The Commonwealth of Virginia has become the first state in the nation to have 100 percent participation in the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Airport Support Network (ASN), a program that encourages volunteers to act as liaisons between local communities, area pilots and management at public use airports. The program now enjoys record participation, […]
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2013 Virginia Business Aviation Symposium Set for March 26th
Sponsored by the Department of Aviation and the Virginia Aviation Business Association, the 2013 Virginia Business Aviation Symposium is set for March 26th. There will be a discussion and exploration of critical issues and possible partnerships to achieve higher rates for utilization of services which allow business and commerce to move by small aircraft to communities […]
HAI Reorganizes Flight Operations & Safety Department to Enhance Member Service Offerings
Helicopter Association International (HAI) President Matt Zuccaro today announced a significant change in the organization’s staffing, designed to keep up with members’ changing needs. Paul Schaaf (shown at right), currently the Chief Pilot for the Fairfax County Police Department, will join HAI in mid-March to assume the duties and responsibilities of Vice President of Operations, […]
Brainseed Global Partners with Momberger Airport Information
Brainseed Global Aviation Services (http://brainseed.biz) has entered into an agreement with Air Trans Source Inc, publishers of the well-regarded global trade newsletter Momberger Airport Information (www.mombergerairport.info). Brainseed Global and Air Trans Source have formed this partnership to help spread useful training and industry news even farther throughout the aviation industry. As part of this agreement, […]
FAA reverses maintenance duty time legal interpretation
In a major victory for the aviation industry, on December 26, 2012, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) withdrew its faulty legal interpretation of maintenance duty time limitations prescribed in Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) section 121.377. Specifically, the agency reversed course on its May 18, 2010 legal interpretation meant to clarify the […]
Danville Regional Airport Awarded $10 Million FAA Grant
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a $10 million grant for a runway project at Danville Regional Airport in Danville, Virginia. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said one of the key priorities is to ensure that our nation’s airports are properly maintained. “This grant will ensure that the Danville Regional Airport continues to operate safely.” […]
Honoring Virginia’s Aviation Pioneers reception a success!
Published with permission of the Virginia Department of Aviation The Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach hosted the Virginia Department of Aviation and the Virginia Aeronautical Historical Society’s “Honoring Virginia’s Aviation Pioneers” reception this past Saturday, June 9, 2012. The gorgeous weather brought out over 120 award recipients, flying octogenarians, goverenment and airport representatives, and […]
Virginia Aviation Board allocates funds to airports
The Virginia Aviation Board met on February 17, 2011 in Richmond to review funding recommendations for Commonwealth Airport Fund projects. Moneys allocated include $1,522,468 in air carrier entitlement funds, $1,139,449 in air carrier/reliever discretionary funds and $114,908 in general aviation discretionary funds. Nine projects were funded including $2,568,728 ($1,522,468 entitlement; $1,046,260 discretionary) for Concourse A […]
Kelly Pruitt Stepping down from Post at DOAV
Kelly Pruitt has posted her last blog on the Virginia Department of Aviation website. Pruitt, a public relations specialist with the DOAV, has accepted a position with the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation. Pruitt expressed her thanks to each and everyone one that has read her blog and shared in her aviation adventures and news for […]
Virginia Aerospace Day next week at the General Assembly
The 6th Annual AeroSpace Day (reception and meetings) at the Virginia General Assembly next Wednesday (Feb.2) and Thursday (Feb. 3) to increase awareness of how vital NASA and the aerospace industry are to the economic well-being and future of the Commonwealth. Specific information is as follows: Reception – The Virginia Aviation Business Association and the […]
