The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced the winners of the Louisiana Airport of the Year, David Slayter Memorial Aviation Professional of the Year, and Allen Taylor Legacy awards. The awards were presented on October 7 at the 2025 Louisiana Airport Managers and Associates Annual Conference held in Lake Charles, Louisiana. “On behalf […]
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675 Girls and Family Members Attend 11th Annual Girls in Aviation Day at Lone Star Flight Museum
A record-breaking 675 future aviators and STEM leaders and their families attended Girls in Aviation Day on Saturday, Sept. 20, presented by ExxonMobil at the Lone Star Flight Museum at Ellington Airport in Houston. A total of 391 young people ages 8 to 17, were accompanied by nearly 300 scout troop and group leaders and […]
ALDOT Awards More Than $2M in Grants to Improve Local Airports
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has awarded more than $2 million in state grants to support improvement projects at 27 local airports. The grants are part of ALDOT’s Alabama Airport Improvement Funding Program. The program provides financial assistance and technical support to public-use airports across the state. Eligible projects may include land acquisition, runway […]
Airport of the Year awards announced by IDOT Highlighting Commitment to Safety, Customer Satisfaction
Reflecting the importance and strength of the Illinois aviation system, six airports have received Airport of the Year awards from the Illinois Department of Transportation. The awards were presented last week during the Illinois Public Airports Association fall conference in Galena. “Our airports connect us to the world, one of the many reasons why Illinois […]
Jackson County Airport Completes Critical Runway 4/22 Reconstruction Project
Jackson County Airport (33V) in Walden, Colorado, announced the completion of the full reconstruction of the airport’s runway 4/22. The project ensures long-term safety and efficiency for aviation users across Colorado’s North Park region and enhances critical emergency access to the area. Located one mile north of Walden, Jackson County Airport serves as a vital […]
Colorado Division of Aeronautics Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Aviation Education Grant Program
The Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics has announced the launch of the 2026 Colorado Aviation Education Grant Program. The application window is now open to eligible candidates with a deadline of December 15th, 2025 for submission. The purpose and intent of this aviation education program is to support education programs, projects, and initiatives […]
ZenaTech Signs Offer to Acquire Colorado Land Surveying Firm Expanding DaaS Business
ZenaTech, Inc. announced that it has signed an offer to acquire a long-established Colorado-based land surveying firm with a portfolio developers, municipalities, and utilities customers. When closed, this will mark ZenaTech’s first DaaS location in its Central West US region, expanding the company’s rapidly growing national presence. The firm to be acquired has a well-respected […]
New Pilot Program Supports Drones for First Responders
Ohio’s most recent operating budget, which took effect July 1, 2025, created a Drones for First Responders Pilot Program to support the use of drones by law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services. Drones as First Responders programs utilize pre-positioned or immediately dispatchable drones to reach emergency scenes before ground units, providing real-time situational […]
El Reno Installation Shines Light on Golden Age of Aviation
It’s a clear Friday morning as the buzz of radial engines fills the air around Mustang Field at the El Reno Airport. Among the hustle and bustle of workers putting the finishing touches on the Caldwell Collection’s latest exhibit, Founder Tony Caldwell is hosting a handful of discovery flights in a few of the vintage […]
Grand Canyon National Park Airport Completes Runway Upgrade
Grand Canyon National Park Airport, operated by the Arizona Department of Transportation, has completed a $12 million runway rehabilitation that enhances safety and improves operational efficiency. The project resurfaced the airport’s sole runway, reconfigured a key taxiway intersection, refreshed apron markings and updated signage to meet current Federal Aviation Administration standards. Work was completed in […]
