Over the open skies of the state, there is an undetectable treasure that most Oklahoman’s are not even aware of. Just below the state’s wispy cloud deck, the United States Air Force (USAF) is using airspace to conduct low-level training critical to the development of Air Force pilots. Far more than one would think, this […]
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Kasey Harwick Named Duncan Aviation’s Director of Maintenance in Battle Creek
Duncan Aviation has announced that Kasey Harwick will be the company’s new Director of Maintenance (DOM) at its Battle Creek, Michigan, facility. Harwick will manage the airframe shops and oversee the engine and accessory departments in Battle Creek. The goal of this newly created position is to unite Duncan Aviation team members who perform maintenance, […]
Scottsdale Airport Redevelopment Project to Upgrade and Enhance Area
The Scottsdale, Arizona Airport will host a ceremonial groundbreaking to officially mark the launch of the terminal area redevelopment project. It takes place at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 12, at the terminal building, 15000 N. Airport Drive. This project will upgrade and enhance this area with some of the largest hangars at the airport and […]
FAA Approves Temporary Special Use Airspace at Marine Corps Combat Center in August
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved Temporary Special Use Airspace (SUA) in support of Large-Scale Exercise 17 (LSE-17) to take place at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) Twentynine Palms, in August 2017. The FAA approved the establishment of the Temporary SUA described in the proposal after the completion of regulatory processes […]
Duncan Aviation’s Satellite Facility in Las Vegas Earns Mexican Certification
Duncan Aviation’s satellite avionics facility located at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, recently received certification from Mexico’s Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC), which is the civil aviation authority for Mexico. The certificate is good for two years. Located near Atlantic Aviation at Suite 128, 255 East Tropicana Ave., on McCarran International Airport, […]
Eleven Arkansas Airports to Share $5.5 Million in FAA Grants for Improvements
It was announced recently that 11 Arkansas airports will receive $5.5 million from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support facility upgrades and expansions. The airports receiving funding are: Arkadelphia: Dexter B Florence Memorial Airport will receive $49,500 to conduct a study to identify options for improving drainage on the airport. Bentonville: Bentonville Municipal Airport […]
Washington State Aviation Director to Retire on Friday
After 35 years of federal and state service, including the last six years as Director of Aviation at the Washington State Department of Transportation, Tristan Atkins is retiring. Atkins’ professional accomplishments as aviation director are numerous. Under his leadership, WSDOT successfully completed landmark studies including the Airport Investment and Airport Investment “Solutions” studies, which helped […]
Hilo International Airport Receives Outstanding Airport Award from FAA
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) announced that the Hilo International Airport (ITO) received an award for outstanding and continued safety and compliance performance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) during the Annual Airports Conference Awards on June 13, 2017. Under the direction of Airport District Manager Steven Santiago, the Hilo International Airport flourishes because […]
Skip Miller, A.A.E., To Be Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award
Charles T. “Skip” Miller, A.A.E., Executive Director of the Louisville Regional Airport Authority, received the American Association of Airport Executives’ (AAAE) Distinguished Service Award, which is presented to airport executives in honor of an exemplary career and contributions to the airport industry. “Skip is an invaluable colleague who has tirelessly served the nation’s aviation community […]
Phoenix Sky Harbor Achieves Nonstop Flights to Frankfurt, Germany
As a result of tireless efforts by the Phoenix Mayor and Council, Phoenix Sky Harbor will soon offer nonstop flights between Phoenix and Frankfurt, Germany. Condor Airlines, part of the Thomas Cook Group, will fly on Mondays and Fridays from next May through September between Phoenix Sky Harbor and the Frankfurt Airport. The Phoenix City […]
