Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, members of the Phoenix City Council, and other local leaders gathered at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport recently to welcome American Airlines’ first nonstop flight to Phoenix from London. Photo above – Back row from left to right: Phoenix City Manager Ed Zuercher, Director of Aviation Services James E. Bennett, Managing […]
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CAF Capital Wing Announces ‘Homecoming’ at Culpeper Regional Airport in Virginia
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Capital Wing is hosting a ‘Homecoming’ event to serve as the kick-off to its 2019 airshow season at the Culpeper Regional Airport from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 13. The event, which is free and open to the public, is intended to reengage past members, attract new supporters […]
Miracle Flights Provides 722 Free Flights for Sick Children in February 2019
The nation’s leading medical flight charity Miracle Flights announced a total of 722 commercial flights coordinated in February 2019 for critically ill children in need of life-changing medical treatment not available in their local communities—up 17 percent from February 2018’s flight count of 617 and nearly 31 percent from 552 flights coordinated in February 2017. […]
Record Entries Help N.C. Students Claim National Aviation Art Contest Spotlight
Two North Carolina students are soaring after their paintings celebrating flight earned them top honors in the 2019 National Aviation Art Contest and a chance to compete in an international contest. First place in the Intermediate division (students born between 2005 and 2008) went to Kailyn Becker, who attends Lufkin Road Middle School in Apex. […]
‘Year of the Fighter’ Brings Classic Warbirds and Modern Jets to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019
A roster of the most legendary American military aircraft in history, from iconic World War II airplanes to today’s most sophisticated flying machines, will be flying and on display this summer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019. The 67th annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention will be held July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, […]
Sheltair Exec Honored by NYAMA for Leadership Role
During the New York Aviation Management Association’s (NYAMA) spring conference Warren Kroeppel, Chief Operating Officer of Sheltair Aviation was honored with the coveted “William F. Shea Award,” recognizing his leadership and significant contributions to New York State’s aviation community. This award is given by NYAMA to an individual who has demonstrated exemplary leadership and effected […]
Michigan Sees Increase in Revenue from Aviation Fuel Excise Tax
In a report to the Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) at their meeting in Lansing on March 27, Aeronautics Commission Director Mike Trout reported that Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 revenue from the aviation fuel excise tax is up $1.2 million compared to FY 2018. For the sales tax on aviation fuel, it is seeing a $999,342 […]
Leading the Nation, MAC Approves Grant for Innovative Foam Firefighting Carts
The Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) approved a state grant on March 27 that will go toward the purchase of firefighting foam testing tools to prevent per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminating the ground at 18 primary airports. At a total cost $400,000 for 18 units, the new “cart” would allow aircraft rescue firefighting (ARFF) […]
New Control Tower Dedicated at Stinson Municipal Airport in San Antonio
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new air traffic control tower at Stinson Municipal Airport in San Antonio was held on March 22nd. The dedication was attended by city and state officials. The new tower’s distinctive design pays homage to over 100 years of aviation history at the airport and highlights San Antonio’s aviation legacy. “Friday’s […]
Washington State Passport Program for Pilots Begins April 1st
Pilots are being encouraged to visit public-use airports in the state of Washington, earn rewards, and build memories. The Fly Washington Passport Program, set to begin on April 1st, is a partnership between Auburn Municipal Airport, City of Auburn, WSDOT Aviation, Washington Pilots Association (WPA), Washington Airport Management Association (WAMA) and the Aircraft Owners and […]
