Spirit Airlines has unveiled its specially-themed Airbus A321 featuring a larger-than-life image of the beloved Disney character Dumbo. The airline known for inspiring its guests to take to the skies, is teaming up with Disney to celebrate the upcoming release of its live-action movie “Dumbo,” director Tim Burton’s all-new take on the classic story where […]
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Arkansas Department of Aeronautics Appoints Dr. Richard Dawe
The Arkansas Department of Aeronautics has announced that Dr. Richard Dawe of Melbourne has been appointed to the Aeronautics Commission. Dr. Dawe and his wife, Chris (also a pilot) have lived in Melbourne the past ten years. He is the president of Ozarka College with campuses in Melbourne, Ash Flat, Mountain View and Mammoth Spring. […]
Paine Field Ready to Roll As Alaska Airlines Launches Commercial Service from New Terminal
The much anticipated and newest commercial passenger service airport in the United States opened on Monday, as Alaska Airlines’ first flight departed Paine Field for Portland, Oregon. The airport ushers in a new era of air travel for the northern Seattle metro area, giving residents added choice and ease for their business and leisure travel […]
Jose Costas Joins Duncan Aviation Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions Team
Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce that Jose Costas has joined its Aircraft Sales and Acquisitions team covering EMEA & Asia Pacific regions. Costas previously worked for Embraer Executive Jets as Regional Vice President Sales – Europe, Africa, & Middle East. In this position, he successfully negotiated worldwide contracts and led compelling strategies for trading […]
Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation Announces Leadership Upgrades
The Bob Hoover Legacy Foundation (BHLF), under the guidance of President Tracy Forrest and Chairman Michael Herman; has appointed Jim Campbell as Executive Director to handle the growing requirements of the Foundation, its enhanced mission, and its responsibility to follow the directions given it by the late Robert A. ‘Bob’ Hoover. BHLF President, Tracy Forrest, […]
Ainstein Selected to Provide Collision Avoidance Radar Sensor for 2019 NASA UTM Capstone Operation in Nevada
Ainstein has announced its participation in the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Unmanned Aircraft Systems Traffic Management (UTM) Technical Capability Level (TCL) 4 operation lead by the Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems (NIAS). This NASA UTM testing operation promises to develop a safe and reliable airspace platform to integrate drones into the National Airspace […]
North Carolina Winners of 2019 Aviation Art Contest Announced
After receiving a record 2,793 entries, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has announced the winners of this year’s Aviation Art Contest. This year’s theme was “My Dream to Fly” and after weeks of judging and voting, the winners in three age groups have been announced and can be seen below. Junior (born […]
MDOT Office of Aeronautics Recognizes RS&H as Consultant of the Year
RS&H group pictured above are, (from left), Dan Carroll; Erich Thiel; Colin Brinkman; Maan Mohiedeen; Alex DeHaan; and Pat Frame. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics recognized RS&H as the recipient of the “Robert G. Peckham” Consultant of the Year Award. This is an annual award to recognize outstanding service to Michigan […]
Piper Aircraft Deliveries Increase by Nearly 50% – Highest Level in Ten Years
Piper Aircraft, Inc. has announced a 48% increase in aircraft deliveries for 2018 as well as a 38% increase in total aircraft billings. Piper’s segment leading growth was distributed across both primary product lines, Trainer and M-Class aircraft. Global Piper trainer demand increased more than 50% YOY. Sales of the robust single engine Archer grew […]
South Grand Lake Regional Airport Selects EPIC Fuels
South Grand Lake Regional Airport has selected EPIC Fuels as its new fuel supplier for its expanding facilities at 1K8 in Ketchum OK. The airport selected EPIC Fuels as its new avgas 100 LL and jet fuel supplier after an extensive review of suppliers revealed EPIC is best suited to meet the needs of the […]
