The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $2.7 million to support research on how drones can assist in disaster preparedness and in emergencies. “Every second counts in an emergency, and this funding will allow drones to safely and more quickly deploy in moments when minutes matter,” said Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen. […]
Phoenix Aviation Department Names Jay DeWitt Assistant Director/Chief Development Officer; Roxann Favors as Assistant Director/Chief Revenue Officer
Jay DeWitt, a 28-year professional with the City of Phoenix, has been named Assistant Director/Chief Development Officer for the City of Phoenix Aviation Department. Roxann Favors, a leader with nearly 20 years of management experience at the City of Phoenix, has been named Assistant Director/Chief Revenue Officer. The Aviation Department owns and operates Phoenix Sky […]
American Airlines Announces Agreement to Purchase Boom Supersonic Overture Aircraft
American Airlines and Boom Supersonic has announced the airline’s agreement to purchase up to 20 Overture aircraft, with an option for an additional 40. American has paid a non-refundable deposit on the initial 20 aircraft. Overture is expected to carry passengers at twice the speed of today’s fastest commercial aircraft. Boom Supersonic’s Overture would introduce […]
NAFI Awards the Jack J. Eggspuehler Service Award
The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) announces Ned Parks as the winner of the Jack J. Eggspuehler Service Award. This award recognizes an individual or organization who makes a significant contribution to flight instructors, flight instruction, and aviation education The award was presented at the NAFI annual member breakfast on July 28th at EAA […]
Alaska Airlines and Gevo Enter Sustainable Aviation Fuel Sales Agreement for 37 Million Gallons Per Year for Five Years
Gevo, Inc. has announced a new fuel sales agreement with Alaska Airlines. The Agreement provides for Alaska Airlines to purchase 37 million gallons per year of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for five years through Gevo’s future commercial operations. Gevo’s SAF deliveries are expected to begin in 2026. Alaska Airlines is a member of oneworld® global […]
2022 South Carolina Aviation Week Promotes Economic and Educational Impact of Aviation Industry
South Carolina Aviation Week is August 14-20, 2022. The South Carolina Aviation Association, in partnership with South Carolina Aeronautics Commission, is celebrating this week with a series of events that highlight the impact aviation has on economic development and educational initiatives. “The promotion of Aviation week helps develop intentional pathways for promoting interest in aviation […]
South Carolina Aviation Week Off to A Flying Start
South Carolina Aviation Week is in full swing with events each day through August 20th. The South Carolina Aviation Association, in partnership with South Carolina Aeronautics Commission, is celebrating this week with a series of events that highlight the impact aviation has on economic development and educational initiatives. South Carolina has six commercial service airports, […]
Australian Student Rocketry Director Named Youth Space Leader
USYD Rocketry Team Director Alison Lockley was named one of 2022’s Young Australian Space Leaders by the Australian Youth Aerospace Association (AYAA). Selected winners receive a scholarship providing them with the opportunity to attend the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) and the Space Generation Congress (SGC). Having recently led the Sydney team to win the annual […]
Catherine Cavagnaro and Ron Timmermans Inducted into Flight Instructor Hall of Fame
Catherine Cavagnaro and Ron Timmermans were inducted into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame during the 14th annual American Bonanza Society Member Dinner at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Administered by the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI), inductees into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame represent individuals who have significantly contributed to aviation education and flight […]
Duke Robotics to Introduce IC Drone for Critical Infrastructure Maintenance
UAS Drone Corp. has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Duke Airborne systems Ltd. (Duke Robotics), signed an agreement with the Israel Electric Corporation Ltd. (IEC), a public and 99% government-owned company that generates, transmits, and supplies electricity to all sectors of the State of Israel. Duke Robotics will introduce a first-of-its-kind robotic, drone-enabled system […]
