Photo above – Left to Right: Nick Young, the Airports Division Manager for the ODAA, welcomed Chris Batchelder, Vice President of Business Development for the Bartlesville Development Authority, and Mike Richardson, Airport Manager for the City of Bartlesville. They expressed their appreciation to the Commission for facilitating the construction of a large hangar, which has […]
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Vantis Expands in Grand Forks: NPUASTS, UND Aerospace Foundation Advance Technology-Agnostic UAS Integration
The Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS), in collaboration with the University of North Dakota’s Aerospace Foundation (UNDAF), has announced the continued expansion of Vantis, as the system inputs data from a privately owned system for the first time. This latest development marks the integration of the DeTect HARRIER radar system at UND’s Gorman Field. […]
Colorado Air and Space Port Signs Lease with University of Denver to Create Six Sigma Center of Excellence
The Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) and AltitudeX Aviation Group (AltitudeX) announced the signing of a lease with the University of Denver (DU) to establish a Six Sigma Center of Excellence on CASP property. This new development will bring one of the world’s most recognized quality and efficiency programs, Six Sigma, to the state’s […]
More than $21 Million In Federal Funding Announced for 16 Airports Across New York State
Federal funding in the amount of $21,155,843 was announced last week to upgrade airport facilities and equipment at 16 airports across New York State. This federal funding was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Improvement Program and will help fund projects that strengthen safety measures, modernize terminals, and enhance passenger experience at New York’s […]
FAA Awards More than $31 Million to North Dakota Airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an award of $31,255,696 through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) for projects at several airports across North Dakota. The funding will be distributed to the following: The FAA AIP provides funding to airports nationwide for planning, capital, and safety enhancement projects.
MAC Selects Alyssa Carlson as Assistant Director, Concessions and Business Development
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has selected Alyssa Carlson for the position of assistant director, concessions and business development. In this role, Carlson will be responsible for the design, development, management and operation of terminal concession programs and non-aeronautical development at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the 18th busiest airport by passengers in the United […]
Captain Judy Rice to be Honored with Induction to EAA Memorial Wall in Oshkosh
The State Aviation Journal in collaboration with the National Coalition for Aviation and Space Education (NCASE) has honored Captain Judy Rice with her soon to be induction as part of the EAA Memorial Wall in Oshkosh, WI. The ceremony will take place on Sunday morning, July 27th during EAA AirVenture 2025. Judy Rice built partnerships […]
First Georgia School to Join Enhanced Air Traffic Controller Training Program Announced
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signed an agreement with Middle Georgia State University to become the next school for the Enhanced Air Traffic – Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI). Expanding the number of AT-CTI schools allows more young Americans to get into air traffic facilities and on […]
Asheville Regional Airport Celebrates Tina Kinsey’s National Recognition for Air Service Excellence
The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority has announced Tina Kinsey, Chief Administrative Officer at Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), has been named the recipient of the 2025 Air Service Achievement Award by Airports Council International – North America. This prestigious national award recognizes outstanding work and exceptional contributions in air service development. Tina’s leadership and commitment […]
Aleutian Airways to Elevate Alaska Connectivity with First ATR-600 Aircraft
Aleutian Airways, operated by Sterling Airways, is proud to announce a major step forward in its mission to connect the communities of Alaska to Anchorage and beyond: the acquisition of its first ATR-600 aircraft through a new partnership with Azorra Aircraft Leasing. This milestone not only expands the airline’s fleet but unlocks new possibilities for […]
