spending bill that would fund the government through Sept. 30. In conjunction with the Trump Administration’s recently released “Budget Blueprint” for FY 2018, it was also recommended that Congress enact non-defense discretionary […]
GAMA Hosts Final Day of Uber Elevate Summit
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) yesterday hosted the final day of the Uber Elevate Summit in Dallas, Texas, along with the second training session about the U.S. government’s Part 23 rule rewrite for the design of small airplanes. “The attendance at this event indicates the high-level of interest in this fast growing sector of […]
