The Board of Trustees are pleased to share that the National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has been awarded $16,000 from the Ohio History Fund, a grant program of the Ohio History Connection. With these funds, the NAHF is providing immersive and engaging experiences in their state-of-the-art facility in Dayton. The generous $16,000 grant supports […]
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Flagship Valor: American Airlines Debuts Flying Tribute to Medal of Honor Recipients
Last week on National Medal of Honor Day, American Airlines debuted a new livery dedicated to recipients of the Medal of Honor. Flagship Valor — an Airbus A321 aircraft with a special wrap — is a flying tribute dedicated to recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest award for military valor in action. The […]
Landrum & Brown Appoints Rob Adams as New President
Global aviation consulting firm Landrum & Brown has appointed a new president, Rob Adams, effective April 1, 2022. Adams has been with L&B since 1995 and currently serves as Executive Vice President. He has played a key role in some of the firm’s highest-profile projects across the United States, including preparations for the Sustainable Airport […]
Top FAA Safety Official Nolen to Serve as Acting FAA Administrator
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration has named Billy Nolen to serve as acting FAA Administrator after FAA Administrator Steve Dickson departs at the end of March. Deputy Administrator Bradley Mims will also take on an expanded role during this interim period, focusing on the FAA’s workforce and the nation’s airports. Nolen is […]
TSA Enables Residents to Use Mobile Driver’s License for Verification at Phoenix Sky Harbor Int’l Airport
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), in collaboration with the State of Arizona and Apple, deployed a new technology that allows airline passengers to use their state-issued mobile driver’s license or mobile identification card in Apple Wallet on iPhone or Apple Watch to verify their identity for airport security screening purposes. Individuals at Phoenix Sky Harbor […]
Southwest Florida Int’l Airport Reports February Traffic
During February, 1,149,618 passengers traveled through Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers. This was an increase of 58 percent compared to February 2021. Year-to-date, passenger traffic is up 55 percent compared to last year. The traffic leader in February was Delta with 210,182 total passengers. Rounding out the top five airlines were Southwest […]
Aviation Associations Mark Passing of Longtime Aviation Advocate Rep. Don Young
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen hailed U.S. House Rep. Don Young (R-AK) for his steadfast service to his country, and his passionate commitment to promoting aviation, upon news of the long-tenured congressman’s passing March 18 at age 88. “Don Young was a vigorous advocate for our nation’s aviation industry throughout […]
Aeronautics Commission Staffer Recognized for 25 Years of Service to Oklahoma
At its meeting on Wednesday, March 9, the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission recognized Sandra Shelton for her 25 years of service to the State of Oklahoma by presenting her with a commendation from Governor Kevin Stitt and state service pin. Sandra Shelton started her service with the State of Oklahoma when she was hired by the […]
AERO Oklahoma Set to Soar March 30 at State Capitol
On Wednesday, March 30, 2022, from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm, the aviation and aerospace industry will assemble at the State Capitol for “AERO Oklahoma” Aviation, Aerospace & Defense Awareness Day. The purpose of the day is to recognize Oklahoma’s aviation, aerospace, and defense industry as a vital economic engine for our state. It is […]
Pilots Recognized for Completing “Fly North Dakota Airports” Passport Program
Photo above – Left to right are, Kyle Wanner – ND Aeronautics Commission, Steve Martens, Robert Sprague, Ethan Sprague, Bob Simmers, Justin Weninger – ND Aviation Association. Earlier this month seventeen pilots were presented with awards for participating in the “Fly North Dakota Airports” Passport Program. The passport program presents awards to pilots for flying […]
