The Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. to explore the potential use of Yamaha’s FAZER SAR unmanned helicopter for wildfire mitigation and suppression in the state of Oregon. As wildfire seasons grow more intense and unpredictable, the need for innovative, flexible, and scalable tools […]
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MassDOT to Invest $8.4 Million in Runway Infrastructure to Maintain Safety at Public Airports
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division (MassDOT Aeronautics) is investing $8.4 million in runway infrastructure at public-use airports in the Commonwealth. The program is underway now and will run through spring of Fiscal Year 2027, over five construction seasons with maintenance work shutting down in winter months. “Our regional airports are vital economic engines […]
Atlas Air Worldwide Expands Commitment to Workforce Development with University of Alaska Anchorage
Photo – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks with Atlas Air Regional Chief Pilot Tyler Cresswell and University of Alaska Anchorage President Pat Pitney as he tours UAA’s Aviation Technology Center on Merrill Field and Atlas Air announces its continued support of needs-based scholarships to UAA, bringing its total contribution to $100,000. Atlas Air Worldwide […]
Pivotal’s eVTOL Aircraft Draws Enthusiastic Response from California Fire Agencies in Multi-Agency Demonstration Series
Pivotal recently concluded a trio of public safety demonstration events across California, partnering with San Bernardino County Fire Department, Southern Marin Fire District (SMFD), and Cosumnes Fire Department. Each event showcased the potential of Pivotal’s single-seat aircraft to dramatically improve emergency response capabilities—especially in locations where time, terrain, and traffic can mean the difference between […]
State of Ohio Welcomes BETA Technologies’ Aircraft
Last week the state of Ohio welcomed BETA Technologies, an aerospace company manufacturing electric aircraft and infrastructure, to complete a flight demonstration with their ALIA CTOL aircraft at The Ohio State University’s airport. The event, which included top government, aerospace, defense, and industry leaders from across Ohio — and was hosted by JobsOhio — showcased […]
North Dakota Completes Landmark BVLOS Medical Drone Delivery
The future of rural aviation took flight last week as iSight Drone Services, in collaboration with the Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS) and Vantis, North Dakota’s statewide BVLOS system, successfully completed a groundbreaking beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone delivery of medical supplies more than 80 miles of western North Dakota prairie from Williston to Watford City. […]
McFarland Johnson Welcomes Keith Brune as Project Executive to Support Executive Program Management Growth
McFarland Johnson (MJ) has announced that Keith Brune, A.A.E., IAP has joined the firm as a Project Executive based in their Hollywood, Florida office. Keith brings more than 40 years of leadership experience in the aviation industry, where he has held numerous executive roles guiding operational strategy, infrastructure planning and capital program implementation, and organizational […]
Airport Authority promotes Nichole Love to Director of Human Resources
Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has announced the promotion of Nichole Love to Director of Human Resources. In this new role, Love will oversee recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and talent development. Love has been a valuable member of the MSCAA team for eight years, previously serving as the Assistant Director […]
Remembering John Knight, a Man of Integrity, Humility and Quiet Strength
Photo above – In 2017 John Knight delivers remarks to NASAO annual conference attendees in Fairhope, AL. John K. Knight of Arkadelphia, Arkansas served the Arkansas Department of Aeronautics for 27 years, first as assistant director under Gov. Bill Clinton and then as director, when he was appointed by Gov. Jim Guy Tucker in 1992. […]
Miami Regional Airport Opens New Terminal
Miami Regional Airport celebrated the official grand opening of its new 4,000-square-foot terminal Friday, Aug. 1, with a ribbon cutting drawing in community members, city and state officials, and aviation enthusiasts from all over the area. The $3.28 million upgrade included the construction of a new terminal to better accommodate waiting passengers, pilots, and other […]
