NATA has issued a ‘Call to Action’ encouraging members and others to oppose the Obernolte-Cartwright Amendment to the House of Representatives’ FAA reauthorization bill. “Your voice is crucial to protecting aviation businesses and airports from the security risks and economic consequences of a legislative proposal pending before Congress,” the Association noted. The Obernolte-Cartwright Amendment favors […]
U.S. Contract Tower Association Issues Leadership Award to Sen. Roger Wicker
The U.S. Contract Tower Association (USCTA), which coordinates contract tower issues with Congress, the Department of Transportation, the Federal Aviation Administration, and other agencies, on July 12 issued its 2023 Leadership Award to Mississippi Senator Roger Wicker. Golden Triangle Regional Airport Director Matt Dowell, A.A.E, and USCTA’S Brad Van Dam presented the award to Wicker […]
Legendary Flight Instructor Herbert W. (Bill) Powley to be Inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) has recognized Lt. Col. Herbert W. (Bill) Powley, USAF (Ret.), as the 2023 inductee into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame. Powley joins an elite group of individuals who have been recognized for their significant contributions to flight instruction. “We are honored to induct Lt. Col Powley into […]
Nanolumens Eases Airport Experiences with Preconfigured Digital Signage Solutions
From drop off to pick up, Nanolumens offers a wide range of solutions to enhance airports large and small. Nanolumens has created several pre-kitted solutions for airports and transportation hubs. The newly designed digital signage solutions offer flexibility and easy installation for tech managers and system integrators. Regardless of airport size, Nanolumens understands that boosting […]
Hawai’i DOT Lands Huge Federal Grant for Kahului Airport Upgrade
The HawaiÊ»i Department of Transportation (HDOT) will receive a $22 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to construct a new Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint at Kahului Airport. The construction of a new two-story security screening checkpoint at the south end of the ticket lobby will house multiple TSA screening lanes. “Kahului Airport […]
NDOT Congratulates Wahoo Municipal Airport Runway Improvements
The Wahoo Municipal Airport celebrated the completion of its reconstructed runway, an improvement made possible through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Federal Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant program. The AIP grant provided funding for a full reconstruction of Runway 2/20. The consultant for the project was Olsson out of Lincoln and the contractor was Paulsen, […]
Aeronautics Issues Red River Run Challenge to Pilots
The Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission launched their Fly Oklahoma mobile app last July and as part of their new challenge feature, they are announcing a new aeronautical challenge, the “Red River Run”. In celebration of National and Oklahoma Aviation and Aerospace Day on August 19th, pilots are invited to complete the challenge by visiting at least […]
Wisk to Make EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Debut with Autonomous Air Taxi
Wisk Aero will make its EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 air show debut this July displaying its 6th Generation air taxi, which is undergoing FAA certification to be the first autonomous, passenger-carrying, electric air taxi for commercial use. The company will have a number of opportunities for show attendees to learn more about autonomous passenger flight […]
Florida Aviation Leader Hired by Woolpert to Direct General Aviation, Commercial Airport Projects
Aaron Smith, a longtime Florida Department of Transportation aviation manager, has joined Woolpert as a program director. With over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry, Smith’s expertise in aviation system planning, airport development, program funding policy and allocation, and safety regulations specific to Florida will help Woolpert provide infrastructure and operational improvements for […]
World’s Longest-Running Electric Aircraft Symposium Features AAM Interagency Working Group; New Student Discounts Added
More than 40 of the world’s leading electric aircraft developers and technology experts will be speaking at the 17th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), hosted by the Vertical Flight Society (VFS). The event will once again be held online and in person in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on July 22–23, 2023 — the weekend prior to the […]
