The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will hold three public information workshops in late April on proposed airspace improvements over the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The improvements are part of the FAA’s Las Vegas Metroplex project, which proposes to use streamlined satellite navigation to move air traffic more safely and efficiently through the area. The project […]
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Oklahoma Governor Signs Bill to Streamline Aircraft Pilot and Passenger Protection Act
The Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission (OAC) worked with state Rep. Charles Ortega, R-Altus, and state Senator Joe Newhouse, R-Tulsa, to streamline laws regarding any structure near a public use airport in the state. Governor Mary Fallin signed HB 2179 into law last week. During the 2010 legislative session, the “Aircraft Pilot and Passenger Protection Act” (APPPA) […]
Kansas City Aviation Department Names Cooper New Downtown Airport Manager
The Kansas City Aviation Department has announced the transition of Melissa Cooper, A.A.E., to a new role as Manager of the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (IATA: MKC). Cooper is now responsible for the overall operation and management of the airport in the heart of downtown Kansas City. She will lead all safety and security […]
Air Medical Group Holdings Agrees to Acquire Air Medical Resource Group
Air Medical Group Holdings, Inc. (AMGH) has agreed to acquire Air Medical Resource Group (AMRG) of South Jordan, Utah. AMRG has operations in 15 states, including Alaska and Hawaii. Lewisville-based AMGH already has hundreds of critical care aircraft in operation. With the acquisition of AMRG it will add 62 bases and new geographies to its […]
Duncan Aviation Welcomes David Coleman to its Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions Team
Duncan Aviation announced that David Coleman, with his 27 years of aviation experience, has joined the company’s Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team. The company was founded 61 years ago as an aircraft sales organization, and Coleman intends to bring his aviation expertise to Duncan Aviation to expand its market share in the aircraft sales, acquisition […]
Data Comm Now at Minneapolis – St. Paul
Data Comm, the NextGen technology that enhances safety and reduces delays by improving the way air traffic controllers and pilots talk to each other, is now live at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The new technology supplements radio voice communication, enabling controllers and pilots to transmit important information such as clearances, revised flight plans and advisories […]
2017 TAC Awards Presented at Tennessee Airports Conference
This year’s Tennessee Airports Conference, hosted by the Tennessee Aviation Administration, included a handful of awards presented by the Tennessee Aeronautics Commission (TAC). TAC Award categories for 2017 included recognition for Special Project of the Year (General Aviation Airport), Special Project of the Year (Air Carrier Airport), Airport of the Year, Airport Manager of the […]
Checkpoint Opening Marks Milestone in Tucson International Airport Transformation
A redesigned security checkpoint at Tucson International Airport (TUS) opens April 18, as the first project completed as part of the airport’s Terminal Optimization Program to improve passengers’ travel experience. The new Transportation Security Administration checkpoint serves the airport’s B Concourse, which is used by Alaska, American and Delta airlines. The Terminal Optimization Program is […]
Multimedia Illustrator Dan Ryba joins Duncan Aviation’s In-House Design Team
Dan Ryba, a multimedia artist specializing in 3D illustrations, recently joined the in-house aircraft interior and paint design team at Duncan Aviation’s Lincoln, Nebraska, facility. In this position, Ryba will be creating 3D conceptual illustrations for customer looking to make interior and exterior modifications to their business aircraft. “Dan is a great addition to our […]
JSSI Continues Growth in Asia with New Leadership
Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) announced that it has appointed Jaslyn Chan as the new president of JSSI Asia. Chan will provide strategic leadership from JSSI’s regional headquarters in Hong Kong as part of the company’s continued growth in Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Chan joins JSSI with an exclusive background in the aviation industry. […]
