Vigilant Aerospace has been announced as a strategic partner by DronePort Network to provide Airspace Management (ASM), Detect-and-Avoid (DAA), and Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) for future drone port projects throughout the United States. Vigilant Aerospace’s FlightHorizon solution provides the advanced situational awareness required for safe, scalable autonomous flight. DronePort Network is a system integration and […]
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NBAA Congratulates Rep. Tom Cole on House Appropriations Chairmanship
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the appointment of Rep. Tom Cole (R-4-OK) as chair of the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Committee. He succeeds Rep. Kay Granger (R-12-TX), who will remain on the committee as chairwoman emeritus. Throughout his more than 20 years in Congress, Cole has frequently stood with the general aviation […]
NATA Promotes Alexandra Brendel to Associate Vice President
NATA (National Air Transportation Association) has announced that Alexandra Brendel has been promoted to Associate Vice President of Member Services and Engagement. In this role, Brendel will lead NATA’s strategic direction of member recruitment, retention, and benefits, while growing initiatives that inspire and shape the next generation of aviation professionals. “Alexandra’s profound understanding of the […]
Cindy Hales, Hub International Aviation Practice Leader, Inducted into the Aviation Insurance Association (AIA)’s Eagle Society
The Aviation Insurance Association (AIA) President Chris Morin and the Board of Directors have announced the Eagle Society Class of 2024. Cindy Hales, Aviation Practice Leader and Senior Vice President of global insurance brokerage Hub International Northwest, LLC, was among the eight leaders that were inducted this year. She works out of the HUB Bothell, […]
FAA Announces April 27th as Drone Safety Day
The FAA has announced that this year’s Drone Safety Day will take place on April 27, 2024, and is inviting you to take part in this global campaign by either hosting an event, creating content, or participating in an event, whether in person or virtually. This day is intended to increase awareness on the importance […]
NBAA Elevates Dina Green to New Chief of Staff Position
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has named Dina Green, a 20-year veteran with the organization, to the new position of chief of staff. Green will retain her responsibilities overseeing VIP experiences at NBAA events and other gatherings. “Dina is recognized throughout business aviation for her exceptional organizational skills, deep personal and professional relationships, ability […]
All Systems Go for GA National Mall Flyover in May
Photo above – AOPA President Mark Baker pilots his Cessna Caravan over the National Mall during the practice run for the May 11 AOPA National Celebration of GA Flyover. Photo courtesy of David Tulis/AOPA. Whether you call it a practice or a dress rehearsal, AOPA calls it a complete success. Four aircraft took off from […]
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 […]
Misdirected Tax Revenues Are Degrading Safety at Public Airports
The Air Charter Safety Foundation supports calls for reclaiming existing jet fuel taxes for aviation safety programs. As a nonprofit safety foundation focused on business aviation, we are deeply concerned by recent calls to raise tax revenues from the industry when the current tax revenues are not being appropriately deployed to ensure the safety and […]
