The AOPA Foundation, which offers a free high school aviation STEM curriculum to more than 1,400 schools across the country, will visit three Tennessee cities over the next month to introduce the program to educators and school leaders. The goal is to expand access to STEM and aviation education statewide. In partnership with the Tennessee […]
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North Dakota Sets New July Passenger Record with Over 122,000 Boardings
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly report detailing airline passenger traffic at the state’s eight commercial service airports. In July 2025, North Dakota’s eight commercial service airports recorded 122,238 passenger boardings, establishing a new all-time high for the month of July. This total surpasses the previous record of 112,141 set in […]
Virginia Aviation Board Awards $4.81 Million for Airport Projects
The Virginia Aviation Board (VAB) recently awarded $4.81 million to be split among 29 projects. Greg Campbell, director of the Virginia Department of Aviation said the Board took another bold step to ensure the General Aviation airports in Virginia are some of the best in the country. “The $4.81 million awarded by the Board on […]
NCDOT Aviation Updates Organizational Structure to Reflect Continued Growth
In a communique to the North Carolina airport community, Nick Short, NCDOT Division of Aviation director, shared a few updates to their organizational structure within the Division of Aviation that reflects their continued growth in the UAS space and commitment to customer service. “As of today, Thad Howell will assume the role of Deputy Director of Flight Operations […]
John T. Hart Named DOAV Deputy Director for Airport Services
John T. Hart has been chosen as the Virginia Department of Aviation’s (DOAV) new deputy director for Airport Services following a nationally competitive search process. He replaces Vernon Carter who retired earlier this year after 38 years of service to the Commonwealth. As deputy director, Hart will oversee 10 professionals in engineering, environmental, planning, and […]
Asheville Regional Airport Reveals New Brand Look Reflecting Forward Progress and Regional Spirit
Asheville Regional Airport proudly reveals a new logo, brand package and refreshed website today. This new brand look is shaped by the timeless beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the spirit of western North Carolina and AVL’s promise to be more than an airport. A Brand That Acts as a Convenient Gateway The new brand […]
Future Aviators Take Flight with Lt. Col. Michael Castania at Annual Program
Civil Air Patrol’s New Jersey Wing joined educators and industry leaders at the third annual Aviation Program, “Gliding into Tomorrow: The Future of Flight.” Lt. Col. Michael Castania, the wing’s director of aerospace education, represented CAP at the event, presented by iSTREAM in collaboration with Rowan College at Burlington County. Serving as a featured guest, […]
Governor Declares August 19 ‘Aviation and Aerospace Awareness Day’ in Oklahoma
Gov. Kevin Stitt has declared Aug. 19, 2025 “Oklahoma Aviation and Aerospace Awareness Day.” The state’s first Oklahoma Aviation and Aerospace Day was recognized Aug. 19, 2018, after the passage of a measure placing it into state law during the 2017 legislative session. The date runs concurrent to National Aviation Day which was originally declared […]
Ontario International Sees Highest July Passenger Count Ever and Most Int’l Passengers in Airport History
Ontario International Airport (ONT) welcomed more than 680,000 passengers in July, the highest July ever and the second greatest monthly count in the airport’s history, officials announced. The Southern California gateway reported 681,912 passengers last month, surpassing the previous July high recorded in 2007. The monthly total was 2.3% higher than in July a year […]
Boca Raton Airport Receives $805,000 Federal Grant to Replace AWOS
The Boca Raton Airport Authority has received more than $805,000 in federal grants to replace their Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS). In recent years, the existing AWOS has become increasingly unreliable, leading to extended periods of outages and necessitating substantial maintenance to keep it operational. The new, relocated, AWOS, will provide more reliable weather readings […]
