Ahead of its upcoming 15-year anniversary, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced that the final Beyond Mobility plan document, executive summary, and appendices have been posted to the Beyond Mobility website at the following link: www.mass.gov/beyond-mobility. “We are excited to share the final version of the Beyond Mobility plan, which is responsive to […]
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MAC Selects Julie Lynn York as Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications Department
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has selected Julie Lynn York as director of strategic marketing and communications following a competitive executive search process. In her new role, York will lead the Strategic Marketing and Communications Department, with responsibility for developing the organization’s marketing and brand communication strategies and ensuring strategic alignment of all creative solutions […]
Record Numbers Tallied at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
EAA AirVenture 2024 racked up remarkable record-breaking numbers for the weeklong event held recently in Oshkosh, WI. “This year’s tag line was ‘Inspiring the Future of Aviation’ and AirVenture 2024 certainly did that in countless ways,” said EAA CEO and Chairman Jack Pelton. “The mix of innovation, history, excitement, and fun that is a hallmark […]
Hennigan Named Executive Director of Lee County Port Authority
The Lee County Board of Port Commissioners named Steven C. Hennigan, C.M., A.C.E., as executive director and CEO of the Lee County Port Authority today, July 30, 2024. As executive director, he will direct the administration, operations and development of Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY) in Fort Myers, Florida. “I look […]
MSP Airport’s Terminal 2 North Expansion Underway
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has begun construction on a 168,000-square-foot expansion of Terminal 2 at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the first of several projects planned in the coming years to accommodate ever-increasing airline and passenger demands at the 14-gate facility. The $263 million Terminal 2 North Expansion project will add two additional airline […]
Tiffany Wilson Garling Named Executive Director of the Florida Airports Council
The Florida Airports Council (FAC) has announced the appointment of Tiffany Wilson Garling as its new Executive Director. Tiffany brings a wealth of experience in economic development, government affairs, and the aviation industry to her new role. She currently serves as the Lead Lobbyist for Economic Development, Innovation, and Infrastructure Policy at the Florida Chamber, […]
Drone Express Launches Delivery Operations in Winston-Salem, NC
Drone Express, a provider of drone delivery services, has announced its drone delivery operations launch in Winston-Salem, NC, located at SouthEast Plaza Shopping Center. This new venture is set to commence in late summer, bringing state-of-the-art services to the vibrant community of Winston-Salem. Drone Express is launching exclusive bundle boxes for family-friendly deliveries in Winston-Salem. […]
Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announces Over $6 Million to Four Projects Furthering the State’s Advanced Aerial Mobility (AAM) Leadership
Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist announced that four projects will receive $6.25 million in total funding to scale critical AAM infrastructure and deploy pilots that will generate operational data to validate the commercial potential of key AAM use cases and help inform the state’s AAM policy. The funding will be provided through the AAM Activation Fund, a […]
Rep. Turner and Rep. Larsen to Receive Congressional Leadership Award
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced the recipients of the Congressional Leadership Award, which recognizes exceptional leadership in the aviation and aerospace industry. This year, the NAHF is privileged to honor the remarkable contributions of Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10). Their exemplary leadership and unwavering dedication have advanced […]
Bryan Budds Tapped As New Aeronautics Director in Michigan
Bryan Budds has been named the new Michigan Department of Transportation Aeronautics Director. Budds will serve as the executive administrator of the Michigan Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics and director of the Michigan Aeronautics Commission. For the past eight years, Budds has served in the Office of Aeronautics in various roles, including the Aeronautics […]
