The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced the appointment of Mary Miller, a distinguished figure in the aviation industry, to its Board of Trustees. “With her extensive expertise in industry and government affairs, Mary brings important insights and a steadfast commitment to elevating the role of business and general aviation on a global […]
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VI&E Solutions Names Hugh Weaver to Board of Directors
Volatus Infrastructure & Energy Solutions has announced the appointment of Hugh Weaver to their newly created Board of Directors. Hugh will use his wealth of experience and innovative thinking to help assist VI&E Solutions with their strategic growth plans. “Hugh knows how to build and grow aviation infrastructure through effective leadership. As we prepare for […]
NBAA Questions Sweeping IRS Plan to Audit Business Aircraft Use
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is questioning the Internal Revenue Service’s plan, announced this week, to “begin dozens of audits” of business aircraft use by American companies and entrepreneurs. “Today’s announcement by the IRS amounts to nothing more than an audit in search of a problem, and an attempt to broadly paint with a […]
Large and Small Airports Across U.S. Post Record Breaking Numbers in 2023
Significant Increases as well as record-breaking numbers in passengers for 2023 have been recorded at airports of all sizes across the country. For the first time in history at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) in North Carolina, more than 2 million passengers utilized the airport in 2023, showcasing double-digit growth. An impressive 2,246,411 passengers traveled to […]
Hovecon Seeks Information about AED Drone Delivery Solutions to Support Nationwide Research
As part of its work to revolutionize emergency response to cardiac arrests, Hovecon seeks information from companies with drone delivery solutions for Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs). This work is part of the RESTORe-CARE Drone AED Delivery Program led by Duke University School of Medicine and funded by an American Heart Association (AHA) grant. Details of […]
AOPA Air Safety Institute and Liberty University Release Fatal Flight Training Accident Report
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Air Safety Institute has released the updated Fatal Flight Training Accident Report 2000 – 2019. A collaboration between the AOPA Air Safety Institute and the Liberty University School of Aeronautics, the report explores flight training risks and innovations within the past two decades. The study covers fatal training accidents […]
Nearly $1 Billion in Grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Announced to Improve 114 Airports Across the U.S.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $970 million from the Bipartisan Investing in America agenda to 114 airports across the country, spanning 44 states and three territories. This funding helps meet the growing demand for air travel and launches projects that will improve passenger experience, accessibility, and sustainability while creating good-paying jobs. Investments enhancing […]
Electra Founder John Langford Elected AIAA Honorary Fellow
Photo above – Electra founder and CEO John Langford with Electra’s EL-2 Goldfinch eSTOL technology demonstrator aircraft. Electra.aero, Inc. has announced that the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), has honored Electra’s founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John S. Langford, by electing him as an Honorary Fellow – the AIAA’s highest distinction. This […]
NBAA Welcomes House Committee’s Call to Action on Mental Health in Aviation
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s call for “decisive” federal action to remove barriers that discourage pilots from reporting and seeking care for mental health issues. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee leaders recently sent a bipartisan letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from more than 40 members […]
State Aviation Officials Applaud Senate Advancement of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) applauded the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for approving S.1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, which would authorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and associated programs through fiscal year 2028. “State aviation leaders across the nation are pleased to see this significant progress […]
