The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) in partnership with OAIRE, the Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education, hosted a professional development event and drone build for Oklahoma aerospace teachers on Feb. 27-28. The event, held at Oklahoma State University, highlighted the state’s commitment to “pushing the boundaries of flight.” The strategic partnership […]
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Tennessee Aeronautics Commission and TDOT Aeronautics Announce 2025 Airport Award Recipients
The Tennessee Aeronautics Commission (TAC) and the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Aeronautics Division have announced the recipients of the 2025 Tennessee Airport Awards, recognizing exceptional achievement, leadership, and long-standing contributions to aviation across the state. Each year, these awards honor airports, governing bodies, and aviation professionals whose work strengthens airport operations, enhances safety, and […]
Careers and Opportunities Discovered at the 8th Annual Women’s Aviation Career Symposium
The Women’s Aviation Career Symposium (WACS) celebrated their eighth year that included over 225 participants and more than $53,000 in scholarships awarded to women pursuing careers in aviation. The annual professional career conference for women – from high school juniors through retirees – took place at Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation. WACS brought together […]
Asheville Regional Airport Posts Second-Highest Year in History with 2.24 Million Passengers in 2025
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) served 2,240,877 million passengers in 2025, marking the second-busiest year of passenger utilization in the airport’s history. This achievement underscores the region’s continued demand for air travel and highlights AVL as a vital and resilient gateway to western North Carolina. Despite significant challenges, including impacts from Hurricane Helene and ongoing terminal […]
Electra Joins Virginia Smart Airspace Program to Establish National Blueprint for Advanced Air Mobility Instrument Flight Rules
Photo – Electra’s Direct Aviation model uses the nine-passenger EL9 Ultra Short aircraft, which can take off and land in as little as 150 feet, to unlock thousands of new Ultra Short access points – including fields, parking lots, and underutilized runways – bringing air travel closer to where people live, work, and play. Credit: […]
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport Remains the Fastest-Growing Major Airport in the United States
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation has announced that Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) remains the fastest-growing major airport in the United States for the second year in a row, according to the latest U.S. Department of Transportation data. The data confirms PVD is the fastest-growing major airport in the United States by […]
North Carolina Proposes Participation in FAA Electric Aviation Pilot Program
The N.C. Department of Transportation Division of Aviation has submitted a proposal to participate in the Federal Aviation Administration’s Electric Aviation Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), an initiative designed to support the safe integration of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL), such as air taxis, and advanced air mobility (AAM) technologies into the national airspace. […]
MDOT Announces Award Winners for Outstanding Achievements in Michigan Aviation
At the 2026 Michigan Airport Conference held in East Lansing Feb. 18-19, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced the award winners for achievements in promoting and improving aviation in the state. These awards are presented to airports and consultants who have been nominated by MDOT Office of Aeronautics staff and airport community members. “Congratulations […]
“Art in the Airport” Returns to AVL — Call for Local Artists Now Open
Photo – Asheville Regional Airport’s art gallery space, located in the new North Concourse past the security checkpoint featuring the “Mountain Memories” exhibit (June 25- October 30, 2026). Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has announced the return of its beloved Art in the Airport program, a rotating exhibit that celebrates the vibrant creative spirit of western […]
GSP Recognized as Best Small Airport in North America by Customers in 2025
Thanks to feedback from passengers, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) has once again been recognized among the best airports in North America, earning five honors in the Airport Council International Airport Service Quality awards. GSP President/CEO Kevin Howell thanked their travelers for sharing their experiences and their dedicated GSP team members who “go above and beyond” […]
