The results are in: after thousands of people made their choice, Sherwin-Williams Aerospace and the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) have unveiled the winner of the Pick the Paint Poll for EAA’s One Week Wonder. The One Week Wonder project allowed EAA staff and experienced volunteers to show how people can build their own aircraft. The […]
News
Drones, Airlines Get New Seats on FAA Management Advisory Council
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the appointment of seven new members to the Federal Aviation Administration’s 13-member Management Advisory Council (MAC). The MAC advises the FAA’s senior management on policy, spending, long-range planning, and regulatory matters. The MAC’s newest members continue to represent a cross section of public and private […]
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $264 Million in Infrastructure Grants to 95 Airports in 31 States
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao recently announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $264 million in airport infrastructure grants to 95 airports in 31 states across the United States as part of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). “The Airport Improvement Program helps to maintain our aviation infrastructure and supports safety, […]
Experienced Airport Operations Manager Named Assistant Aviation Director at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
An aviation leader with more than 15 years of experience in airport operations has been named the newest Assistant Aviation Director at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Sarah Demory, A.A.E., the current Airport Deputy Director for Operations and Security at the Boise, Idaho Airport, will join the City of Phoenix Aviation Department executive team as […]
Charlene Reynolds Named Assistant Aviation Director at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Charlene Reynolds, who most recently served as Deputy Aviation Director – Contracts and Services for the City of Phoenix, has been promoted to Assistant Aviation Director. Reynolds has held supervisory and management positions in several City of Phoenix departments. Prior to her current position in the Aviation Department, Reynolds was Deputy Street Transportation Director overseeing […]
Stemme S12 Gains U.S. Certification
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the Stemme Twin Voyager S12 powered glider. The official type certificate was issued on August 16, 2017. The Stemme S12 had already been certified the previous summer to the requirements of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Now it has successfully passed the FAA validation process of the […]
Historic Airplane to be Centerpiece of New Veteran’s Memorial in Scottsdale
On April 27, Scottsdale Airport will welcome a Stearman PT-17 biplane, the same as those flown by student pilots at Thunderbird Field II (now Scottsdale Airport) during World War Two. This aircraft will serve as the centerpiece of the new Thunderbird Field II Plaza and Memorial, which will be located at the new Scottsdale Airport […]
FAA to Hold Airspace Workshops in Las Vegas
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will hold three public information workshops in late April on proposed airspace improvements over the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The improvements are part of the FAA’s Las Vegas Metroplex project, which proposes to use streamlined satellite navigation to move air traffic more safely and efficiently through the area. The project […]
Kansas City Aviation Department Names Cooper New Downtown Airport Manager
The Kansas City Aviation Department has announced the transition of Melissa Cooper, A.A.E., to a new role as Manager of the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (IATA: MKC). Cooper is now responsible for the overall operation and management of the airport in the heart of downtown Kansas City. She will lead all safety and security […]
Bradley Hagen Named Phoenix Goodyear Airport Manager
Bradley A. Hagen will join the City of Phoenix Aviation Department as Manager of Phoenix Goodyear Airport on April 17, replacing Goodyear Airport Manager Joe Husband, who retired in March. Hagen has more than 24 years of experience in the aviation industry. He most recently worked as the Airport Projects and Operations Supervisor for Falcon […]