National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen hailed U.S. House Rep. Don Young (R-AK) for his steadfast service to his country, and his passionate commitment to promoting aviation, upon news of the long-tenured congressman’s passing March 18 at age 88. “Don Young was a vigorous advocate for our nation’s aviation industry throughout […]
Dubai Airports to Close DXB’s Northern Runway for Refurbishment
Dubai Airports has confirmed plans to close Dubai International’s (DXB) northern runway for a 45-day period between May 9 and June 22, 2022, to carry out complete refurbishment that will ensure continued safety and efficient operations. While regular runway maintenance is scheduled on a weekly basis, more extensive upgrades such as the one planned require […]
Aeronautics Commission Staffer Recognized for 25 Years of Service to Oklahoma
At its meeting on Wednesday, March 9, the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission recognized Sandra Shelton for her 25 years of service to the State of Oklahoma by presenting her with a commendation from Governor Kevin Stitt and state service pin. Sandra Shelton started her service with the State of Oklahoma when she was hired by the […]
Justin Towles named President of Crown Consulting
Justin Towles has been named President of the Crown Consulting, Inc. He will oversee operations, strategy, and overall growth of the organization. Towles joins Crown after serving in executive and policy-making positions across the aerospace industry. A recognized leader in formulating aviation policy, he is a passionate and successful advocate for integrating innovative technologies into […]
AERO Oklahoma Set to Soar March 30 at State Capitol
On Wednesday, March 30, 2022, from 9:30 am – 2:00 pm, the aviation and aerospace industry will assemble at the State Capitol for “AERO Oklahoma” Aviation, Aerospace & Defense Awareness Day. The purpose of the day is to recognize Oklahoma’s aviation, aerospace, and defense industry as a vital economic engine for our state. It is […]
Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) Partners with Web Manuals for UAS Document Management
As FAR Part 107 (commercial) operations utilizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), including many larger fleet operators, continues to increase, UAS operators are recognizing the need for more and better operational documentation that can be kept updated and shared with pilots spread across a wide geography. As USI offers commercial UAS operators’ holistic solutions to successfully […]
DRONEDEK Applauds FAA for Opening Door to Drone Package Delivery in the U.S.
Dan O’Toole, Founder and CEO of DRONEDEK, today lauded a federal aviation committee for recommending new regulations that would encourage drone-based package delivery in the United States. The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) issued its report late last week. “Our smart mailbox has the capacity to […]
Todd Young Joins Marsh Brothers Aviation Advisory Board
Industry veteran Todd Young has been appointed as a non-executive member of the Advisory Board of Canada’s Marsh Brothers Aviation. Mr. Young will tap into his extensive executive level experience with Bombardier and De Haviland Canada to help leverage the company’s position across regional and global aviation markets. Marsh Brothers Aviation Chairman Sandy Thomson said: […]
ATP Flight School and Spirit Airlines Award $20,000 Pilot Training Scholarship During Women in Aviation Conference
The Spirit Charitable Foundation and ATP Flight School, on behalf of the ATP Alumni Association, have awarded a $20,000 training scholarship to an aspiring airline pilot, Kayce Sorbello, during the 2022 International Women in Aviation Conference. Originally from St. Louis, Kayce Sorbello started her journey towards becoming a professional pilot in August 2021 at ATP’s […]
Final Women in Aviation Advisory Board Meeting Held
The Women in Aviation Advisory Board held its final meeting today and voted unanimously to submit its report to the FAA Administrator at the meeting. The FAA will post the report on its website later this week after the board transmits it to the agency. The FAA will review the report and consider the strategies […]
