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 […]
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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 […]
NATA Enhances Aviation Business Online Experience with Website Evolution
NATA (the National Air Transportation Association) is ushering in a milestone year of service to the aviation business community with a major website upgrade. The new site enhances the user experience with an intuitive interface, improved video capabilities, smart menus, and expanded member-only resources – with a modern appearance and flexible platform to deliver on […]
Signature Aviation and Eve Air Mobility to Research Ecosystem Requirements and Services for Advanced Air Mobility Ground Operations
Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to research ecosystem requirements as well as the ground services necessary for safe, efficient and scalable Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) ground operations. “Following the rollout of our first full-scale eVTOL prototype, we continue to build on that momentum and are looking forward […]
NBAA Thanks Retiring FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker for His Service
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen extended his gratitude to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Michael Whitaker for his service and dedication to America’s aviation leadership. Whitaker last week announced his plan to resign on Jan. 20, 2025, in a letter to FAA employees. “While short, Mike’s tenure in the left […]
