U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $21,024,663 in federal funding to improve airport infrastructure across Virginia. This funding was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which the senators have supported robust funding for through the annual federal budget process. “Travelers deserve the comfort of knowing […]
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USTDA Backs New Airport Development in the Philippines
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency is supporting the development of a new international airport in Metro Manila, Philippines, that will strengthen secure transportation links with the United States. USTDA announced funding today for a feasibility study on the proposed Sangley Point International Airport, which would ease congestion at Manila’s existing airport and serve as […]
Updated Statewide Plan Guides Investments in 134 Public-Use Airports
For the first time since 2017, Washington has a new playbook for the skies. A recently completed, comprehensive roadmap called the Washington Aviation System Plan (WASP) guides how the state invests, protects and modernizes its 134 public-use airports over the coming decade. This update arrives at a pivotal moment, as Washington’s aviation system has faced […]
Four New Hangars Coming to Tampa Executive Airport
Tampa Executive Airport (VDF) is experiencing a major growth spurt, adding four hangar facilities that are all scheduled to be available later this year. These hangar projects by various private developers mark one of the largest General Aviation infrastructure expansions to date for Hillsborough County Aviation Authority facilities at VDF. The four hangars will add […]
Update: FAA to Host Virtual Public Workshops for Phoenix Area FAA Modernization Project
The Federal Aviation Administration has published new Airport Procedure Boards on its public involvement website, Community Engagement – Phoenix | Federal Aviation Administration. The proposed procedure boards provide a graphic representation of proposed departures and arrivals at the region’s airports, waypoints that represent specific latitude/longitude points along those flight paths, and representations of the flight […]
AAAE Elects Leaders for 2026-2027 at 98th Annual Conference & Exposition in Los Angeles
AAAE Photo – The 2026-2027 AAAE Executive Committee (from left to right): Secretary/Treasurer Cathryn Stephens, A.A.E.; Second Past Chair Rick Crider, A.A.E.; First Past Chair Rebecca Hupp, A.A.E.; Chair Marshall Stevens, A.A.E.; First Vice Chair Patrick Wilson A.A.E., ACE; Second Vice Chair Kevin Bumen, A.A.E., C.A.E. Marshall Stevens, A.A.E., Vice President, Operations, & Chief Operating […]
John Ivanoff Named Vice President of Operations at Tucson Airport Authority
The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) has announced the hiring of John Ivanoff as Vice President of Operations. As Vice President, Ivanoff will be a member of TAA’s Executive Team. In his role as Vice President of Operations, he is responsible for the day-to-day management of operations at Tucson International Airport (TUS) and Ryan Airfield (RYN). […]
Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Completes Key Airport Infrastructure Upgrades Across the State
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) marked a productive first quarter in 2026, completing critical infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing safety, storage and service capabilities across the state’s airport system. These improvements were completed through the ODAA’s five-year Airport Construction Program (ACP), a partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and local sponsors. […]
Phoenix Sky Harbor Sets Passenger Records in March
Last month was a busy one for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, with Spring Break passengers coming and going, and others enjoying a variety of events around the Valley. With 5,128,429 passengers coming through the airport, it marks the busiest month ever in the airport’s history surpassing the previous March 2024 record by 1.27%. March […]
Southwest Florida International Airport Reports Historic March Traffic
During March, 1,521,149 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers, which was a historic monthly record. This was an increase of 3.9 percent compared to March 2025. Year-to-date, passenger traffic is up 1.9 percent. “March 2026 was the busiest March and best single month in the 43-year history of Southwest Florida […]
