Held under sunny June skies, the 2025 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) White Plains Regional Forum was a blockbuster event, marked by an enthusiastic, overflowing crowd, a sold-out exhibit floor, a completely full aircraft showcase and a series of expert-led, standing-room-only panel discussions on the industry’s hottest topics. “NBAA’s White Plains Regional Forum brought together […]
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Nearly $10 Million Set to Improve Pennsylvania Airports
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a $10 million state investment in projects at five public use airports for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation, and development. Supporting safe, reliable infrastructure while growing the Commonwealth’s economy is a key priority for the Shapiro administration. Pennsylvania’s robust aviation industry employs over 226,000 people, provides nearly $12.5 […]
Harris Named AVL Chief Financial Officer
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has announced the selection of Amy Harris as Chief Financial Officer. Harris’ financial career spans 25 years in both public and private sectors and several industries. As an aviation industry professional, she has over 13 years of airport leadership experience. During her aviation career Harris has managed the financial aspects of […]
McFarland Johnson Announces Further Expansion into Texas
McFarland Johnson has announced the opening of its newest office in Brownsville, Texas. This strategic expansion into the Rio Grande Valley represents a major milestone in the company’s continued growth and dedication to serving Texas and communities across the southern United States. McFarland Johnson’s new Brownsville location plans to offer a full range of multi-disciplinary […]
Aerial Application Saves Corn from Severe Tar Spot Infection
A Wisconsin corn grower learned last year how well aerial application works to control diseases. The grower requested an aerial application of fungicide to control tar spot on 100 acres of corn. His aerial applicator immediately expressed concern about making the application because it was already late August, roughly 10-14 days after R4 growth stage, […]
NCDOT Division of Aviation Announces Recipients of State’s First Advanced Air Mobility Planning Grants
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has announced the recipients of the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Planning Grants. Five municipalities and regional planning organizations have been awarded funding to develop or enhance community-focused plans that incorporate cutting-edge AAM technologies through a partnership with NCDOT Aviation: “These planning projects are about helping communities take […]
Aviation Education and Workforce Development Funding Call for Projects
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Aeronautics (Aero) has announced an Aviation Education and Workforce Development Funding Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The aviation industry in Michigan is facing a workforce shortage with the demand for pilots, aircraft mechanics and other aviation professionals outpacing supply. Addressing this shortage is critical for ensuring […]
$81.6 Million Awarded for Airport Infrastructure Grants in North Dakota
Photo above – The ND Aeronautics Commission held its annual public grant meeting on June 5th in the Bismarck Airport commercial terminal. Pictured above are members of the Aeronautics Commission, staff members, and commercial service airport managers who were in attendance at the meeting. The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission has finalized and approved $81.6 million […]
MSU Hosts Nation’s First S.A.F.E. Training Exclusively Focused on Spray Drones
Photo above – Participants of Mississippi State’s Self-Regulated Application and Flight Efficiency (S.A.F.E.) pose with certificates. The five-day training at MSU’s Agricultural Autonomy Institute was the nation’s first of its kind. (Photo by Amber Lynn Moore) Mississippi State University is making agricultural aviation history this week by hosting the nation’s first Self-Regulating Application and Flight […]
Important Procedure Updates for Pilots Flying to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025
There are several important Federal Aviation Administration-approved updates in the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 Notice (commonly referred to as the Oshkosh NOTAM), featuring arrival and departure procedures for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s 72nd fly-in convention on July 21-27 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. These changes are based on pilot feedback and FAA review of […]
