Jim Lomen has been named Manager of the San Fransisco Airports District Office (ADO). In making the announcement, Mark McClardy, Manager, Airports Division for FAA’s Western Pacific Region said he was pleased to welcome Lomen to the California post. A lifelong Alaskan, Lomen is a civil engineer who has earned a Masters of Business Administration […]
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California Highway Patrol Awards Competitive Bid to Mahindra Aerospace
Following a competitive process across available platforms, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) awarded Mahindra Aerospace the bid for the purchase of its Airvan 8. “With its proven performance in the areas of reconnaissance, surveillance, fire fighting and emergency evacuation,” stated Arvind Mehra, Executive Director and Global CEO of Mahindra Aerospace, “the Airvan 8 is the […]
Van Nuys Airport Breaks Ground on New Propeller Park
“The Park,” at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) broke ground on its $21-million, 30-acre propeller aircraft facility which will consolidate piston-driven planes and businesses into a full-service aviation community at the airport. Government officials, airport executives and community leaders, joined by the Van Nuys Propeller Association and “the Park” team, gathered for the ceremonial groundbreaking of […]
Van Nuys Airport to hold Groundbreaking for New Propeller Park
“The Park” at Van Nuys Airport will break ground on Monday, June 23rd at 5:30 p.m. for its $21-million, 30-acre propeller aircraft facility with a formal groundbreaking ceremony by airport executives, government officials and community leaders. Located on the old Air National Guard site, the new propeller aircraft facility is being constructed under the terms […]
Santa Barbara Airport Director Appointed
The Santa Barbara City Council confirmed the appointment of Hazel Johns as Airport Director. As Director, Ms. Johns will oversee the operations, maintenance, fiscal management, and long-term capital planning for the Santa Barbara Airport with a staff of 54 employees. Over 700,000 passengers begin or end their travel at the Airport. In addition to the […]
Legendary Fighter Pilot to Address Aviation Summit in Palm Springs
The 2014 Aviation Summit, set for October 31 – November 2, 2014, has announced that former United States Air Force fighter pilot, Major Brian Shul, will be one of the keynote speakers for this year’s event. Recently inducted into the Air Force’s Legends Hall of Fame, Shul flew more than 200 missions in the Vietnam War. Suffering […]
California to Hold 2nd Aviation Day at the Capitol
The second annual California Aviation Day will take place Wednesday, April 23, 2014 from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. on the north steps of the State Capitol. This event provides a statewide industry opportunity to promote the variety and vitality of aviation in California. The Association of California Airports (ACA), Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association […]
Modesto Airport Launches “DestinationLAX” Campaign
The City of Modesto and Modesto City-County Airport have launched a million-dollar pledge drive designed to bring nonstop air service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Modesto Airport (MOD). A major airline is interested in providing air service between the two cities, but wants assurances that the route will be successful. The nonbinding pledges […]
John Travolta to Host the 11th Annual Living Legends of Aviation® Awards
John Travolta will host the 11th Annual “Living Legends of Aviation”® Awards, presented by Bell Helicopter and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University on Friday January 17, 2014, at the Beverly Hilton. (Living Legends Photo) With more Legends and Celebrities confirmed to attend than ever, this most prestigious and important recognition event of aviation, the “Living Legends of […]
Katie Jones joins Sixel as Marketing and Community Outreach Consultant
Sixel Consulting Group, an air service development and airport marketing firm, has hired Katie Jones to provide marketing and community outreach services to the company’s West Coast clients. Jones comes to Sixel Consulting Group from San Diego International Airport, where she served as the Airport’s spokesperson and social media editor. She recently led outreach efforts […]
