With air traffic poised to reach or beat pre-pandemic levels this year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding nearly $1 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 99 airports of all shapes and sizes across the country. The funding helps meet the growing demand for air travel and invests in key areas to […]
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AOPA Recognizes Excellence in Flight Training through 2023 Flight Training Experience Regional Winners
Of the thousands of submissions AOPA received for the 2023 Flight Training Experience Survey, six flight schools and six flight instructors have been tapped as the best in their region. In addition to the regional winners, 32 flight schools and 65 instructors have earned distinguished awards. From the regional winners, one flight school and one […]
Ameriflight Signs Intent to Purchase Agreement with Sabrewing Aircraft for 35 VTOL Air Cargo Drones
Ameriflight, the nation’s largest Part 135 Cargo airline, has announced a signed letter of intent to purchase 35 VTOL air cargo drones from Sabrewing Aircraft Company, Inc., a U.S. corporation designing and producing a new generation of regional cargo UAV that offers high-efficiency, all-weather operation with vertical landing and takeoff (VTOL) capabilities. The agreement is […]
FAA Completes Rule to Increase Safety at Airports
A new rule from the Federal Aviation Administration will help airports detect and mitigate safety problems before they result in accidents or incidents. The final rule requires certain airports to develop and implement a safety management system (SMS). “The safe operation of our nation’s airports is paramount during these historic times in aviation as we […]
FAA Urges Laser Manufacturers, Distributors to Add Warning Label to Not Shine Lasers at Aircraft
High-powered laser pointers can incapacitate pilots flying airplanes with hundreds of passengers. To combat the threat, Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen requested laser manufacturers add a warning label to their packaging to make consumers aware of the safety risks and federal laws when using lasers. “Lasers may seem like just a toy, office tool, or […]
ACSF Promotes Alyssa Sleight to Director of Safety
The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), a non-profit organization that supports the highest safety standards for more than 300 aviation-focused businesses, charter and fractional operators, announced the promotion of Alyssa Sleight from Programs Manager to Director of Safety. The ACSF’s President Bryan Burns cited Sleight’s very focused work experience, aviation industry knowledge and education as […]
NBAA Tells Congress: FAA Reauthorization Must Seize Opportunities to Constantly Enhance Safety
In testimony before a congressional hearing on funding reauthorization for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen last week outlined business aviation’s legacy of safety leadership and detailed specific ways to ensure safety remains the north star guiding the industry’s future. “Since the dawn of flight, safety […]
Warner, Thune Introduce Legislation to Support Integration of Drones into Airspace
Last week, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and John Thune (R-SD) introduced the Increasing Competitiveness for American Drones Act of 2023, comprehensive legislation to streamline the approvals process for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone flights and clear the way for drones to be used for commercial transport of goods across the country […]
Airports and Industry Collaborate to Demonstrate Feasibility of an “Intelligent Apron” Through AAAE’s ACT Program
The American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) Airport Consortium on Customer Trust (ACT) Program, comprised of innovative airport leaders and aviation industry experts, has released its summary findings of a digitization pilot sponsored by Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Supported by industry partners, the pilot aimed to investigate how the application of new technology […]
Jennie Santoro – Inspired by Terminal Design
Photo above – Jennie Santoro represented the young professional’s perspective in a panel discussion entitled “Boomers to Zoomers: Passing the Torch to Generation Z!” at the 2016 ACC/AAAE Planning, Design, and Construction Symposium. Her involvement in the ACC Young Professionals helped her engage in industry organizations, become a speaker at a variety of conferences, and […]
