Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) will welcome local musicians to the airport during the holidays. These instrumentalists will play original and traditional festive music for the enjoyment of passengers, visitors and employees. From classical pianists and a jazz duo to a harp/cello duo, there will be a variety of styles and genres to enjoy. “Every year, […]
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AOPA President Mark Baker Awarded First Flight Society Honorary Membership for Aviation Contributions
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association President Mark Baker has been named an Honorary Member of the First Flight Society. The program recognizes those luminaries who have achieved national recognition in aviation. “We are honored to recognize Mark’s many contributions to aviation,” said Mike Fonseca, President of the First Flight Society. “AOPA’s mantra is ‘your […]
Jeffrey Bourk Selected to Lead Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
The New Hanover County Airport Authority Board has named Jeffrey Bourk as ILM’s new Airport Director. Bourk will begin in this new role on January 3, 2022. “We received 107 applications after a nationwide search, and Mr. Bourk stood out to all of us with his 25 years in airport business and operations management, the […]
Jeffrey Bourk Selected to Lead Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
The New Hanover County Airport Authority Board has named Jeffrey Bourk as ILM’s new Airport Director. Bourk will begin in this new role on January 3, 2022. “We received 107 applications after a nationwide search, and Mr. Bourk stood out to all of us with his 25 years in airport business and operations management, the […]
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Celebrating New Fire & Rescue Facility, 90th Anniversary
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) has announced the completion of its new Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) facility, an event that coincides with the celebration of the airport’s 90th anniversary. The AARF facility is the culmination of a multi-year plan to increase the capability of the airport’s on-site firefighting team while making way for […]
Rep. Ted Budd Tours Raleigh Regional Airport; Sees Firsthand, Economic Impact
Photo above – from left are, Ryan Combs, Executive Director of the Research Triangle Regional Partnership (RTRP), Dale Reynolds, Person County EDC Vice Chairman, Rep. Budd, Bill Tougas, airport manager and Gordon Powell, Chairman, Person County Board of Commissioners. Photos by Kim Stevens. Rep. Ted Budd (R-NC) toured the Raleigh Regional Airport at Person County […]
Flytrex Expands On-Demand Drone Food Delivery Service to Holly Springs, North Carolina
Flytrex, a leader in on-demand drone delivery for food and retail, today announced the expansion of its drone delivery service to Holly Springs, North Carolina. In partnership with Causey Aviation Unmanned, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), The Town of Holly Springs, and Kite Realty Group Trust, Flytrex has […]
NCDOT Launches the 2022 Aviation Art Contest
The N.C. Department of Transportation is encouraging children and teenagers to show off their artistic work by taking part in the 2022 Aviation Art Contest. This year’s theme is “Design Your Perfect Aircraft”. All North Carolina students born between Jan. 1, 2004, and Dec. 31, 2015 are welcome to submit their entries now through Jan. […]
Raleigh Executive Jetport Hosts U.S. Aircraft Expo
A static display of aircraft from some of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers and dealers joined forces on Friday and Saturday at Raleigh Executive Jetport. The latest models of general aviation aircraft were on display for the free, two-day showcase, just one of 12 in the nation, and the only expo scheduled this year on […]
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Wins National Award for Website Redesign
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport’s website, www.flyewn.com, has been selected as a 2021 Gold Award Winner in the category of Best Transportation Website Design by w3’s Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts judging committee. “The new site represents one of EWN’s many successful technological initiatives. It’s designed to engage both outbound and inbound travelers and it […]
