Senators John Hoeven and Heidi Heitkamp along with Congressman Kevin Cramer have announced that two North Dakota airports have been awarded more than $3.2 million for airport construction and maintenance projects. “We’re working to ensure that communities across North Dakota have safe and reliable roads, highways and airports to meet our growing needs,” said the […]
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NAA Presents Henderson Trophy to Colonel Joseph Kittinger
The National Aeronautic Association presented the 2013 Cliff Henderson Trophy to Colonel Joseph Kittinger, USAF (Ret.) at a recent luncheon in Crystal City, Virginia. On August 16, 1960, Joe Kittinger became an aviation pioneer with the “highest step in the world” when he made history as he ascended to 102,800 feet in a high-altitude balloon […]
Helicopter Association International Relocates to New Headquarters
The executives and staff of Helicopter Association International (HAI) have moved into the association’s new headquarters facility, located a few blocks away from its previous location in Alexandria, Va. The new, larger space allows HAI to meet growth requirements to better serve members and provides office space, classrooms and meeting room facilities for visiting members. […]
FAA Invests in New Logan Airport Runway Safety Improvements
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) unveiled last week two significant safety enhancements to Logan Airport’s longest runway. FAA Airport Improvement Project (AIP) grants totaling $50 million helped fund a crushable concrete safety barbarea at the harbor end of Runway 33L that is designed to prevent […]
Aeronautical Grants Announced for 10 Tennessee Airports
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announces earlier federal and state aeronautics grants totaling $2.3 million have been approved for 10 Tennessee airports. Airports receiving grants include : Cleveland (Bradley County) – Cleveland Regional Jetport Jackson (Madison County) – McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport Cleveland (Bradley County) – Hardwick Field Lawrenceburg (Lawrence County) – Lawrenceburg/Lawrence County Airport Fayetteville (Lincoln […]
CONKLIN & DE DECKER AND NATA TO HOLD ANNUAL TAX SEMINAR IN CHICAGO AUGUST 6th – 7th
Conklin & de Decker Associates, Inc. and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) are pleased to announce that they are partnering again this year to offer the Commercial Operators Tax Seminar, titled, “Back to Basics”. This year’s Tax Seminar will be held in Oak Brook, Illinois on August 6-7, 2013. Unique from other seminars and […]
NORTH DAKOTA ADDRESSES AIP ISSUES WITH FAA ADMINISTRATOR
North Dakota’s aeronautics director Larry Taborsky (shown at right) and state airport planner Kyle Wanner visited Washington DC last week to visit with FAA Administrator Michael Huerta and Associate Administrator for Airports Christa Fornarotto about AIP funds. The meeting was arranged and attended by Senator John Hoeven (R). The meeting was also attended by senate staffers, including those of Senator Heidi Heitkamp (D) and […]
SOLAR IMPULSE SUCCESSFULLY LANDS IN WASHINGTON D.C.
Solar Impulse has successfully completed the second-to-last leg of its Across America mission by landing at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) on Sunday, June 16 at 12:15 a.m. EDT. The solar-powered airplane of Swiss pioneers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg used an unprecedented flight strategy to arrive in Washington D.C. on time despite difficult weather conditions […]
North Carolina Division of Aviation to Sponsor Free Wildlife Hazard Training Session for Airport Personnel
While their presence may be welcome elsewhere, wildlife can wreak havoc at an airport. Birds and other animals can damage planes on the ground or cause accidents by flying into the engines or roaming on airport grounds. To increase awareness of these concerns and to improve safety for all, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division […]
Washington Governor declares June “General Aviation Appreciation Month”
Aviation enthusiasts have reason to celebrate in Washington State this month as Gov. Jay Inslee has declared June “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” General aviation – from recreational to business to emergency medical flights – is a vital part of the state’s transportation system and economy. Washington is home to 135 public-use airports, more than 19,000 […]
