Last week, NATA member Joby Aviation announced that it had received a Special Airworthiness Certificate from the FAA for its first production-prototype eVTOL aircraft, allowing the company to proceed to flight testing. NATA President and CEO Curt Castagna joined in the celebration, which included a tour of Joby’s Marina Airport facility and flight demonstrations of […]
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ACSF Appoints Burns to CEO, Hires Carpenter as Executive Director
Todd Weeber, Chairman of the Air Charter Safety Foundation announced that the ACSF’s Executive Board has expanded the role of Bryan Burns, the organization’s President. Burns is now serving as both President & CEO of the Foundation. Additionally, the ACSF has hired its first-ever Executive Director, Debi Carpenter, who will lead the organization’s membership development, […]
Industry Coalition Defends Air Service to Small Communities
A coalition of industry groups, including the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), joined today in cautioning leaders in the White House, Congress, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about inaccurate characterizations of Part 135 air carriers that conduct public charter flights under DOT Part 380 regulations and provide vital air […]
NATA Welcomes Five New Board Members, Announces Anderson as Chair
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announces Board of Directors leadership changes and the election of five new members. Todd Anderson, Chief Operating Officer of Sheltair, has been elected as the new Board Chair. Todd’s home base is in Orlando, Florida. Todd will take the helm from Clive Lowe, Executive Vice President at Atlantic Aviation, […]
NASAO Announces Taylor Bryan as Manager of Marketing & Communications
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has announced the appointment of Taylor Bryan as Manager of Marketing & Communications. Bryan recently graduated from The George Washington University with a Masters Degree in Museum Studies. Originally from the birthplace of aviation, Bryan has a passion for the industry and has worked for organizations such […]
GAMA Announces 2023 Aviation Design Challenge Winners
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced that the team from McIntosh High School in Peachtree City, Georgia, is the winner of the 2023 GAMA Aviation Design Challenge. The team from Gonzaga College High School in Washington D.C. was awarded second place. “GAMA continues to be inspired by the effort and creativity we see put […]
Finally: Clearer FAA Guidance on State and Local Airspace Restrictions
by BRENT SKORUP I stumbled across a surprising drone policy update in the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (Manual) last week. The Manual contains official guidance and best practices to US airspace users. (My friend Marc Scribner reminds me that the Manual is not formally regulatory, though it often restates or summarizes regulations.) The manual has […]
Billy Nolen, Former FAA Administrator, Joins Archer as Its Chief Safety Officer
Archer Aviation Inc. has appointed Billy Nolen, former acting FAA Administrator, as its Chief Safety Officer. Nolen’s expertise in aviation safety and flight operations, along with his deep passion and excitement for advanced air mobility, will further strengthen Archer’s ability to successfully commercialize urban air mobility at scale. “Billy is an incredible leader and has […]
Seasoned Leaders Tapped to Serve in Top FAA Posts
National aviation associations reacted to the Biden administration’s naming of two proven leaders to fill top positions at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that DOT Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg will serve as acting FAA administrator, replacing Billy Nolen, who announced his intention to step down from the position earlier […]
AAAE Elects Leaders for 2023-2024 at 95th Annual Conference & Exposition in Denver
Perry Miller, A.A.E., I.A.P., President & Chief Executive Officer, Richmond International Airport, took office Monday, June 5, as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for 2023-24. Founded in 1928, AAAE is the world’s largest professional organization representing individuals who work at public-use commercial and general aviation airports. Other key appointments to the […]
