A coalition of aviation groups, including the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) have written leaders of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to reassert the vital role that contract air traffic control towers play in improving safety and saving taxpayer dollars, and made a simple request that language be included in a Federal […]
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Port of Seattle enhances incentives for small community air service from Sea-Tac Airport
The Port of Seattle Commission approved an enhanced incentive program for new commercial air service to small communities in Washington, Oregon and Idaho as a means to stimulate the critical links between small communities and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The action took place during Tuesday’s Commission meeting. “This continues our efforts to be an economic engine […]
Duncan Aviation’s Next Free NextGen Seminar in Dallas April 7
Duncan Aviation has announced the time and location for its next free NextGen seminar, which will work well for those heading to Dallas for the AEA International Convention and Trade Show April 8-11. The day before the convention, Tuesday, April 7, Duncan Aviation will host a free NextGen Seminar at the Embassy Suites (3880 W […]
Legislative Day Held at Michigan State Capitol
The Michigan Business Aviation Association (MBAA) held its annual membership meeting and legislative day on Tuesday, March 17 at the Michigan State Capitol Building. The three main areas of focus were legislation, education and membership. The MBAA membership were urged to engaged state legislators to secure adequate funding for the State’s aviation infrastructure and reminded […]
Top Airport and Manager Named at Oklahoma Conference
During their annual conference in Tulsa earlier this month, the Oklahoma Airport Operators Association (OAOA) named Madill Municipal Airport as its Airport of the Year. Jeff Mulder, director of airports for the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust, which manages and operates Tulsa International Airport and R.L. Jones-Riverside Airport, was also selected as OAOA’s Airport Manager of […]
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES NAMES MICHEAL CROWELL PRESIDENT AND CEO
The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) has tapped former Coca-Cola executive, Micheal (Mike) Crowell, as president and chief executive officer of the National Championship Air Races. Throughout his established career at Coca-Cola, Crowell managed bottling facilities in the United States, Middle East and Asia. Crowell has a strong reputation as a leader in sales and […]
James Loomis Honored With AAAE Distinguished Service Award
James Loomis, A.A.E., City Manager of the City of Lubbock, Texas, was presented the AAAE Distinguished Service Award, which is presented to airport executives in honor of an exemplary career and contributions to the airport industry. “James is a valued colleague who has served the nation’s aviation community in a number of roles – from […]
Vermont Issues RFQ for FBO at Hartness and William Morse State Airports
The State of Vermont, acting through the Agency of Transportation (VTrans), is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to perform the duties of Fixed Base Operator (FBO) at the William H. Morse State Airport (DDH), located in Bennington, Vermont and at the Hartness State Airport (VSF), located in Springfield, Vermont. William H. Morse State Airport […]
Strickler Award Presented to Husband Wife Team at Aero Club of Washington
The National Coalition for Aviation and Space Education (NCASE) presented the Mervin K. Strickler Aerospace Education Award to James (Jim) and Angela Thompson on Thursday of last week during the monthly luncheon of the Aero Club of Washington. The award, presented by Rol Murrow, Vice President of NCASE, was in recognition of the husband and […]
Cirrus® Introduces All-New Special Edition Australis™
Cirrus Aircraft announced last week the 2015 Generation 5 SR22 Special Edition: Australis. Thoughtfully designed and configured for the Australian market, Cirrus says the Australis is tailored specifically to the climate, conditions and remote area flight operations that pilots in Australia regularly experience. “At Cirrus we take pride in first listening to our customers and […]
