The sky is not the limit for the determined teens of Atlantic City, thanks to Battelle’s continued support of local STEM initiatives. On February 1, 2024, the Boys and Girls Club of Atlantic City (ACBGC) proudly acknowledged an additional earmarked contribution of $30,000 to boost their burgeoning aviation and drone program. This is the third […]
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FAA Grants Civil UAS Operations Waiver for University of Nevada, Reno Operated Nevada Autonomous Test Site
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the Nevada Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Site (UASTS) a waiver (Waiver No. 44803-7) issued under the authority of Title 49 of the United States Code (49 U.S.C.) 44803(c) for civil (non-public) UAS operations at a 1,000 square mile test site area located north of Reno, Nevada. “This […]
The Metropolitan Airports Commission Names Mark Bents as Director of Real Estate and Airline Affairs
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has selected Mark Bents as its new director of real estate and airline affairs within the organization’s newly renamed Revenue and Business Development division. Promoted from assistant director of commercial management and airline affairs, Bents’ new director role will focus on leading all real estate, airline and rental car agreements […]
Bremerton National Airport Announces Air Show Return
Photo above – Navy F-18s Officials at the Port of Bremerton officially announced that an air show will be returning to Bremerton National Airport this summer. The newly named show, ‘Bremerton Air Show,’ will feature many of the same amenities as last year, with the addition of some amazing performers. The following are the current […]
Elixir Aircraft to Open New U.S. Facility in Sarasota
Elixir Aircraft has announced a new site in the United States. Situated at Sarasota Bradenton Airport (SRQ) in Florida, this facility will focus on the reassembly of aircraft intended for delivery to clients in the U.S. The demand for Elixir aircraft in the American market is substantial, with over 200 units already pre-ordered. This expansion […]
FEAM Aero Celebrates Grand Opening of $45 million Hangar at CVG Airport
FEAM Aero, in partnership with the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), proudly unveiled its stunning new 150,000 square foot hangar, “FEAM Aero’s Hangar 2.0.” This is the company’s second significant investment at CVG. The grand opening event showcased FEAM’s $45 million investment, a state-of-the-art, three-bay, wide-body hangar. This hangar will significantly enhance FEAM Aero’s capacity […]
Ohio Launches Traffic Management System for Drone Operations
CAL Analytics, in coordination with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), has launched a low-altitude air traffic management system for drones to support statewide operations. As the number of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), or drones, grows, a robust system for managing the low-altitude airspace where these aircraft operate is necessary to ensure safety. While the […]
The Metropolitan Airports Commission Selects Isabella Rhawie as Director of Concessions and Business Development
Isabella Rhawie has been selected as the Metropolitan Airports Commission’s (MAC) director of concessions and business development within the organization’s newly renamed Revenue and Business Development division. Elevated from the assistant director role, Rhawie leads a dynamic concessions team and a 100+ unit portfolio of food, beverage and retail concepts at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport […]
Richard Crider Named Airport Director for City of Prescott
The City of Prescott has named Richard Crider Airport Director, overseeing the operations of Prescott Regional Airport. Crider comes to Prescott from San Antonio, TX, where he served as Executive Vice President for Airport/Railport & Military Relations at Port San Antonio, where he was the executive agent for Kelly Field. Crider has a Bachelor of […]
$33 Million in Federal Funding to Further Transform K-State Salina as Aerospace Education Hub
Photo above – K-State Salina’s new Aerospace Education Hub expands the space for programs in unmanned aerial systems, advanced composites and aviation maintenance, while a partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration strengthens pilot training programs. Kansas State University continues to adapt to meet the needs of the next generation of pilots, mechanics and […]
