The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) activated its Humanitarian Emergency Response Operator (HERO) database last week to facilitate the business aviation industry’s mobilization in support of relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has caused widespread damage to communities across the Southeastern U.S. The HERO database allows people to enter information about the […]
A Special Note from the Asheville Regional Airport President + CEO in Regard to Helene Relief
Dear friends in Western North Carolina, I know this past week has been filled with unimaginable tragedy and anguish for many. For those who were spared the most harsh effects of Helene, we now begin to move beyond the initial, paralyzing phase of disaster into what follows next – a humbling sigh of relief, but […]
NCDOT Division of Aviation Actively Engaged in Aviation Coordination in Helene Impacted Western NC
The extraordinary outpouring of support for North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene has been unprecedented, with airports, the military, pilots, airfield operations staff, and community organizations stepping up across the state and country. These groups have delivered essential supplies such as food, water, medications and baby formula to some of the most affected […]
DronePort Network Launches Community Airspace Awareness Project (CAAP) at Ardmore Industrial Airpark and MidAmerica Industrial Park
DronePort Network has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Community Airspace Awareness Project (CAAP) at Ardmore Industrial Airpark and Mid America Industrial Park. With the rise of drones and autonomous aircraft, airspace conflicts at low altitudes are becoming an increasing concern. CAAP provides a cost-effective solution, offering real-time airspace monitoring and safety enhancements for local […]
Adacel and ADB SAFEGATE Enter Strategic Partnership on Advanced Collaboration Between Their Tower and ATM Systems
Adacel has announced it has signed a collaboration agreement with ADB SAFEGATE to pursue advanced integrations between their respective portfolios, including ADB SAFEGATE’s OneControl, Integrated Controller Working Position (ICWP), and Adacel’s REVAL Digital and Remote Tower platform coupled with its simulators and ATM systems. This partnership between Adacel and ABD SAFEGATE brings together best-in-class technologies […]
NATA Awards Its Highest Honor to Lou Pepper FBO Pioneer to Receive Prestigious Ong Memorial Award
Lou Pepper, who built Atlantic Aviation into one of the nation’s largest general aviation companies and helped redefine the idea of a service-first fixed base operator (FBO), will be awarded NATA’s William A. “Bill” Ong Memorial Award. The award is NATA’s highest tribute, named in honor and memory of the association’s co-founder and first president, […]
Thunderbird Drone Festival Kicks Off with Successful UAS/AAM Symposium
Photo above – Students from Pryor High School, Jenks High School, and Oklahoma State University participate in the UAS/AAM Symposium student panel, discussing their innovative contributions to the future of unmanned aerial systems and advanced air mobility. The Thunderbird Drone Festival launched its 2024 event with a highly successful UAS / Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) […]
NATA Recognizes Lirio Liu with Major Leadership Honor
For her stellar service to general aviation through an exceptional and impactful career at the Federal Aviation Administration, Lirio Liu will be honored with the NATA Distinguished Public Service Award. The award is a special honor selected by the NATA Board of Directors and members—recognizing outstanding public service and contributions to the industry. It will […]
Elfly Group and Nordic Seaplanes Sign Agreement for Deployment of Noemi Electric Seaplanes
Photo above – Elfly collaborates with Nordic Seaplanes and together aims to tap seaplane markets beyond Scandinavia. Elfly Group, developers of the all-electric seaplane program ‘Noemi’, (No Emissions) has announced a new partnership with Denmark’s Nordic Seaplanes, which will see the dedicated seaplane operator become the world’s first ‘Noemi’ airline. Nordic Seaplanes signed an MoU […]
EH216-S Pilotless eVTOL Completes First Flight in Brazil
Photo above – EH216-S´s first flight, performed at Quadra in Sao Paulo region, in the presence of numerous Brazilian aviation representatives and the media. EHang Holdings Limited announced a major milestone with the successful completion of the first flight of its EH216-S pilotless eVTOL in Brazil. EHang’s first trial flight in Brazil took place in […]
