What started in 1992 as a program to introduce kids to flight has evolved 25 years later into an aviation movement powered by the world’s largest volunteer air force. The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Young Eagles program is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2017, a milestone year that began with the flight of the 2 […]
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$6.5 Million Announced for 17 New Mexico Airports
More than $6.5 million for maintenance and construction projects at 17 New Mexico airports was announced recently. The funding was awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration, and will fund runway rehabilitations, fencing construction and other safety improvements at airports across the state. Airports receiving funding include: Albuquerque International Sunport: – $100,000 for the design to […]
JSSI Continues to Expand Helicopter Coverage; Adds New Engine Program
Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), has introduced engine coverage for the new Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210S that powers the Sikorsky S-72D. JSSI is also introducing Airframe Parts-Only coverage for the MD Explorer. Neil Book, President and CEO for JSSI stated, “Our plan is to provide maintenance programs for the widest cross section of aircraft […]
Pact Creates Career Path for Aviation Students at SIU
An agreement with a St. Louis-based regional airline will provide a career path for Southern Illinois University Carbondale aviation students interested in becoming professional pilots. The university will sign an agreement to participate in Trans States Airlines’ “Aviators Program.” The agreement will offer a career path for students after they graduate from SIU Carbondale, José […]
FAA Issues Record of Decision for Southern California Metroplex Project
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact/ Record of Decision for the Southern California Metroplex project. The decision enables the agency to move forward with the project, which will replace dozens of existing conventional air traffic control procedures with new satellite-based procedures. Prior to making the decision, the FAA […]
Cessna Signs Multi-Year Agreement with Pan Am International Flight Academy
Cessna Aircraft Company announced recently during the Asia Pacific Airline Training Symposium (APATS), that it has signed a multi-year agreement with Pan Am International Flight Academy. The agreement provides that Pan Am will purchase new, non-complex, single engine aircraft, which includes the Cessna Skyhawk 172, exclusively from Cessna for all of its primary flight training […]
Kansas Task Force to Examine Use of Drones in Public, Private Sectors
A task force has been named to identify ways state agencies can incorporate drones into their operations. The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Joint Task Force will also examine what state government needs to do to make the use of drones conducive to private sector needs. “We want to explore the sharing of ideas utilizing commercial […]
Olislagers to Be Honored with AAAE Distinguished Service Award
Robert Olislagers, A.A.E., Executive Director of Centennial Airport, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives’ Distinguished Service Award, which is presented to airport executives in honor of an exemplary career and contributions to the airport industry. “Robert is an invaluable colleague in the airport community who has served in a variety of important roles, […]
NASAO Member Named to Drone Advisory Committee
Members of the newly established Drone Advisory Committee (DAC) were announced last week by RTCA, a not-for-profit organization that functions as a federal advisory body to the FAA. Among those selected was David M. Greene, Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics Director. “NASAO is very pleased that the key role of state government in integrating UAS technology […]
American Airlines Group Names Robert Isom as President
American Airlines Group Inc. today announced that Chief Operating Officer Robert Isom will become president, effective immediately. In his new role, Isom, 52, will report to Chairman and CEO Doug Parker, 54. “Robert is a world-class executive, and extremely well-qualified to assume the role of president,” said Chairman and CEO Doug Parker. “He has played […]
