The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) Foundation has awarded 25 grants and scholarships to boost the industry’s next generation of business aviation leaders. The learning opportunities for these future aviation industry leaders represented approximately $100,000 from the foundation. Fourteen young resale professionals involved in IADA’s NextGen initiative were awarded grants for various resale industry opportunities. […]
Idaho
ITD Central Lab’s Paint Trash is Aero’s Treasure
Safety is a top priority, especially when it comes to the upkeep of Idaho’s 32 backcountry airstrips. Clear markers are key for helping pilots land safely so they can enjoy the Gem State’s great outdoors. The Idaho Transportation Department’s (ITD) Division of Aeronautics is responsible for airstrip maintenance and making sure those markers are easy […]
Magic Valley Regional Airport Transforms Airport Security Program
Twin Falls Airport, officially known as Magic Valley Regional Airport (TWF), is a vital gateway to southern Idaho, offering convenient access to the region’s scenic landscapes and growing business hubs. A year ago, TWF began offering two nonstop flights to Salt Lake City International Airport operated by Delta partner SkyWest Airlines in the Embraer E175. […]
Annual ACE Academy Brings Aviation Careers to 32 Idaho Students
The Idaho Division of Aeronautics held their annual ACE (Aviation Career Education) Academy June 26-28, presenting aviation career options to 32 Idaho high schoolers from around the state. “After months of planning and coordinating, the ACE Academy was a great success!” said coordinator Shelly Towner. “The teamwork was one of the best I have experienced […]
Students Showcase Artistic Skills to Win Idaho Aviation Art Contest
Artwork above by Kate, age 16-18, First Place. A dozen Idaho students ages 5 to 18 recently had their artwork selected to win the 2024 Aviation Art Contest through the Idaho Division of Aeronautics. The contest was held this spring, with submitted artwork depicting the theme “Careers in Aerospace.” Winners and runners-up were chosen in […]
Daher Increases Production Capacity for Kodiak Multi-Role Aircraft in Sandpoint, Idaho
Daher’s Aircraft Division announced the startup of increased production capacity for its Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900 multi-role utility aircraft at the company’s manufacturing and final assembly facility in Sandpoint, Idaho. This Kodiak production evolution was detailed by Nicolas Chabbert, Senior Vice President of Daher’s Aircraft Division, during the company’s show-opening press conference at the […]
AircraftExchange Tops $60 Billion in Biz Aircraft Resales; Celebrates 5th Anniversary
Photo above courtesy of Asian Sky Group The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) is observing the fifth anniversary of AircraftExchange.com, the organization’s exclusive business aircraft online search portal. Utilizing the portal in the past five years, IADA dealers have sold over 6,500 aircraft worth $60 billion. It is the only site where every aircraft listed […]
Idaho Students Invited to Display Skills in Aviation Art Contest
Idaho students age 5-18 are encouraged to demonstrate their artistic skills under the theme “Careers in Aerospace” in the annual Aviation Art Contest through the Idaho Division of Aeronautics. The contest is open now through April 5, with winners announced May 3. Age-group winners (categories listed below) received the following awards/recognition: First place winners: Invitation […]
Governor’s “Leading Idaho” Funds Nezperce Airport Runway Widening
Earlier in August, $357,340 in Leading Idaho funds created runway widening improvements at the Nezperce Airport in north-central Idaho. The runway was widened from 30 feet to 50 feet, addressing a width deficiency identified in the 2003 planning study, while also providing a strong, smooth pavement surface that should last 20 years. Three agricultural crop […]
Tom Mahoney takes reins as new Idaho Aeronautics Administrator
Tom Mahoney, an Idaho pilot with more than three decades of aviation experience in the Gem State, took over May 15 as the new Idaho Division of Aeronautics Administrator. He replaces Jeff Marker, who is retiring in early June after nine years with the department and four years as Aero’s Administrator. In leaving, Marker stated […]
