The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) announced the appointment of Liz Forro as the organization’s Policy Director. Liz will work closely with the CDA’s membership, government partners and other relevant stakeholders to advocate for policies that facilitate the scalable and safe use of commercial uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS). Liz is a seasoned policy leader with a […]
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Air Wisconsin Announces Strategic Shift Toward EAS and Charter Operations
Regional air carrier, Air Wisconsin Airlines LLC, announced a strategic realignment to focus on Essential Air Service Program (“EAS”) markets, expand its charter operations, and transition its relationship with American Airlines, Inc. to a codeshare and interline relationship. As part of this strategic shift, Air Wisconsin’s capacity purchase agreement with American Airlines will conclude in […]
ND Aerial Applicators Provide Record Service to 5.5 Million Acres in 2024
North Dakota is celebrating a historic achievement in the 2024 growing season, as aerial applicators treated a record-breaking 5.5 million acres of cropland. This surpasses the previous record of 5.2 million acres set in 2015, marking a significant milestone for both the aviation and agricultural industries. All licensed aerial applicators are required to report their […]
City of Safford and Grand Canyon Airlines Partner to Provide Air Service to Phoenix
The City of Safford has announced a new partnership with Grand Canyon Airlines to offer air service between Safford and Phoenix. This collaboration will provide a more efficient travel option for both residents and visitors, enhancing connectivity and access to the Phoenix metropolitan area. “We are thrilled to partner with Grand Canyon Airlines to offer […]
UND Aerospace Partners with Vigilant Aerospace Systems to Advance UAS Education, Research, Training
The John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences (UND Aerospace) has entered a one-year partnership with Vigilant Aerospace Systems (Vigilant) to utilize the company’s drone safety software and airspace management system FlightHorizon. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed late last year to formalize the agreement. As part of the agreement, Vigilant Aerospace will provide […]
Hilo Airport Runway Closing Nightly for Lighting Replacement
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) will begin Phase 4 of the Hilo International Airport (ITO) Taxiway and Runway Lighting Replacement Project. The work will include replacing all runway and taxiway lighting infrastructure, light fixtures and airfield signs, as well as improvements to the electrical draining system. The work will be conducted at night and […]
New NCDOT Report Says Aviation Industry Contributes $88 Billion Annually to State Economy
North Carolina’s aviation industry contributes $88 billion each year to the state’s economy and supports more than 427,000 jobs statewide, according to the 2025 North Carolina: The State of Aviation report. The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation released the report to highlight the industry’s substantial economic impact, and the vital role local airports […]
UAV Corp’s (UMAV) Skyborne Technology to Build “SKY” Hangar at Its Costin Airport
Photo above – Inside of “SKY” Hangar with DART MA600 Drone airship with AIG Drone. UAV Corp is scheduling a groundbreaking ceremony for its new “SKY’ hangar in Winter 2025 at its wholly owned Costin airport in Gulf County, Florida. The Company is going through a final design review to perfect the usage to house […]
Tempe and Phoenix to End Lawsuits Regarding Property Rights Near PHX
Changes to a 30-year-old intergovernmental agreement will effectively end lawsuits between the cities of Tempe and Phoenix regarding property rights near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The lawsuits sought to determine whether residential buildings were allowed. Representatives of Phoenix and Tempe have been negotiating in good faith for some time. Andrew Cohn, a member of […]
DOT&PF Awarded $12.4 Million SMART Grant for Use of Drones in Rural and Remote Alaska
Improving the safety of Alaskans in rural and remote areas took a significant step forward recently with a $12.4 million SMART Grant award from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). This funding will enable the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) to implement the Scalable Operations and Advanced Remote Technologies (SOAR) Initiative. The […]
