The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a formal agreement with the state of North Dakota, through the Northern Plains UAS Test Site, a state agency, to use federal radar data to advance the integration of beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) UAS operations into the National Airspace System (NAS). FAA Deputy Administrator Katie Thomson made the announcement […]
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MSU Illustrates UAS Capability in Support of FEMA’s Hurricane Helene Response
Mississippi State University uncrewed aircraft systems are providing real-time data in support of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s response to Hurricane Helene. Supported by the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate’s Project JUSTICE, MSU’s pilots, engineers and scientists from the Raspet Flight Research Laboratory and the Northern Gulf Institute deployed to Georgia Sept. […]
Federal Funding of $1.7 Million Announced for Eastern Shore Drone Pilot Program to Improve Access to Health Care Resources
Governor Wes Moore announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Maryland Department of Planning a $1.76 million SMART grant to pilot the use of innovative aviation technology. The program will focus on improving access to healthcare resources in rural communities on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. “All Marylanders deserve equitable access to health care […]
Wyoming Publishes 2024 Updated Airport Rates and Charges
The Wyoming Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division (WYDOT) published an updated Airport Rates and Charges study in July of 2024. The previous study, published in 2018, only included the states surrounding Wyoming. Last year WYDOT enlisted the help of the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) to encourage all states to participate in the […]
Honoring the Legacy of Robert Olislagers: An Aviation Leader, Advocate, and Mentor
The Colorado Division of Aeronautics along with many in the aviation industry, are mourning the loss of Robert Olislagers, former Director and CEO of Centennial Airport (APA). A release from the Division of Aeronautics noted that ‘Robert was more than a colleague; he was a part of our aviation family. His service on the Colorado […]
Salina Airport Authority Names Amy Cole as Executive Director of AIM Center of Excellence at SLN
The Salina Airport Authority has announced Amy Cole as the new Executive Director of the Aviation Innovation and Maintenance (AIM) Center of Excellence at SLN, effective October 2024. Cole brings over twenty years of leadership experience to her new role at the AIM Center. Her background includes significant contributions as Chief Impact Officer at The […]
A Special Note from the Asheville Regional Airport President + CEO in Regard to Helene Relief
Dear friends in Western North Carolina, I know this past week has been filled with unimaginable tragedy and anguish for many. For those who were spared the most harsh effects of Helene, we now begin to move beyond the initial, paralyzing phase of disaster into what follows next – a humbling sigh of relief, but […]
NCDOT Division of Aviation Actively Engaged in Aviation Coordination in Helene Impacted Western NC
The extraordinary outpouring of support for North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene has been unprecedented, with airports, the military, pilots, airfield operations staff, and community organizations stepping up across the state and country. These groups have delivered essential supplies such as food, water, medications and baby formula to some of the most affected […]
DronePort Network Launches Community Airspace Awareness Project (CAAP) at Ardmore Industrial Airpark and MidAmerica Industrial Park
DronePort Network has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Community Airspace Awareness Project (CAAP) at Ardmore Industrial Airpark and Mid America Industrial Park. With the rise of drones and autonomous aircraft, airspace conflicts at low altitudes are becoming an increasing concern. CAAP provides a cost-effective solution, offering real-time airspace monitoring and safety enhancements for local […]
Thunderbird Drone Festival Kicks Off with Successful UAS/AAM Symposium
Photo above – Students from Pryor High School, Jenks High School, and Oklahoma State University participate in the UAS/AAM Symposium student panel, discussing their innovative contributions to the future of unmanned aerial systems and advanced air mobility. The Thunderbird Drone Festival launched its 2024 event with a highly successful UAS / Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) […]
