Last week, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed Senate Bill 169 into law after its unanimous passage in the State’s Senate and 67-2 passage in the House of Representatives. The law, which was supported by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), codifies the rights of commercial and recreational drone operators, reaffirms the authority […]
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Michigan Department of Transportation Receives Latest Generation Automated Weather Observing Systems from ADB SAFEGATE
ADB SAFEGATE, through its DBT Transportation Services LLC (DBT) subsidiary, was awarded a $3.7 million contract to replace the 42 Non-Federal Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS) by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). DBT developed the F1 Standalone AWOS (F1 STA) in compliance with the FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-16, while taking into consideration comments and […]
GeoCue Welcomes The LiDAR Pros to Its Distribution Network Expanding LiDAR Coverage Throughout the Western U.S.
GeoCue, a leading provider of drone LiDAR mapping hardware and software, is pleased to announce the addition of The LiDAR Pros (TLP) to its growing distribution network. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, The LiDAR Pros will serve as a key distributor covering Nevada, Utah, Idaho, Southern California, and Western Arizona providing TrueView 3D Imaging Sensors, […]
Aviation Institute of Maintenance Welcomes New Campus Executive Director in Manassas
Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Dengler to the role of Campus Executive Director at the Manassas campus. Dengler brings over three decades of experience in admissions, operations, and campus leadership, making him a valuable addition to the AIM family. Dengler holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in […]
VI&E Solutions Appoints Jeremiah Behling as Board Chairman
Volatus Infrastructure & Energy Solutions has continued to grow its Board of Directors by appointing Jeremiah Behling “JB” as Board Chairman. JB brings a wealth of knowledge from the financial industry and will help direct and advise VI&E Solutions as the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry matures. “We are honored to have Jeremiah not only […]
Legendary Designer Burt Rutan Returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Burt Rutan, whose innovative designs have captured the world of flight ranging from homebuilt aircraft to space vehicles, will return to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2024 with appearances and forums coinciding with the 50th anniversary of his VariEze canard aircraft design. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “Burt […]
Piper M700 FURY Earns Type Certification by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration
Piper Aircraft, Inc. announced today the type certification of its new flagship aircraft, the Piper M700 FURY, by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, achieved on February 29, 2024. This certification is a significant milestone for Piper Aircraft, coming quickly after the new aircraft’s announcement on February 6, 2024. Customer deliveries will begin immediately. With a […]
Banner Year for AOPA Foundation You Can Fly Challenge
Helping to ensure a bright future for general aviation through important initiatives that grow the pilot population and help keep it safe, AOPA members and the GA community once again came through in droves. Between the You Can Fly Challenge window of June 1 and December 31, 2023, more than 2,900 donors gave more than […]
GSP Breaks Ground on New Parking Garage and Rental Car Facility
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport celebrated a major milestone with the groundbreaking of a new parking garage and consolidated rental car facility on Tuesday, February 27th. The new $97 million facility will feature time-saving Park Assist technology for public parking, a spacious rental car lobby, and dedicated areas for premium rentals, quick drop-off, fueling, and car washing. […]
Drone Maker Swarm Aero Selects Northwest Arkansas for Advanced Manufacturing
Swarm Aero, developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, has selected Northwest Arkansas as the site for its advanced, high-volume manufacturing of uncrewed aircraft. The company conducted a nationwide search, surveying potential locations in more than 20 states, and chose Northwest Arkansas for its robust skilled labor force, vibrant community and attractive business environment. […]
