Photo above – Capt Robert DelTufo proudly stands next to the N485CA 2025 Cessna C-182T. Photo credit -New Jersey Wing, Civil Air Patrol. The New Jersey Wing of Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has announced the addition of a brand-new 2025 Cessna C-182T Skylane to its fleet. The plane, designated N485CA, was delivered last week from […]
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South Carolina Aviation Association Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients
South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 SCAA Scholarships Program, awarded to promising students pursuing careers in aviation. The Scholarships Program is supported through generous donations and proceeds from events such as the silent auction and the golf outing, sponsored by WK Dickson, held during the 2025 SCAA […]
Colorado Division of Aeronautics Recognizes Airport and Aviation Professional of the Year
Every year, the Colorado Division of Aeronautics honors a Colorado airport and an aviation professional for their exceptional contributions to the state’s aviation system. This year’s awards were presented at the 2025 Colorado Airport Operators Association (CAOA) Spring Conference, held June 18–20 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Colorado Airport of the Year – Yampa Valley Regional […]
$5.8 Million Announced to Upgrade Airports Across Louisiana
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is granting Louisiana a total of $5,764,492.00 in funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to improve airport infrastructure in Farmerville, Ruston, Oak Grove, Many, Lake Charles, and Abbeville. “Airports are the first impression communities make on people visiting our state,” […]
Ontario International Airport Keeps Climbing with Passenger Count Up Nearly 2% in May
The number of passengers who traveled through Ontario International Airport (ONT) was higher by nearly 2% in May, the 51st straight month of year-over-year growth, while air cargo volume increased 5%, officials announced. The airport reported 630,137 passengers last month, 1.9% more than May 2024. Domestic passengers totaled 591,336, while the number of international travelers was […]
Oklahoma Celebrates 4 Years as National Leader in Aerospace Education
Photo above – L to R: Rep. Josh Cantrell, Kingston; Rep. Tammy Townley, Ardmore; Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) Executive Director Grayson Ardies; ODAA Statewide Aerospace STEM Education Manager Paula Kedy; and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation Vice President Dan Justman announced Oklahoma has been named number one in the nation for […]
Airport Improvements Announced for Airports Across Maine
U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that five Maine airports will receive a total of $1,326,261 to support important infrastructure improvements. The funding comes from the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Job Act (IIJA). Senator Collins […]
RDU Announces Two New International Destination
June has already delivered new opportunities for travelers at Raleigh-Durham International (RDU), including a new airline and two new international flights. Air Canada introduced new nonstop service from RDU to Vancouver (YVR) June 5, offering nonstop service between the Triangle and the Western Canada for the first time. The flight is expected to find popularity […]
Growth Trend Continues at North Dakota’s Airports
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly report detailing airline passenger traffic at the state’s eight commercial service airports. In May 2025, North Dakota’s airports recorded 107,560 passenger boardings, setting a new all-time record for the month of May. This figure surpasses the previous May record of 103,068 set in 2024, representing […]
Fortem Technologies Opens New Advanced Manufacturing Headquarters to Meet Global Demand for Counter-Drone Defense
As drone warfare reshapes global conflicts and autonomous aerial threats grow more sophisticated, Fortem Technologies last week officially opened a new state-of-the-art headquarters and manufacturing facility designed to meet surging demand for its counter-drone systems. The new 51,000-square-foot building in Lindon more than doubles Fortem’s previous capacity and marks a major milestone in the company’s […]
