McFarland Johnson (MJ), a leading planning and engineering consulting firm in the aviation industry, has announced the appointment of Fin Bonset as the National Planning Director. Based in Melbourne, FL, Fin will oversee the company’s continued growth nationally, managing a team of multi-disciplined planning professionals delivering successful aviation, sustainability, and economic development planning projects across […]
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Piper M700 FURY Earns Type Certification by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration
Piper Aircraft, Inc. announced today the type certification of its new flagship aircraft, the Piper M700 FURY, by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, achieved on February 29, 2024. This certification is a significant milestone for Piper Aircraft, coming quickly after the new aircraft’s announcement on February 6, 2024. Customer deliveries will begin immediately. With a […]
Boca Raton Airport Lights the Way to Improve Runway Safety
The Boca Raton Airport’s (BCT) enduring commitment to ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility continues with the completion of the airfield lighting and signage upgrades with state-of-the-art LED technology. BCT contracted with Hypower, LLC for the Airfield Lighting and Signage Upgrade project. The project worth approximately $2.5 million consisted of the […]
Piper Announces the M700 FURY – The Fastest Single-Engine Piper Aircraft Ever Built
Piper Aircraft, Inc. has announced a new model in its PA46 line of high-performance aircraft—the Piper M700 FURY—a single-engine, 700 shaft horsepower, cabin-class turboprop. The Piper M700 FURY represents the first step towards a new generation of the M-Class family, outperforming past PA46 models and several competitive aircraft in performance, operational cost efficiencies, and overall […]
Boca Raton Airport Hosts Memorable Dinner & Reception to Honor 75th Anniversary
The Boca Raton Airport recently dazzled attendees with the 75th Anniversary Dinner & Reception held within the Signature Flight Support hangar. The event featured a cocktail reception, a first-class dinner, captivating experiences, and exciting presentations throughout the evening. The exclusive reception welcomed current and past board members, employees, tenants, and city and state officials who […]
AOPA’s Air Safety Institute Releases New Real Pilot Story
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s Air Safety Institute (ASI) has released a new episode in its popular Real Pilot Story video series. In the latest video, Real Pilot Story: Trouble Over Paradise, Cessna Caravan pilot Ken Allen experiences piercing pain to the right side of his head during an otherwise routine flight. A quick-thinking […]
Boca Raton Airport Authority’s Annual Toys for Tots Drive Spreads Holiday Joy for the Seventh Consecutive Year
In a heartening tradition marking its seventh year, the Boca Raton Airport Authority, along with dedicated Airport Tenants including Atlantic Aviation, Boca Aircraft Maintenance, Boomers, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Privaira, Reliable Jet Maintenance, Lynn University, Civil Air Patrol, and Signature Aviation, has once again rallied the community for its annual Toys for Tots toy drive. […]
Boca Raton Airport Receives City Proclamation, Celebrates 75 Years of Innovation, Community, and Growth
The Boca Raton Airport is celebrating 75 years of service, and to commemorate this significant milestone, the city of Boca Raton presented the Boca Raton Airport Authority with a proclamation honoring its history and contribution to the City and region. Boca Raton Mayor Scot Singer has officially recognized December 28 as the 75th Anniversary of […]
Piper Aircraft Announces New Fleet Agreement with AeroGuard Flight Training Center
Piper Aircraft has announced that AeroGuard Flight Training has placed an order for ninety (90) new Archer TX aircraft. The addition of these new Piper trainers will almost double AeroGuard’s fleet size, bringing it to over 200 aircraft. AeroGuard Flight Training Center has four campus locations, three in the U.S and one in Saudi Arabia. […]
Tabula USA Expands Team in Continued Commitment to US Growth
Tabula USA, a leader in agricultural technology, strengthens its US presence with two key additions to its team: Dennis McMonigle and Brad Ausborn, who join as Aviation Sales Managers. Brad Ausborn brings over 30 years of farming experience and a diverse background in aviation, including work with general aviation, corporate aircraft, and EMS helicopters. Combining […]