A federal grant awarded last week will enable state transportation officials to create a program that better guides the agency’s use of drones when it responds to natural disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Florence. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced the award of a $1.1 million grant to the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of […]
North Carolina
Aeronautics Director to Take On New Challenge as Division Engineer for NCDOT
Rebecca Gallas, the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation Director, will be transitioning throughout December into her new role as Division Engineer for NCDOT Division 5. NCDOT’s Assistant Unit Head for Photogrammetry Nick Short, PE will serve as the interim Aviation Director. Moving up in NCDOT is a bittersweet transition for Gallas, whose […]
NC Universities and NCDOT Partner on Air Mobility and Drone Innovation
North Carolina is paving the way for a new era of air transportation. The N.C. Department of Transportation has formed the University Transportation Center of Excellence for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), bringing together top universities to redefine how we transport people and goods through innovative aviation technologies. This initiative brings […]
First Flight Society Announces 2024 Class of Honorary Members
The First Flight Society announces two new Honorary Lifetime Members: Dr Peggy Chabrian, the founder of Women in Aviation International and aerobatic national champion Michael Goulian. Dr. Chabrian is the founder of Women in Aviation International and was the first president from 1994 until September 2019. WAI is an organization dedicated to the advancement and […]
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Anticipates Record Holiday Travel Season
The 2024 holiday travel season is expected to be one of the busiest nationwide, and Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) is excited to welcome an increase in passenger traffic after an inspiring year of growth, including the launch of a new airline, major terminal improvements, and increased service over last season, adding 76 extra flights […]
DEXA Achieves Key FAA Waiver, Advancing BVLOS Drone Deliveries
DEXA (Drone Express) has announced that it has been granted FAA’s Part 107 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver in Winston Salem, North Carolina. This significant milestone allows DEXA to expand its drone delivery operations and bring faster, more convenient service to a broader customer base. The BVLOS waiver enables DEXA’s drones to fly […]
Laurinburg-Maxton Airport Receives $1 Million from FAA for New Terminal Building
Laurinburg-Maxton Airport has announced that it has been awarded a grant of $1 million from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to assist with the construction of a new terminal building. This funding will help significantly enhance the airport’s facilities, improve passenger services, and support the growing demand for general aviation in the region. The new […]
Lift Off! Your Vision, Your Art, in the 2025 Aviation Art Contest
Grab your colored pencils, crayons, and paints and let your imagination take flight! The N.C. Department of Transportation is soaring into the 2025 Aviation Art Contest, and this year’s theme, “Women with Wings,” is all about celebrating the pioneering women who were trailblazers in aviation, such as pilots, skydivers or women who built and maintained […]
North Carolina Airports Receive Federal Funds to Modernize Terminals and Enhance Travel Experiences
North Carolina airports have received over $29 million from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Terminal Program for terminal upgrades and improvements that will enhance passengers’ experiences and create quality jobs in the aviation industry. “North Carolina airports are essential connectors for communities, businesses and economic growth across the state,” said Becca Gallas, director of the […]
ONEflight International Partners with Lainey Wilson to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts in Western North Carolina
In a heartwarming display of community support, ONEflight International has teamed up with country music star Lainey Wilson to fill a jet with essential supplies to deliver to victims of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. This mission, which took flight on October 22nd, aimed to uplift the spirits of first responders and volunteers dedicated […]
