Mayor Kate Gallego announced that STARLUX Airlines intends to begin new nonstop flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Taipei’s Taoyuan Airport. The service, pending final government approvals, would begin early next year, with three to four flights a week. This is the first nonstop air service to Asia for Phoenix and Arizona. Gallego […]
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Sedona Airport honored as 2025 ADOT Airport of the Year
Community engagement, a focus on safety and sustainability, and upgrading a system providing weather conditions helped make Sedona Airport the state’s Airport of the Year for 2025. The Arizona Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Group noted General Manager Ed Rose’s efforts to keep the community informed about the airport’s value to safety and the area’s economy. […]
AzAA Recognizes Coffman’s Matt Quick with Award of Excellence
The Arizona Airports Association presented Matt Quick with the Corporate Member of the Year Award at its annual spring conference held in Pinetop-Lakeside at the end of April. Quick, who currently serves as Vice President and Principal with Coffman Associates, has made lasting positive impacts on airports in Arizona and within the organization. Quick has […]
Chandler Airport Manager Ryan Reeves Honored by Arizona Airports Association
Ryan Reeves, Airport Manager of Chandler Municipal Airport, has been named the 2025 Airport Executive of the Year by the Arizona Airports Association (AzAA). In addition to this prestigious honor, Reeves also was selected as the recipient of the AzAA’s 2025 President’s Award, recognizing his outstanding leadership and service to Arizona’s aviation community. “These awards […]
Gary Mascaro Retiring from Scottsdale Airport
After more than 26 incredible years in the aviation industry – including 15 years dedicated to Scottsdale Airport – Aviation Director Gary P. Mascaro is retiring. With Gary’s leadership, Scottsdale Airport has flourished, experiencing significant growth and national recognition as one of the premier general aviation airports in the country. His collaborative approach, strategic foresight, […]
Sedona Airport to Celebrate Being Named ADOT’s Airport of the Year
The Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority issued an invitation to the community to join them in celebrating Sedona Airport, being named the Arizona Department of Transportation’s (ADOT) Arizona Airport of the Year. The Authority noted that there have been significant changes over the past few years and achieving the award is both humbling and an honor. […]
Air France to Increase Phoenix Service to Five Times a Week
In May, Air France is increasing the number of times it flies from Phoenix to Paris to five times weekly. The new nonstop service between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris, France was launched May 23, 2024, and has been served three times a week. This marked the […]
Scottsdale Airport’s Future Is Taking Shape
Scottsdale Airport is shaping its future through an ongoing Airport Master Plan Update. With two key chapters drafted, Inventory of Existing Conditions and Aviation Activity Forecast, the public is invited to learn more about the airport’s current assets and anticipated aviation demand at an upcoming public workshop. The workshop takes place from 5 to 6:30 […]
NX Cub Selected by Embry-Riddle for Golden Eagles Precision Flight Team
CubCrafters has announced that the company’s certified NX Cub has been chosen by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as the new aircraft for their Golden Eagles Flight Team going forward. This collaboration marks a significant investment in the future of precision flight training and competition. The Golden Eagles Precision Flight Team, based at Embry-Riddle’s Prescott, Arizona campus, […]
City of Safford and Grand Canyon Airlines Partner to Provide Air Service to Phoenix
The City of Safford has announced a new partnership with Grand Canyon Airlines to offer air service between Safford and Phoenix. This collaboration will provide a more efficient travel option for both residents and visitors, enhancing connectivity and access to the Phoenix metropolitan area. “We are thrilled to partner with Grand Canyon Airlines to offer […]
