By Penny Rafferty Hamilton, Ph.D. If ever there was a woman who earned the right to wear a T-shirt embossed with “A V 8R,” it is Karen Kalishek, the first female to lead the National Association of Flight Instructors as Board Chair, www.nafinet.org . Karen is a Professional Flight Instructor, who occasionally wing walks, too! […]
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NATA Issues Call to Action Opposing Obernolte-Cartwright Amendment
NATA has issued a ‘Call to Action’ encouraging members and others to oppose the Obernolte-Cartwright Amendment to the House of Representatives’ FAA reauthorization bill. “Your voice is crucial to protecting aviation businesses and airports from the security risks and economic consequences of a legislative proposal pending before Congress,” the Association noted. The Obernolte-Cartwright Amendment favors […]
U.S. Contract Tower Association Issues Leadership Award to Sen. Roger Wicker
The U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), which coordinates contract tower issues with Congress, the Department of Transportation, the Federal Aviation Administration, and other agencies, on July 12 issued its 2023 Leadership Award to Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker. Golden Triangle Regional Airport Director Matt Dowell, A.A.E, and USCTA’S Brad Van Dam presented the award to Wicker […]
Legendary Flight Instructor Herbert W. (Bill) Powley to be Inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) has recognized Lt. Col. Herbert W. (Bill) Powley, USAF (Ret.), as the 2023 inductee into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame. Powley joins an elite group of individuals who have been recognized for their significant contributions to flight instruction. “We are honored to induct Lt. Col Powley into […]
Nanolumens Eases Airport Experiences with Preconfigured Digital Signage Solutions
From drop off to pick up, Nanolumens offers a wide range of solutions to enhance airports large and small. Nanolumens has created several pre-kitted solutions for airports and transportation hubs. The newly designed digital signage solutions offer flexibility and easy installation for tech managers and system integrators. Regardless of airport size, Nanolumens understands that boosting […]
FAA Invests Nearly $92 Million to Help Airports Reach President’s Goal of Net Zero-Emissions by 2050
Airports across the country are more sustainable thanks to funding from the Federal Aviation Administration. As part of nearly $268 million in grants, about $92 million will go to 21 airports for solar panels, electric buses, charging stations and electrification studies; investments that support good-paying jobs and their local communities. Also, as a part of […]
FAA International Flight Test Demonstration Takes Off
A first-of-its-kind joint effort to manage flights across multiple countries by predicting where an aircraft will be and at what time has proven successful. The Federal Aviation Administration’s six-day live flight demonstration included four unique scenarios and flights between the U.S., Japan, Singapore and Thailand. Using Trajectory Based Operations (TBO), countries shared the aircraft’s trajectory, […]
Amy Squitieri Named Mead & Hunt COO/President
Amy Squitieri has been selected as Mead & Hunt’s next Chief Operations Officer (COO)/President. In this role, Amy will help lead the firm toward its strategic goals and vision, helping Mead & Hunt become a future-ready firm today. Amy has been with Mead & Hunt for 30 years and has held many roles throughout the […]
Airports and Industry Release Guidance and Practical Examples to Expand Use of Electric Ground Service Equipment
The American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) ACT Program, comprised of innovative airport leaders and aviation industry experts, has released its newest research examining practical approaches for airports to expand the infrastructure to support use of electric ground service equipment (eGSE) by studying implementation projects at several large hub airports. The ACT Working Group on […]
NATA On Hand to Mark Joby Milestone, Castagna Calls for Collaboration in AAM Ecosystem Development
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 […]
