Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) announced new legislation Thursday aimed at expanding access to aviation education and later honored military-bound high school graduates during a community event in Elizabeth City. H.R. 3530, the Flight Education Access Act, was introduced during a press conference at Davis’ district office. Co-led by Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (R-VA), the bill seeks […]
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Shawn Burke Named New WYDOT Aeronautics Administrator
WYDOT Director Darin Westby announced last week that Shawn Burke has been selected as Administrator for the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Division. Burke holds a bachelor’s degree in Airport Management and has spent more than 15 years in the aviation industry in both the public and private sector. He is passionate about aviation and […]
Colorado Aeronautical Board Approves $4.5 Million in State Airport Funding for Federal Match Grants
Photo above – The Cortez Municipal Airport (CEZ) received a $689,262 Colorado Discretionary Aviation Grant to match $7,192,000 in federal funds for the rehabilitation of runway 3/21 and the expansion of the airport’s aircraft parking apron. Photo by Shahn G. Sederberg – CDOT Aeronautics. The Colorado Aeronautical Board (CAB) has approved $4.5 million in federal […]
UrbanLink Increases REGENT Seaglider Order, Accelerating Vision for Zero-Emission Coastal Transportation in Florida and Puerto Rico
REGENT Craft, the developer and manufacturer of all-electric seagliders, has announced a major expansion of its partnership with UrbanLink Air Mobility, a pioneering South Florida-based advanced air and maritime mobility company. UrbanLink has increased its order of REGENT Viceroy seagliders to 47, from the 27 announced last fall, positioning Florida as a national leader in […]
AzAA Recognizes Coffman’s Matt Quick with Award of Excellence
The Arizona Airports Association presented Matt Quick with the Corporate Member of the Year Award at its annual spring conference held in Pinetop-Lakeside at the end of April. Quick, who currently serves as Vice President and Principal with Coffman Associates, has made lasting positive impacts on airports in Arizona and within the organization. Quick has […]
Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission Names Kevin Howell as Next CEO of GSP International Airport
The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport Commission has named Kevin E. Howell, I.A.P., C.M., as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District, effective January 10, 2026. Howell will continue to serve in his current role as Executive Vice President through the remainder of President and CEO Dave Edwards’ tenure. Howell joined the District […]
Ascension’s Krystal Swain Named Louisiana Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year
Ascension Public Schools has announced that Krystal Swain, an educator at Dutchtown Middle School, has been named the 2025 Louisiana Wing Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year by the Civil Air Patrol (CAP)—a prestigious honor recognizing exceptional dedication to aerospace and STEM education. Swain has also earned the rank of Captain in the Civil Air […]
FAA Announces $5.8 Million for Projects at North Dakota Airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an award of $5,844,554 through the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program for projects at several airports across North Dakota, according to a release by Senator Kevin Cramer’s office. The funding will be distributed to the following: $2,491,667 for the Bismarck Municipal Airport to expand […]
Oregon Department of Aviation Launches New Website
The Oregon Department of Aviation has announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, now live https://www.oregon.gov/aviation. The updated platform offers a streamlined, user-friendly experience, making it easier for the public, aviation professionals, and partners to access vital information and resources. Recognizing the importance of clear and efficient communication, ODAV undertook this comprehensive website redesign […]
Virginia Student Wins International Aviation Art Contest
Lalitha Kuchipudi has earned an accolade that many people can only dream of – “Best in the world.” The 15-year-old student from Chantilly, VA, was awarded First Place in the “Senior” category of the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale’s (FAI) Young Artists Contest. Based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the FAI is known in the aviation community as the […]
