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 […]
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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 […]
TDOT Announces Aeronautics Grants for 10 Tennessee Airports
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announced recently that federal and state aeronautics grants totaling $2.3 million have been approved for 10 Tennessee airports. The grants are made available through the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Division. Airports receiving grants include : Cleveland (Bradley County) – Cleveland Regional Jetport Jackson (Madison County) – McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport […]
Virginia Announces Initiative to Explore Adding New Licensed Public Use Turf Runways
The Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) in conjunction with the Virginia Aviation Board (VAB) are exploring opportunities to develop new licensed turf runways at existing public-use airports to accommodate the needs of student pilots, and operations by gliders, antique/warbird aircraft and tail-wheel aircraft. The Virginia Aviation and Space Workforce Analysis and Strategy Development revealed a […]
Virginia Seaplane Pilots Association” Takes Flight
Virginia has become the first state to establish its own seaplane pilots association according to the Seaplane Pilots Association (SPA). The Virginia Seaplane Pilots Association (VSPA) took wing during the Lake Anna Splash-In, May 23 & 24, 2013. Those attending the seaplane splash-in at Lake Anna voted unanimously to establish the Virginia Seaplane Pilots Association […]
Virginia Meets Goal of 100 Percent Participation in AOPA’s Airport Support Network
The Commonwealth of Virginia has become the first state in the nation to have 100 percent participation in the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Airport Support Network (ASN), a program that encourages volunteers to act as liaisons between local communities, area pilots and management at public use airports. The program now enjoys record participation, […]
North Dakota Governor Signs Executive Order Creating Northern Plains Unmanned Aircraft Systems Authority
North Dakota Governor Jack Dalrymple recently signed an executive order to establish the Northern Plains Unmanned Systems Authority. Dalrymple also announced the appointment of former 119th North Dakota Air National Guard Commander Col. Robert Becklund to serve as director of the Northern Plains Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Test Site. "Bob’s extensive experience in Unmanned Systems […]
WISCONSIN LEADERS CELEBRATE GENERAL AVIATION MANUFACTURING AT JOBS RALLY
Governor Scott Walker, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson, U.S. Representatives Tom Petri and Reid Ribble, and Outagamie County Executive Thomas Nelson joined the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) and hundreds of manufacturing workers, local officials, business leaders and aviation enthusiasts today at Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. for a general aviation (GA) jobs rally. The event was held […]
