The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced more than $332 million for 171 grants across 32 states to modernize airports through the Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program. In total, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law included $25 billion over five years for airport and air traffic control infrastructure improvements. The AIG funds can be […]
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Hartzell Debuts Carbon Voyager Propellers Optimized for Cessna Skywagons
Hartzell Propeller’s new, lightweight three-blade Carbon Voyager propellers have received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the Cessna Skywagon fleet. The advanced carbon fiber composite propellers are now available for Cessna 180, 182, 185, 206, and T206 single-engine aircraft equipped with Continental 470-50, 520, and 550 engines. Propeller diameters range from 80 to 86 inches, […]
ATCFO and UFA Enter Unique Partnership to Address Controller Shortage
Air Traffic Control Future Operators (ATCFO) and UFA, Inc. have joined forces to address the pressing issue of the air traffic controller shortage. As the demand for skilled controllers continues to rise, this partnership aims to accelerate and improve training of future air traffic controllers. ATCFO, which runs comprehensive training programs, emphasizes continuous learning to […]
Air Wisconsin Announces Strategic Shift Toward EAS and Charter Operations
Regional air carrier, Air Wisconsin Airlines LLC, announced a strategic realignment to focus on Essential Air Service Program (“EAS”) markets, expand its charter operations, and transition its relationship with American Airlines, Inc. to a codeshare and interline relationship. As part of this strategic shift, Air Wisconsin’s capacity purchase agreement with American Airlines will conclude in […]
NASAO and MDOT Expand Airport Partner Program with Addition of 200+ Airports
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) is pleased to announce its partnership with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) to enroll 203 airports in NASAO’s Airport Partner program. “MDOT is proud to partner with NASAO in offering Michigan airports access to critical training and resources, at no cost,” said Bryan Budds, MDOT Office […]
Hartzell Extends Backcountry Propeller Discounts to RAF Supporters for 2025
Photo above – Hartzell Voyager Propeller on Cessna 185 Hartzell Propeller has extended its $1,000 discount on new Hartzell backcountry aircraft propellers for members of the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) through the end of 2025. This offer, available for the fifth consecutive year, comes with an additional benefit: for each discounted propeller sold, Hartzell makes […]
Air Charter Safety Foundation Welcomes Ron Brewer of RBAvLaw as New Legal Counsel
The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) has announced that Ron Brower, an attorney with over 28 years of experience in the aviation sector, has been appointed as ACSF’s new legal counsel. Mr. Brower, founder of RBAvLaw, brings extensive expertise in aviation business startups, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, risk management, and safety, gained from serving […]
National Aeronautic Association Announces New Members of its Board of Directors
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) announced its 2025 Board of Directors, which comprises a diverse mix of global industry leaders with deep experience in the aviation ecosystem. The new Board members will leverage their expertise to help the NAA enhance its value to members and find new ways of helping to chart the future flight […]
Aviation Industry Coalition Encourages President-Elect Trump to Find Common Ground to Keep America’s ATC System the World’s Safest
A unified coalition representing virtually every sector of our Nation’s aviation and aerospace industry and workforce wrote a letter to President of the United States-elect Donald J. Trump urging his incoming Administration to work with industry to find a unified path forward to create efficiencies within the FAA that will ensure our nation’s aviation system […]
Lochner’s Eric Rivera Honored as Top 40 Under 40 in Airport Sector
H.W. Lochner, Inc. has announced that Eric Rivera, PE, has been named to Airport Business Magazine’s 2024 Top 40 Under 40 list. This prestigious recognition celebrates high-achieving young professionals driving innovation and excellence in the airport sector. Based in Lochner’s Grand Junction, Colorado office, Eric has been a key contributor to aviation engineering since joining […]
