The six general aviation airports operated by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) grew their operations in 2021 by 8% collectively—an increase to 352,195, or 26,151 more takeoffs and landings compared to 2020. “The strong demand for our general aviation system did not wane over the past year,” said Brian Ryks, CEO of the MAC. “Our […]
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MSP Airport Launches Healthy Meal Vending Machines
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) has expanded its award-winning concession program with the debut of Farmer’s Fridge, an innovative vending machine brand that sells fresh and healthy meal options. The smart-tech refrigerated vending units offer a menu of fresh salads, meal bowls, and healthy snacks, with a focus on premium and fresh ingredients. The company […]
Cirrus Aircraft Reveals the 2022 G6 SR Series
Cirrus Aircraft has revealed the 2022 G6 SR Series featuring a refined aircraft design with reduced drag for increased fuel efficiency, Cirrus IQ™ mobile app updates and the freedom to pair premium Xi aesthetic options. The 2022 G6 SR reaches all new levels of sophistication, performance and customer convenience. “The model year 2022 G6 SR […]
Piper Aircraft Expands Brand Ambassador Program to Include Minnesota State University – Mankato
Piper Aircraft, Inc. announced the expansion of its brand ambassador program to include Minnesota State University at Mankato (MNSU). Piper Brand Ambassadors leverage their social media channels to promote their individual pilot training journey and act as advocates for the aviation industry. The program is designed to increase awareness of the aviation degree paths offered […]
Joseph Hennessy Named Integrated Operations Director at the Metropolitan Airports Commission
Chad Leqve, vice president of management and operations at the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), has named Joseph Hennessy as the organization’s first integrated operations director. “Joe Hennessy brings to the job a strong background in aviation safety, management and collaborative process development,” Leqve said. “Joe’s inclusive, data-driven, servant-leader approach to challenges and opportunities will be […]
St. Paul Teacher Selected as the 2021 A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Educator of the Year
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) recently announced that Caroline Little, Space Foundation Teacher Liaison, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Teacher Innovator Institute Fellow, and NASA Wearable Equipment to Avert Radiation Mentor, can now add the NAHF’s 2021 A. Scott Crossfield Educator of the Year to her impressive resume. The Crossfield Award, […]
Ryan Latham Appointed President of AWI-AMI
Ryan Latham has been named president of Aerospace Welding Incorporated and Aerospace Manufacturing Incorporated (AWI-AMI) aviation companies within the Hartzell family of companies. He brings more than 25 years of manufacturing experience and a proven track record in aerospace leadership to the operation located in Eagan, Minn. “We are pleased that Ryan has assumed the […]
Scott Skramstad Named Director of MSP Airport Terminal and Landside Operations
Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) Management and Operations Vice President Chad Leqve today announced that Scott Skramstad has been selected to direct terminal and landside operations for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). “Scott Skramstad is a proven leader whose knowledge, experience and vision will be invaluable in our continued efforts to ensure safe, efficient, customer-centric terminal, […]
MnDOT Partners with NASA to Plan for Future of Aviation and Advanced Air Mobility
The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced that it will partner with NASA in an effort to plan for the future of aviation where advanced technology cargo aircraft and passenger air taxi services provide more dynamic aviation options to serve Minnesota’s communities. “These new electric, vertical take-off aircraft are currently undergoing testing, maturing quickly, and represent […]
MissionGO & Minnesota Team Transports World’s First Human Pancreas via Unmanned Aircraft
MissionGO, LifeSource and Mercy Hospital, part of the Allina Health system, have announced the first-ever test flight carrying a human pancreas via an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) conducted on May 5. Following a moment of silence led by Lead Pilot Ryan Henderson to honor the donor hero, this historic flight transported a research pancreas from […]
