Last month, Eve Holding, Inc. brought together representatives from its customers and partners to debate important aspects of the Urban Air Mobility (“UAM”) environment, including operations, services and support, aircraft performance, Urban Air Traffic Management (“UATM”), cabin design and passenger journey. The event took place in Lisbon, Portugal, where more than 20 participants from over […]
Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Announces $20.85 million in Federal Grants to Omaha and Lincoln Airports
On July 7, $20.85 million in federal grants through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law were awarded to two Nebraska airports, Omaha’s Eppley Airfield (OMA) and the Lincoln Airport (LNK), according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT). The grants are part of the FY22 Airport Terminal Program (ATP) Grants. Omaha Eppley Airfield received $20 million […]
Aviation Organizations Generally Supportive of Phil Washington Nomination
From the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) to the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), aviation organizations have expressed support for the nomination of Phillip A. Washington to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). AUVSI, President and CEO Brian Wynne said the organization welcomes the news that the White House intends to make […]
James Kesler Named Chief Operations Officer at Ontario International Airport
Ontario International Airport (ONT) announced the appointment of James Kesler as Chief Operations Officer, a position intended to strengthen the airport’s strategic and business development initiatives, revenue generation endeavors and innovation efforts. A resident of nearby Chino, Kesler has served the Southern California gateway in a consulting capacity since the airport’s transfer from the City […]
Oklahoma Hosting Important Aviation Education Training Event
Approximately 70 teachers from over 50 in-state public school districts and 20 out-of-state districts will gather at the University of Oklahoma July 11-14 for intensive training in the implementation of the AOPA “You Can Fly” High School Aviation Curriculum. The four-day event will allow teachers the opportunity to participate in hands-on lab activities and to […]
Munich Airport Exceeds Annual 2021 Figure with 13M Passengers
Munich Airport has already exceeded the annual figure for 2021 with around 13 million passengers. The airport sees a clear upward trend in first half of year. With around 13 million passengers, the entire annual volume for 2021 has already been exceeded in the first six months. Passenger numbers increased more than fivefold compared to […]
AAAE Partners With DHS and DOT to Combat Human Trafficking
The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and Transportation (DOT) in support of the Blue Lightning Initiative (BLI), which trains airport tenants and staff on how to identify potential traffickers and human trafficking victims, and to report their suspicions to federal […]
Xovis Wins First Airport Contract in China at Major China Silk Road Hub
The Ezhou Huahu Airport is going to play a vital role in the worldwide and Asian logistical framework when it comes to people flow when opened later this summer thanks to Xovis, an intelligent people flow solution for the airport. Intelligent people flow solutions at the new Ezhou Huahu Airport: as part of the China […]
Nearly $1B in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding Announced to Improve Airport Terminals across U.S.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award nearly $1 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to 85 airports across the country to improve terminals of all sizes. The grants expand capacity at our nation’s airport terminals, increase energy efficiency, promote competition and provide greater accessibility for individuals with disabilities. […]
U.S. Student Places First in International Aviation Art Contest
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has announced that Michelle Lee (age 11, TN), placed first in the intermediate category of the 2022 International Young Artist Contest (See artwork above). Lee is one of nine youth artists who placed nationally in the U.S. portion of the contest, which is coordinated annually by the […]
