By Penny Rafferty Hamilton, Ph.D. Ann Richart, A.A.E., new Aviation Director for the state of Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is believed to be the first person to serve as the Director in three different states- Washington, Nebraska, and Oregon. This dynamic woman has managed a number of airports, and earned the important aviation industry […]
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New Airport Cameras Installed at Easton and Skykomish Airports
The Easton and Skykomish State-Managed Airports received new airport cameras July 17. The two Axis Pan Tilt Zoom cameras include four directional image captures for each airport that pilots can use to aid them in pre-flight planning. Pilots can now have access to North, South, East, and West image captures at Easton Airport and South, […]
16-Year-Old Washingtonian Achieves Glider Pilot License, Inspiring Youth Against All Odds
Ishitha Arekapudi, a determined and visionary 16-year-old from Washington, has reached another milestone on her journey to become an Astronaut, defying all the odds by attaining her Glider Pilot License. Ishitha’s ultimate dream is to become an Astronaut, and she has tirelessly pursued this path against all challenges with unwavering focus. Her achievements include her […]
Washington State Airports Manager Awarded Airport Manager of the Year by WAMA
WSDOT Aviation Division State Airports Manager Paul Wolf has been awarded the Washington Airport Managers Association (WAMA) Airport Manager of the Year for 2023. “It was a unanimous decision to select Paul Wolf as our recipient of this year’s Airport Manager of the Year Award,” said WAMA Executive Director Marjy Leggett. “We all see what […]
Bremerton National Airport to Host WINGS OVER WASHINGTON
The Port of Bremerton has announced that the Bremerton National Airport will be hosting the first air show in Bremerton in 30 years! Partnering with Freedom Fair, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, organizers will be showcasing aerobatic displays with a military presence, a car show, armed forces displays, a variety of vendors, food options, a beer garden, […]
Skyservice Breaks Ground at Boeing Field in Seattle
Skyservice Business Aviation broke ground recently on a 71,000-square-foot FBO and hangar complex for Seattle travelers at King County International Airport—Boeing Field (BFI). The new private jet center includes generously sized lounge and relaxation areas, a two-story open reception area, and a 1600-square-foot second-floor terrace overlooking Mount Rainier. The FBO will offer guests complimentary access […]
BRINC Announces Release of its Next Generation LEMUR 2 Drone
BRINC, an American developer and manufacturer of technology in the service of public safety, announced the release of its next-generation drone, LEMUR 2. LEMUR 2 is the latest product from BRINC and is specially designed to enable law enforcement and public safety professionals to survey areas too dangerous to send a person, assess a threat […]
Ann Richart Selected to Lead WSDOT Aviation Division
Ann Richart, A.A.E., has been named the new Director for the Aviation Division of the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT), replacing David Fleckenstein, who recently retired. Richart, who has been the Division of Aeronautics Director for the Nebraska Department of Transportation since 2019, will begin her new position in Washington in May. Richart told […]
WSDOT Aviation Welcomes David Ison
David Ison recently joined WSDOT Aviation Division for Airport Land Use Compatibility & Emerging Aviation Technologies. He is also charged with monitoring and fostering emerging aviation technologies in the state to include sustainable aviation fuels, electric and hybrid aircraft, as well as advanced/urban/regional air mobility (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft – eVTOLs). Ison’s background […]
Final Boeing 747 Airplane Leaves Everett Factory
The last Boeing (NYSE: BA) 747 left the company’s widebody factory in advance of its delivery to Atlas Air in early 2023. “For more than half a century, tens of thousands of dedicated Boeing employees have designed and built this magnificent airplane that has truly changed the world. We are proud that this plane will […]
