Region Gotland, the largest island in the Baltic Sea, has signed a collaboration agreement with hybrid-electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace to speed up the introduction of sustainable air travel. Located off the south-east coast of mainland Sweden, Gotland is home to approximately 61,000 permanent residents, with its population growing dramatically during the summer months as […]
The National Aviation Hall of Fame Welcomes Gregory Bowles and Inma Kusnierek to the Board of Trustees
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced the appointment of Gregory Bowles and Inmaculada Kusnierek to its Board of Trustees. Gregory Bowles brings a wealth of experience in aerospace engineering and aviation policy work to the NAHF Board of Trustees. Currently serving as the Head of Government Policy at Joby Aviation, Bowles has […]
Bose Donates A30 Aviation Headsets to D-Day Squadron Following Theft
When the crew of a DC-3 from Western Airlines joined the D-Day Squadron’s 2024 Legacy Tour, they knew they had a long, challenging journey ahead. But just as they completed the historic Northern Atlantic crossing, thieves broke into their plane and took five Bose aviation headsets. The fleet, which includes 11 vintage WWII-era DC-3s and […]
Initial Phase of Terminal Expansion Complete at Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) is pleased to announce the completion of a major phase in the terminal expansion project. The terminal expansion, which increased the size of the facility by 20%, was part of a multi-faceted master plan designed to strengthen the airport’s long-term appeal and functionality for airlines and passengers alike. This initial […]
Division of Aviation Announces Key Strategic Hire
The NCDOT Division of Aviation has announced a key strategic hire into the role of Deputy Director of Programs and Planning. Jason Schronce will join the Aviation team after an 18-year career within NCDOT, bringing extensive experience in MPO, RPO and local government engagement to drive positive solutions for stakeholders, as well as experience with […]
Officials Break Ground for Fleet Readiness Center East MRO Complex at the NC Global TransPark Kinston, NC
State, federal and local officials officially announced Tuesday at the North Carolina Global TransPark, a complex will be constructed that the U.S. Navy will use to maintain and repair C-130 and the HH 60W military aircraft. Officials with the N.C. Global TransPark, the North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region and the U.S. Navy made […]
Mike Trout Reflects on Career at MDOT Office of Aeronautics
After 13 years of service as the Executive Administrator for the Michigan Department of Transportation, Office of Aeronautics, Mike Trout is retiring effective July 5, 2024. He began his state service in 2011 after serving in various roles in the aviation industry. Mike was initially attracted to aviation, because the industry has always been about innovation and […]
Sedona Airport Adds SAF to List of Sustainable Initiatives
The Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority (SOCAA) has announced that the Sedona Airport through its Fixed Base Operator (FBO), Red Rock Aviation, received its first load of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on the 5th of June and will begin sales of jet fuel that includes a blend of that fuel. SAF is a blended jet fuel […]
CRISALION Mobility Reaches Pre-Sale Agreement with iJet for 10 Integrity eVTOLs
CRISALION Mobility, a Spanish leader in the design and development of advanced electric mobility solutions that are efficient, safe and sustainable, and iJet Aviation, which specialises in integrated aircraft management, signed a cooperation agreement last night to develop the air mobility sector in the province of Malaga. Under the agreement, CRISALION Mobility completed the pre-sale […]
Aviation/Airspace Needs Plenary Session Part of 2024 WRP Principals’ Meeting
Senior leaders from state, federal and Tribal agencies gathered in for the 2024 Western Regional Partnership’s (WRP) Principals’ Meeting in Beaver Creek, Colorado. This was the first WRP Principals’ Meeting in Colorado and was considered a great success. WRP Co-Chairs Dr. Annalise Blum, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Water and Science, DOI; Mr. Ron Tickle, Deputy Assistant […]
