Airport leaders from across the State gathered at the Autry Technology Center in Enid on Wednesday for the Oklahoma Airport Operators Association (OAOA) Quarterly General Membership Meeting. While the agenda included many topics related to legislative advocacy, industry promotion and outreach, and airport development initiatives, the Association took the most pride in celebrating the inaugural […]
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Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission approves $1.2M Grant to Pauls Valley Municipal Airport
The Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission approved a state grant for a project identified in the Commission’s Airport Construction Program at Pauls Valley Municipal Airport. The project consists of constructing a 100’ x 100’ hangar as part of the 2022 Statewide Hangar Grant Program which will spur economic development and increase capacity for based and transient aircraft […]
Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority Hires New VP of Finance and Administration
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has hired Sylvester Lavender as its new Vice President Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer. Lavender, who will begin his new position on August 15, currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Denver International Airport (DEN). In his new role, he will manage MSCAA’s strategic business, prepare […]
North Dakota Airline Passenger Boardings up 31% in First Half of 2022
North Dakota’s air travel demand during the summer months remains strong as residents and visitors take advantage of the state’s air service opportunities. During the first half of calendar year 2022, North Dakota’s eight commercial service airports provided a total of 497,322 passenger boardings. This is a growth of 118,498 passengers or a 31% increase […]
Steve Blazek Appointed to North Dakota Aeronautics Commission
Steve Blazek was recently appointed by Governor Burgum to serve on the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission for a 5-year appointment that became effective on July 1st, 2022. Steve is a Senior Vice President of Business Banking at First International Bank & Trust in Fargo. He has more than 38 years of experience in the banking […]
Baldwin Safety & Compliance Welcomes First Graduating Class RedTail Flight Academy Intern
Baldwin Safety & Compliance announced it has initiated an internship program and welcomes Anthony Gilbert, a recent graduate of the RedTail Flight Academy, to the six-week placement. Donald Baldwin, President, Baldwin Safety & Compliance said, “I have always believed that internships are an excellent opportunity to introduce students to our industry and provide a foundation […]
Aero Club Foundation of Washington Announces Scholarship Winners of 2022
The Aero Club Foundation of Washington has selected five scholarship recipients for 2022: Zoe Denito of Rockville, MD; Patrick Gilbert of Fairfax, VA; Diedonne Kazzembe of Washington, DC; Keiri Sanchez of Washington, DC; and Shae Stonemeier of Wheaton, MD. The Aero Club Foundation is proud to support each recipient as they pursue their next step […]
ACT and Society of American Military Engineers Inspire Students at Camp Lejeune
In June, the team from Aviation Careers Technology, LLC (ACT) led students at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC through a competition using NEXTGEN technology as well as giving them the opportunity to learn about ADS-B and the future of aviation. Students came from as far away as Ireland to immerse their passion for STEM while […]
Unique Flight Demos to Highlight Air Shows Throughout Week at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022
Military demonstration teams, jetliners, and unique aircraft of all types will be part of the weeklong aerial display lineup at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 25-31. The 69th edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s fly-in convention will be held at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “This year at Oshkosh is unique with the number of […]
MAMA Celebrates Half Century of Service
The Massachusetts Airport Management Association (MAMA) is kicking off its 50th Anniversary this month. Among activities to celebrate the milestone year will be a presentation of the organization’s history during the Annual MAMA Conference at the MGM Grand Hotel in Springfield, MA, October 23-25. MAMA was created back in 1972 as successor to the former […]
