The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) has announced its selection of Dallas Executive Airport as the location for their CAF National Airbase and corporate Headquarters. “After an intensive one-year nationwide search, which began with 23 cities and narrowed to six then three finalists, we are proud to announce that the CAF Board of Directors has selected […]
State News
Oklahoma Bill Protecting Low-Flying Aircraft Passes Senate, Lands on Governor’s Desk
Last week, the state Senate passed by a vote of 37-9 Senate Bill 1195, which will require that all meteorological evaluation towers, commonly referred to as MET towers, be painted in their entirety and that they be registered with the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission. The requirements would include towers to be erected as well as towers […]
$3.4 Million in Grants Approved by OAC for Oklahoma Airports
Now that more sunshine and warmer weather are in the offing for the next six months, expect to see an increase in airport infrastructure projects across the state, thanks in large part to $3.4 million in capital improvement grants recently approved by the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission. The airport projects are included in the Commission’s three-year […]
More Falcon and Gulfstream Parts Inventory Available at Operators’ Fingertips
Operators can obtain more Falcon and Gulfstream parts 24 hours a day, seven days a week—even internationally. Through a partnership between Duncan Aviation and Global Trade Group, operators have access to a comprehensive inventory of $35M worth of Gulfstream and Dassault Falcon 10, 20, 50 and 900 parts and components. “We built up this inventory […]
GOVERNOR RELEASES $335 MILLION FOR HAWAII’S AIRPORTS
Governor Neil Abercrombie announced last week the release of more than $335 million for various capital improvement projects (CIP). These funds will improve the air travel experience for Hawaii’s residents and visitors that drive our economy, while invigorating our growing construction industry and creating local jobs in the process. “We have seen great strides in […]
North Dakota Aeronautics Commission Names New Director
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission announced last week, the hiring of Kyle Wanner as its new Director. Wanner has been with the agency since 2011 and spent the previous 4 months serving in the role of Acting Director. Originally from Mandan, North Dakota, he is a graduate from the University of North Dakota Aviation program […]
North Dakota Passenger Numbers Continue to Rise
North Dakota continues to see a growth in airport passengers state-wide as the total number has increased by 8% for the month of March compared to the previous year. Two western North Dakota airports, Dickinson and Williston, have seen a 163% and 26% increase in passenger numbers. Fargo has also posted a 10% increase (4,000 […]
Lone Star UAS Center Services Showcased
Representatives from government, public safety and private aerospace companies learned more about the offerings of Texas’ only federally-designated test site for unmanned aerial systems (UAS) at the ‘Range-Users Roundup’ at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi on April 8 and 9. “The sky truly is the limit,” said Dr. Luis Cifuentes, Vice President of Research, Commercialization and […]
Piper Takes Trainer Order from UND Aerospace
Piper Aircraft, Inc. has taken orders for three twin-engine piston-powered Training Class Piper Seminole aircraft from the UND Aerospace Foundation who provides training and aircraft for the University of North Dakota’s John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences. The pilot training aircraft will be delivered later this year and join the Aviation Department’s training fleet […]
TEXAS DOT RECOGNIZES TERRELL MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AS 2014 GA AIRPORT OF THE YEAR
The Texas Department of Transportation has recognized The Terrell Municipal Airport as its 2014 General Aviation Airport of the Year, making the announcement at its awards banquet on April 10th, 2014. Terrell was once the home to the top British Flight Training School for Royal Air Force cadets during World War II and is now […]
