The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) applauded final passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R.3684). “As Thanksgiving approaches, Americans can be thankful that Congress has finally given its approval to a historic investment in our national infrastructure,” said Greg Pecoraro, NASAO President and CEO. “In finally passing the Infrastructure Investment […]
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104-Year-Old WWII Veteran Shares Story That Took My Breath Away
Photo above – Author Yvonne Caputo and Joe Haenn talk about Flying With Dad. When I wrote Flying With Dad, I had no idea how many hidden gifts would come my way. The book, which chronicles my father’s life in aviation and how he got into WWII as a navigator on B-24s, has led to […]
NASAO Applauds House Passage of the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 1339 the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act. “The technologies that make Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) possible are advancing rapidly, and thoughtful, well-informed policies and regulations must be developed quickly to ensure their safe and efficient integration […]
FAA Proposes Medical Requirements for Commercial Hot-Air Balloon Pilots
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed a rule on Tuesday requiring commercial hot-air-balloon pilots to hold medical certificates when operating for hire. The rule would mandate a second-class medical certificate, the same standard required for commercial pilots. “Balloon pilots are responsible for the safety of their passengers,” FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said. “This proposed rule […]
NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses and Airports Provides Foundation for Environmental Engagement
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) unveiled a new sustainability initiative, the NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses, to provide aviation businesses and airports a self-certification process for pursuing flexible, cost-effective options to lower their carbon footprint. Developed by a working group under NATA’s Environment Committee, the NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses is a […]
NBAA Launches New Safety Management Certificate Program
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has introduced a new Safety Manager Certificate Program to provide introductory to mid-level education on safety in business aircraft operations, reflecting the association’s commitment to safety as one of the industry’s core values. Developed in collaboration with Advanced Aircrew Academy, Convergent Performance and Fireside Partners, the program includes education […]
FAA Launches Nationwide Solicitation to Design Air Traffic Control Towers of the Future
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is launching a nationwide solicitation to find a new design for control towers that can be built and operated sustainably at regional and municipal airports. “For communities large and small, the air traffic control tower is an icon. We want architects and engineers from every corner […]
Three Military Airports Now Eligible for Funding to Add Civilian Operations
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected three airports to be eligible for grants to add civilian aviation operations at former and current military airfields, adding system capacity and helping to reduce congestion at existing airports. Kelly Field in San Antonio, Texas; Mobile Downtown Airport in Mobile, Ala.; and Salina Regional […]
NASAO Applauds Committee Approval of the Aviation Funding Stability Act
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) applauds the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure for approving H.R. 4042, the Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2021. “State aviation leaders commend Committee Chair DeFazio, Aviation Subcommittee Chair Larsen and Representatives Gibbs and Fitzgerald for taking action to protect the nation’s aviation system from the possibility […]
Dangerous Laser Strikes Continue to Rise in 2021
Shining a laser at an aircraft is a serious safety threat that continues to rise. As of Oct. 14, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has received 7,186 laser strike reports for 2021, exceeding the 2020 total of 6,852. This marks the highest number or reports since 2016. Many types of high-powered lasers can completely incapacitate […]