NUAIR and the Niagara Military Affairs Council (NIMAC) showcased NUAIR’s fully operational Surveillance-as-a-Service (SaaS) network in Western New York, demonstrating how agencies and departments can start flying safer and more economically right now—without lengthy buildouts or custom integrations. During the event, state and local public-safety teams, infrastructure inspectors, and federal partners watched real-time low-altitude airspace […]
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More than $21 Million In Federal Funding Announced for 16 Airports Across New York State
Federal funding in the amount of $21,155,843 was announced last week to upgrade airport facilities and equipment at 16 airports across New York State. This federal funding was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program and will help fund projects that strengthen safety measures, modernize terminals, and enhance passenger experience at New York’s […]
NBAA 2025 White Plains Forum Thrills a Record-Setting Crowd
Held under sunny June skies, the 2025 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) White Plains Regional Forum was a blockbuster event, marked by an enthusiastic, overflowing crowd, a sold-out exhibit floor, a completely full aircraft showcase and a series of expert-led, standing-room-only panel discussions on the industry’s hottest topics. “NBAA’s White Plains Regional Forum brought together […]
First Upstate NY Air Traffic Control Collegiate Program Certified to FAA Qualifications
Photo above – Reggie Wilson, an Air Traffic Control major at SUNY Schenectady, with the new Air Traffic Control Simulator at SUNY Schenectady. Reggie moved to the Schenectady, New York area, from Dallas, Texas, to complete the ATC program at SUNY Schenectady. SUNY Schenectady County Community College and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have signed […]
Tom Kendrick Named Chief Executive Officer of Engineering at McFarland Johnson
McFarland Johnson Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Thomas Kendrick, Chief Executive Officer of Engineering (CEO) for the employee-owned company, effective February 1, 2025. “After an extensive and rigorous national search, the Board is pleased to announce Thomas Kendrick as our new CEO. With his exceptional skills and vast experience, Tom is […]
SUNY Schenectady Takes the Lead in Training Future Air Traffic Controllers with New ATC Simulator
Photo above – Reggie Wilson, Air Traffic Control student at SUNY Schenectady, tries the new Air Traffic Control simulator at SUNY Schenectady during a special unveiling on Jan. 29, 2025. Photo Credit: SUNY Schenectady SUNY Schenectady has unveiled its new Air Traffic Control simulator, as the College continues to be at the forefront of aviation […]
Aviation Businesses Finish Strong in 2024, Look for Continued Growth and Success in 2025
By Kim Stevens Photo above – Kinexis Consulting LLC, a New Jersey-based firm, established in 2016 performed well and met its goals in 2024. For three very diverse aviation businesses, 2024 had one thing in common – each performed well. “2024 has been a great year for us with a very strong 4th quarter,” […]
Heart Aerospace to Conduct First Fully Electric Experimental Flight in Plattsburgh, NY
Heart Aerospace, the Swedish hybrid -electric airplane maker, plans to conduct the first fully electric experimental flight of its demonstrator airplane, Heart Experimental 1 (Heart X1), at upstate New York’s Plattsburgh International Airport in 2025. The first experimental flight of Heart X1, which is set to become the largest fully electric aircraft ever to fly, […]
NUAIR and SRAA Celebrate New Headquarters and Highlight Central New York’s Leadership in Advanced Air Mobility and Drone Innovation
Photo above – Central New York welcomes Assemblymembers Magnarelli, Hunter, and Stirpe along with key partners and industry leaders for the ribbon cutting of NUAIR’s new headquarters in Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Just outside the glass doors of Terminal A at Syracuse Hancock International Airport, NUAIR’s newly established headquarters sits immediately next to the NUAIR […]
Airport Police Chief Selected by the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority
Steven Baldwin Associates announced the selection of Mr. Justin Baum as Airport Police Chief for the Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) in Syracuse, New York. Baum currently serves as an Officer with the Syracuse Hancock International Airport’s police department and has been a valued contributor to the department’s growth and success. Through his servant leadership […]
