The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is hosting a virtual industry day event to educate companies interested in manufacturing and selling supplemental surveillance tools to increase airborne situational awareness. These “Airborne Position Reference Tools” (APRTs) will be available for purchase and operation by non-federal entities (e.g., airport authorities). They are intended for use in air traffic […]
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport Soars to Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 3
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) announced the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) has achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) Level 3 status from the Airports Council International. This recognition by the ACA, which is the global benchmark for carbon management in the airport industry, underscores HDOT’s commitment to reduce the airport’s carbon footprint by […]
The National Aviation Hall of Fame Announces the “Class of 2025”
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced the outstanding individuals selected for induction into the Hall with the Class of 2025. These trailblazers have made groundbreaking contributions to aviation and aerospace, from breaking barriers and advancing safety standards to pioneering innovative technologies and inspiring future generations. Their induction ceremony will take place on […]
Southwest Florida Int’l Introduces New Therapy Dog Program
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) announced the start of a new K-9 therapy program called WOOF@RSW. “Watching Over Our Friends” @RSW is in partnership with Therapy K-9’s of Southwest Florida. The certified therapy dog teams will spend time greeting airport guests who need some extra care or offer a friendly paw to shake and help […]
CVG Airport Authority Selects New Director, Engineering & Construction Management
Steven Baldwin Associates has announced the selection of Mr. Eric Rysdon, PE as Director, Engineering & Construction Management for the CVG Airport Authority, the owner and operator of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). Mr. Rysdon currently serves as an Aviation Project Manager for HDR, Inc. with over 28 years of aviation management experience. In […]
Tecnam Appoints New Manager for Europe Sales
Tecnam has announced the appointment of Pasquale De Rosa as Sales Manager for Europe. Pasquale brings with him over 15 years of extensive sales experience in a variety of industries. Prior to joining Tecnam, Pasquale held a key position as Sales Executive with an EASA approved design organization specializing in commercial aircraft transitions, conversions and […]
GAMA Opens Registration for 2025 Aviation Design Challenge
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has officially opened registration for the 2025 Aviation Design Challenge. This annual competition, now in its thirteenth year, promotes careers in aviation in U.S. high schools through aviation-focused and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education curriculum. “GAMA is excited and proud to cultivate exciting aviation learning experiences through […]
North Dakota Sees Busiest September on Record for Airline Passengers
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly report detailing airline passenger traffic at the state’s eight commercial service airports. With 98,371 passengers boarding flights within North Dakota this past month, it marks the busiest September on record, surpassing the previous high of 92,703 passengers set in September of 2014. The September 2024 […]
Pivotal Completes BlackFly eVTOL Deliveries
Photo above – Watching a Pivotal BlackFly are experts from AFWERX, the Department of the Air Force’s innovation arm within the Air Force Research Laboratory, and Beavercreek, Ohio-based defense contractor Modern Technology Solutions Inc. Pivotal has announced it has completed delivery of 13 BlackFly aircraft to customers across the country. Pivotal’s prototype eVTOLs are currently […]
False River Regional Airport Named Airport of the Year; Manager to Retire in December
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) recently announced the winner of the Louisiana Airport of the Year, naming the False River Regional Airport. To be considered eligible for the award, an airport must have managed all maintenance inspection issues, managed all significant safety-related features, and made a significant impact on aviation through safety […]
