Electra and Safran Helicopter Engines today announced a life-of-program production agreement for the TG600 turbogenerator, which will power Electra’s ground-breaking EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft. The agreement marks a significant milestone in the development and certification of Electra’s EL9 Ultra Short, with entry to service expected in 2030. Under the agreement, the TG600 turbogenerator will […]
Virginia
Federal Funding of More Than $21 Million Announced to Upgrade 8 Virginia Airports
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $21,024,663 in federal funding to improve airport infrastructure across Virginia. This funding was awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP), which the senators have supported robust funding for through the annual federal budget process. “Travelers deserve the comfort of knowing […]
Electra Named as Inaugural Participant in Department of Transportation’s Advanced Air Mobility Program
The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced that Virginia-based Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) is the premier private company participant in the Trump Administration’s inaugural Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing and Advanced Air Mobility Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) alongside state partners. The program calls for the formation of public-private partnerships with […]
Electra Joins Virginia Smart Airspace Program to Establish National Blueprint for Advanced Air Mobility Instrument Flight Rules
Photo – Electra’s Direct Aviation model uses the nine-passenger EL9 Ultra Short aircraft, which can take off and land in as little as 150 feet, to unlock thousands of new Ultra Short access points – including fields, parking lots, and underutilized runways – bringing air travel closer to where people live, work, and play. Credit: […]
High Flying Hangars Secures RFFP Approval from City Council for Development at Manassas Regional Airport in Virginia
High Flying Hangars has secured approval from the Manassas City Council for development of a new hangar project at the Manassas Regional Airport (KHEF) in Prince William County, Virginia with the approval of a Request for Franchise Proposal (RFFP). The vote took place last month at the city council meeting. The design plan currently includes […]
United Express Daily Jet Service Coming to Lynchburg Regional Airport
New, daily United Express jet service is coming to Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH), offering convenient connections to two major hub airports: Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). The new flights will be operated by SkyWest Airlines seven days a week beginning March 24, 2026, expanding travel options and providing approximately […]
DOAV Deputy Director Set to Retire after Eight Years of Amazing Opportunities
Photo – John Campbell with the ICON A5. By Kim Stevens John Campbell has announced his retirement from the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) as Deputy Director, Communications and Education. He began his time with the agency on December 10, 2017. His last day in the office will be December 10, 2025. “If I could […]
Virginia Launches Advanced Air Mobility and Unmanned Systems Test Site Program
The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) and the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) have announced the launch of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Advanced Air Mobility Test Site Program, a new pilot initiative to evaluate and integrate next-generation aviation technologies across Virginia’s transportation and innovation ecosystem. Developed to support the deployment of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), […]
CubCrafters Announces New Dealer for Mid-Atlantic Region
CubCrafters has announced that Ray and Melisa Fowler of Adventure Flying LLC have joined the company’s elite team of Certified Sales Centers (CSC) as representatives for the MidAtlantic region. Ray and Melisa will manage new, used, and kit aircraft sales across six Mid-Atlantic states: Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Ray […]
Launch of Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore Lab School Announced at NASA Wallops
Photo above – Governor Glenn Youngkin cutting the ribbon officially opening the Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore (AAES) lab school on August 28, 2025. Official Photo by Kaitlyn DeHarde, Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced last week the opening of the Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore (AAES) lab school […]
