An agreement with a St. Louis-based regional airline will provide a career path for Southern Illinois University Carbondale aviation students interested in becoming professional pilots. The university will sign an agreement to participate in Trans States Airlines’ “Aviators Program.” The agreement will offer a career path for students after they graduate from SIU Carbondale, José […]
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Kansas Task Force to Examine Use of Drones in Public, Private Sectors
A task force has been named to identify ways state agencies can incorporate drones into their operations. The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Joint Task Force will also examine what state government needs to do to make the use of drones conducive to private sector needs. “We want to explore the sharing of ideas utilizing commercial […]
Olislagers to Be Honored with AAAE Distinguished Service Award
Robert Olislagers, A.A.E., Executive Director of Centennial Airport, will receive the American Association of Airport Executives’ Distinguished Service Award, which is presented to airport executives in honor of an exemplary career and contributions to the airport industry. “Robert is an invaluable colleague in the airport community who has served in a variety of important roles, […]
NASAO Member Named to Drone Advisory Committee
Members of the newly established Drone Advisory Committee (DAC) were announced last week by RTCA, a not-for-profit organization that functions as a federal advisory body to the FAA. Among those selected was David M. Greene, Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics Director. “NASAO is very pleased that the key role of state government in integrating UAS technology […]
American Airlines Group Names Robert Isom as President
American Airlines Group Inc. today announced that Chief Operating Officer Robert Isom will become president, effective immediately. In his new role, Isom, 52, will report to Chairman and CEO Doug Parker, 54. “Robert is a world-class executive, and extremely well-qualified to assume the role of president,” said Chairman and CEO Doug Parker. “He has played […]
Virginia Governor Proclaims August Aviation Month
Governor Terence R. McAuliffe has issued a proclamation officially recognizing August 2016 as Virginia Aviation Month in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Certificate of Recognition for Virginia Aviation Month was presented at the opening of the Virginia Aviation Board Meeting held on Friday, August 19th during the annual Virginia Aviation Conference. This was appropriate as […]
Free NextGen Seminar in Dulles/Chantilly, Virginia
Join Duncan Aviation’s Regional Avionics Sales Manager Mark Francetic just outside of our nation’s capital for a free NextGen seminar on Thursday, September 22. Located at the Holiday Inn Chantilly-Dulles Expo (4335 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, Virginia 20151), the seminar will help educate business aircraft operators about the NextGen mandates and existing solutions. From 8:30 […]
NASAO Begins Search for President & CEO
Principato – Right Man for the Right Time The Board of Directors of the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has begun a national search for the next leader of the 85 year-old organization. Current President and CEO, Greg Principato announced recently that he has accepted a similar position with the National Aeronautic Association […]
Continental Motors Group to Consolidate Manufacturing Operations to Facilities in Alabama and Germany
Continental Motors Group, Ltd. (CMG) announced recently that it will consolidate all manufacturing operations into its advanced manufacturing centers located Alabama and Germany. The manufacture of CMG’s line of OEM quality FAA approved parts for Lycoming engines, as well as the full line of Titan Experimental and Certified engines that are currently produced in CMG’s […]
Paradise Helicopters Signs Fleet for Bell Helicopter Customer Advantage Plans
Bell Helicopter with the support of Able Aerospace Services, announced that Paradise Helicopters in Hawaii, has signed its fleet of Bell 407s for the Customer Advantage Plan (CAP). Paradise is the first helicopter tour company to enroll in this new service solution. (Photo – Paradise Helicopter’s Bell 407) Bell Helicopter’s Customer Advantage Plans provide […]



