The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) announced the triumphant return of the C-47 aircraft That’s All, Brother, to the United States. After an unforgettable journey to Europe to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day and the 75th Anniversary of the Berlin Airlift, this iconic airplane is on its way home. That’s All, Brother is no ordinary […]
FAA Announces One-Stop Shop for Commercial Space Documents
Effective June 30 the FAA reports all of the regulatory based documents of the FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation will be available in an online one-stop shop. The Dynamic Regulatory System will serve as an archive for historical information and will be updated contemporaneously with current documents. The initiative is to improve communication with […]
Ben Baldanza Selected to Receive the 2024 Wright Trophy
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has announced that Ben Baldanza is the recipient of the 2024 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy. Baldanza, who has nearly four decades of experience in the airline industry, is considered a leading visionary for introducing the ultra-low-cost model to the United States, which expanded air travel access to millions of Americans. […]
U.S. DOT Announces $123 Million in Grants to Improve Airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced more than $123 million for airfield, safety and other improvement projects at 235 airports in 35 states and the District of Columbia. This second round of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants fund a variety of projects such as construction of new and improved airport facilities, repairs […]
Kinsey named Chief Administrative Officer at Asheville Regional Airport
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has announced the selection of Tina Kinsey, A.A.E. as the organization’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Kinsey currently serves as Asheville Regional Airport’s Vice President – Marketing, PR and Air Service and leads a team of nine members. Through her servant leadership approach, strategic mindset, and communication with key stakeholders, Kinsey […]
Tucson International Airport Wins FAA Airport Safety Award
The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) announced that TAA President/CEO Danette Bewley and the Tucson International Airport (TUS) have been awarded the prestigious Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Safety Award for the Western Pacific Region. Earlier this month at the FAA Annual Airports Conference in Los Angeles, Bewley was named the winner of this prestigious award […]
EHang Delivers 27 Units of EH216-S to Wencheng County and Completes First Passenger-Carrying Flight in Wencheng
EHang Holdings Limited announced it has received full payment for the initial batch of 30 units of EH216-S passenger-carrying pilotless aircraft and has delivered 27 units to Wencheng County Transportation Development Group Co., Ltd. in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province. It drives Wencheng’s comprehensive layout in the low-altitude economy industry. On June 22, the EH216-S pilotless electric […]
Etihad Cargo Reinforces Commitment to North American Market with Incremental Capacity
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has strengthened its commitment to the US market. The carrier will offer incremental capacity beyond its belly hold capacity in cooperation with network partner airlines to meet the growing demand for air freight to the US. Etihad Cargo currently offers 550 tons of wide-body capacity […]
CRISALION Mobility appoints Andrea Martínez García Chief People & Culture Officer
CRISALION Mobility, a Spanish leader in the design and development of advanced electric mobility solutions that are efficient, safe and sustainable, has appointed Andrea Martínez García as its Chief People & Culture Officer. With over 25 years’ experience in the Human Resources sector, Andrea offers a holistic perspective and broad expertise in talent management and […]
North Carolina Drone Knowledge Test and Permit Repealed
The North Carolina General Assembly has enacted House Bill 198, effectively removing the state uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) operator knowledge test and permit. This significant legislative change is largely due to the dedicated efforts of AeroX and its members, who have been instrumental in educating lawmakers about the benefits of drones and fostering a favorable […]
