The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) is shocked and extremely saddened to report the passing of veteran Miami Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT, MIA) controller and devoted Union member Narciso Torres, who was aboard a single-engine Cessna 172 that crash-landed Saturday on the Haulover Inlet Bridge north of Miami Beach, Fla. Torres served as […]
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A4A, NATA Congratulate TSA Administrator on Nomination for Second Term
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and Airlines for America (A4A), congratulated TSA Administrator David Pekoske on his nomination by President Biden for a second term. A4A President and CEO Nicholas Calio said for the past five years, Administrator Pekoske has done a tremendous job of leading TSA through the most challenging period in aviation […]
FAA Awards $4.4 Million in Drone Research Grants to Seven Universities
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced $4.4 million in drone research, education and training grants to seven universities. Research will focus on three areas: electromagnetic compatibility, detect and avoid classifications, and cybersecurity oversight. The universities receiving grants are University of North Dakota, University of Kansas, Drexel University, The Ohio State […]
Application Process Opens to Modernize Small Town, Regional Air Traffic Towers Using Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funds
The Federal Aviation Administration has opened the application process for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to modernize air traffic control towers at many small town and municipal airports. The FAA will fund projects that sustain, construct, repair, improve, modernize, replace or relocate airport-owned towers and install communications equipment. “Residents of smaller and rural communities rely on […]
NBAA Announces Chris Rocheleau as Incoming COO, With Steve Brown Retirement Approaching
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has announced that senior Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) executive Christopher J. Rocheleau has been named the association’s new chief operating officer, overseeing NBAA’s activities relating to aircraft and flight department operations, as well as the administrative, financial and human resources functions. Rocheleau will join NBAA in June, succeeding Steve […]
National Air and Space Museum Receives $25 Million Gift from Raytheon Technologies
The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum has received a $25 million gift from Raytheon Technologies to support the creation of its new “Living in the Space Age” exhibition. The exhibition is located in one of the museum’s three main halls and will show visitors how innovations in space technology have transformed their lives, and […]
GAMA Announces Staff Additions
Today, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced two additions to its staff: Joan Serra as Regulatory Affairs Manager – Europe, and Megan Brien as Manager of Meetings and Member Engagement. “We are proud to welcome both Joan and Megan to the GAMA team. They are both filling newly created positions to help us better […]
NBAA Marks the Passing of Former TSA Administrator Kip Hawley
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen issued the following statement on the passing of Edmund S. “Kip” Hawley, former administrator for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Hawley died March 21 at the age of 68. “In the aftermath of 9/11, Kip Hawley stepped forward to lead a new federal agency committed […]
RTCA Announces Board of Directors Changes
RTCA, Inc., the leader in the development of aviation operational performance standards, has announced the retirement of two outstanding members of the board of directors, Ms. Melissa Rudinger (AOPA) and Mr. Gregg Leone (MITRE). The company also announced the appointment of Ms. Carol Huegel and Mr. James Coon to the board. All changes are effective […]
Top FAA Safety Official Nolen to Serve as Acting FAA Administrator
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration has named Billy Nolen to serve as acting FAA Administrator after FAA Administrator Steve Dickson departs at the end of March. Deputy Administrator Bradley Mims will also take on an expanded role during this interim period, focusing on the FAA’s workforce and the nation’s airports. Nolen is […]
