Bipartisan legislation backed by a host of aviation organizations including the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on October 6 to address challenges in the aviation and aerospace industries. The National Center for the Advancement of Aviation (NCAA) Act of 2020, H.R.8532, would create an independent […]
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Astronics Max-Viz 2300 Enhanced Vision System Receives Amended STC for Bell Helicopters
Astronics Corporation announced that an amended Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) has been approved for the Max-Viz 2300 Enhanced Vision System (EVS). Offered by wholly owned subsidiary Astronics PECO and obtained in cooperation with AVIO dg in Calgary Canada, the STC covers multiple Bell helicopter models, including 212, 412 and Bell 412EPI aircraft. With the U.S. […]
NBAA Honors Pilots Monnier, Downs with Inaugural Airmanship Award
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) recognized dual-engine flameout pilots Bruce Monnier and Gerald Downs with its first-ever NBAA Above and Beyond Airmanship Award. The award, which was created by NBAA’s Safety Committee to recognize action taken to avoid injury, loss of life or catastrophic business aircraft damage, was presented during a Safety Town Hall, […]
Woolpert Acquires Jviation, Expands Aviation and Airport Infrastructure Services
Woolpert has acquired Jviation Inc., an airport planning, survey, architecture, engineering and construction management firm. Jviation serves general aviation and commercial service airports, state aeronautics departments, as well as airline and related aviation business partners. This acquisition strengthens Woolpert’s existing aviation service offerings and expands its geographic footprint in the western U.S. Jviation is headquartered […]
NBAA Announces First-Ever Virtual Trade Show, ‘VBACE’
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today announced a game-changing event for connecting people and companies: the first-ever, completely immersive online business aviation trade show, the Virtual Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (VBACE), scheduled for Dec. 2-3. The two-day event is free for members to attend and will incorporate many of the traditional elements of […]
NATCA Strongly Supports Bipartisan “Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act”
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) announced its support for the bipartisan Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act, introduced by U.S. House of Representatives Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Chairman Peter DeFazio, D-Ore., Ranking Member Sam Graves, R-Mo., Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Rick Larsen, D-Wash., and Ranking Member Garret Graves, R-La., which would make several critical […]
NBAA Launches New Virtual Learning Series Tailored to Smaller Flight Departments
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has unveiled a new series of educational programming to address common issues facing leaders of small flight departments, and to provide guidance to newer managers for supervising and growing their flight operations. Developed by NBAA’s Small Flight Department Subcommittee, the new NBAA Small Operator Learning Series offers contributions from […]
RTCA Announces New Appointment to Advisory Board
RTCA, Inc. announced the appointment of Carol Huegel to RTCA’s Advisory Board. Ms. Huegel most recently served as the Managing Director of Air Traffic and Surface Management Strategy for American Airlines. This appointment is effective September 22, 2020. “As we continue to evolve RTCA’s scope and involvement in the aviation community, Carol will bring tremendous […]
U.S. Transportation Secretary Announces $335 Million in Infrastructure Grants
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announced today that the Trump Administration will award $335 million in airport safety and infrastructure grants through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to 80 airports in 25 states. “Airport infrastructure projects funded by this $335 million in federal funding will advance safety, improve travel, generate jobs and provide […]
Flying Adventure – Weekend at the Beaumont Hotel
By Jerry Chism I’ve been flying a long time, but I can’t remember ever having to stop my airplane at a stop sign on a city street. But that is exactly what happened on a trip that my wife Kelly and I recently made to Kansas. Owning and flying a 1950 Cessna 170A has allowed […]
