Arrive AI highlighted last week the strategic importance of Indiana’s selection as a newly designated federal Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) testing site. It’s the first such designation in more than a decade. Announced by U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, the designation places Indiana at the center of […]
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FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford Inducted into Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford was inducted into the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame on Sept. 27 in Carmel, Indiana. Honorees have made significant and enduring contributions to the history of aviation and aerospace in Indiana, the nation, or the world through achievement, leadership, exceptional service, innovation, or entrepreneurial spirit. “I am honored to be recognized […]
New Amelia Earhart Terminal Opens at Purdue University Airport
Photo above – The Purdue University Fire Department provides a water cannon salute Friday (Aug. 8) as a plane taxis at a ceremony marking the opening of the new Amelia Earhart Terminal at the Purdue University Airport. (Purdue University photo/Kelsey Lefever) History took flight August 8th with a special ceremony marking the opening of the […]
New Exhibit at IND Honors Indiana’s Legendary Contribution to Aviation
Aviation leaders from the Indianapolis Airport Authority and the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame gathered recently to dedicate a new exhibit at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) that honors and tells the rich history of Hoosiers in Flight. From the first flight at Kitty Hawk to the Apollo 11 mission, to Amelia Earhart, the Tuskegee […]
Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2025
The Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2025. The honorees are: These distinguished individuals made significant and enduring contributions to the history of aviation and aerospace in Indiana, the nation, and the world through their achievement, leadership, exceptional service, innovation, or entrepreneurial spirit. The Honorees will be inducted as the Indiana […]
Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2024
The Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame has announced the individuals for induction as the Aviation Hall of Fame Class of 2024. The 2024 Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame Honorees are: Joseph P. (“Joe”) Allen IV, PhD, NASA Astronaut Wilbur A. (“Wil”) Davis, Navy Veteran and Aviation Entrepreneur Larry W. Gross, Purdue University Aviation Educator, FAA […]
Purdue University, Surf Air Mobility and Southern Airways Express Enter Agreement for Air Service
Purdue University and Surf Air Mobility Inc. have agreed to begin scheduled commuter air service between West Lafayette/Purdue University Airport (LAF) and Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) with a target start date in early second quarter 2024. This marks the return of commercial air service for the first time since 2004 to LAF, Indiana’s second-busiest […]
Woolpert Marks Completion of $15M Runway Extension at Indianapolis Executive Airport
The Indianapolis Executive Airport unveiled its newly completed runway at a grand opening ceremony on Tuesday following a five-year, phased extension project. Woolpert led design for the $15 million project and provided construction management, planning, and material testing services. The new runway, extended from its original 5,500 feet to 7,000 feet, was designed to provide […]
Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame Releases Details of Honors Banquet
The Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame announced that Mario Rodrequez, Chief Executive Officer of the Indianapolis Airport Authority, will be the featured speaker at the Hall of Fame’s 2023 Honors Banquet on October 7, 2023, in Carmel, Indiana. Eight outstanding individuals will be inducted into the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame at the banquet. Under […]
Maria Muia – Confidently Navigating A Successful Career in the Aviation Industry
Photo above – Dr. Muia shares her enthusiasm for the opportunities in aviation planning at her Woolpert office to students considering aviation careers. (Courtesy photograph) Maria Muia is a Senior Aviation Planner and Aviation Research Scientist with Woolpert, based in Indianapolis. Woolpert has been in business for more than a century. In 1911, Charlton Putnam […]
