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 […]
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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 […]
NCDOT and Partners capturing Helene Impacts from the Sky
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation is using aircraft to capture imagery, assess infrastructure, and assist with disaster relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene. A range of aviation resources have been deployed in Western North Carolina, including N.C. National Guard aircraft, NCDOT’s aerial imagery planes and drones, and private organizations making […]
A Special Note from the Asheville Regional Airport President + CEO in Regard to Helene Relief
Dear friends in Western North Carolina, I know this past week has been filled with unimaginable tragedy and anguish for many. For those who were spared the most harsh effects of Helene, we now begin to move beyond the initial, paralyzing phase of disaster into what follows next – a humbling sigh of relief, but […]
NCDOT Division of Aviation Actively Engaged in Aviation Coordination in Helene Impacted Western NC
The extraordinary outpouring of support for North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene has been unprecedented, with airports, the military, pilots, airfield operations staff, and community organizations stepping up across the state and country. These groups have delivered essential supplies such as food, water, medications and baby formula to some of the most affected […]
Drone Express Celebrates Successful Launch in Winston-Salem
Drone Express is celebrating the successful launch of its Winston-Salem operations, which officially began on Friday, September 13th, 2024. This historic moment marked the unveiling of Drone Express’s new marketplace and mobile application, bringing residents a faster, eco-friendly way to receive their everyday essentials. The grand opening featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Greater Winston Salem, […]
Summer Surge in Travel to Eastern North Carolina Fueled by Demand, New Air Service and Terminal Expansion
Eastern North Carolina and Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) have seen a remarkable year-over-year rise in travel, with a 47% growth in passenger traffic to the airport and surrounding area this summer. Between May and August 2024, more than 2.1 million people visited Craven County. The increased demand for travel to our region, coupled with […]
