The New Hanover County Airport Authority Board has named Jeffrey Bourk as ILM’s new Airport Director. Bourk will begin in this new role on January 3, 2022. “We received 107 applications after a nationwide search, and Mr. Bourk stood out to all of us with his 25 years in airport business and operations management, the […]
NASAO Applauds House Passage of the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 1339 the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act. “The technologies that make Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) possible are advancing rapidly, and thoughtful, well-informed policies and regulations must be developed quickly to ensure their safe and efficient integration […]
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport Celebrating New Fire & Rescue Facility, 90th Anniversary
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport (EWN) has announced the completion of its new Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) facility, an event that coincides with the celebration of the airport’s 90th anniversary. The AARF facility is the culmination of a multi-year plan to increase the capability of the airport’s on-site firefighting team while making way for […]
Rep. Ted Budd Tours Raleigh Regional Airport; Sees Firsthand, Economic Impact
Photo above – from left are, Ryan Combs, Executive Director of the Research Triangle Regional Partnership (RTRP), Dale Reynolds, Person County EDC Vice Chairman, Rep. Budd, Bill Tougas, airport manager and Gordon Powell, Chairman, Person County Board of Commissioners. Photos by Kim Stevens. Rep. Ted Budd (R-NC) toured the Raleigh Regional Airport at Person County […]
FAA Proposes Medical Requirements for Commercial Hot-Air Balloon Pilots
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed a rule on Tuesday requiring commercial hot-air-balloon pilots to hold medical certificates when operating for hire. The rule would mandate a second-class medical certificate, the same standard required for commercial pilots. “Balloon pilots are responsible for the safety of their passengers,” FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said. “This proposed rule […]
Applications Open for Third Year of The Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship
Air Canada has announced the opening of the application process for the third annual Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship, established in honor of the airline’s first female pilot to help the next generation of women follow in her trailblazing footsteps. The scholarship is awarded in conjunction with the Northern Lights Aero Foundation. Air Canada also announced […]
Red Cat Subsidiary TEAL Drones Opens U.S. Manufacturing Facility
Red Cat Holdings, Inc., a hardware enabled software provider to the drone industry, announced that its TEAL Drones subsidiary has opened its new U.S.-based manufacturing facility located in Salt Lake City, Utah. “After closing the Teal drone acquisition less than two months ago, our investment to scale production of the Golden Eagle is ready fly […]
ALSIM Supplies Second AL42 Simulator to Airbus Flight Academy Europe
ALSIM has supplied a second AL42 simulator to Airbus Flight Academy Europe (AFAE). The simulator was delivered to the AFAE site in Angoulême, France. The AL42 is an exact replica of the Diamond DA42, built using genuine aircraft parts and equipped with the latest real-world Garmin G1000 avionics suite. It also comes with the latest […]
Vertis Aviation Ramps Up Sales Capacity to Support Rise in Charter Demand
Vertis Aviation, the Switzerland-headquartered boutique charter specialist has appointed Daniella Dawson to the newly created Head of Sales position. Vertis is also bolstering its commercial team with the addition of two charter sales executives, located in two new European offices, Paris, France and Ljubljana, Slovenia. The strategic growth reflects the rise in demand for charter […]
NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses and Airports Provides Foundation for Environmental Engagement
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) unveiled a new sustainability initiative, the NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses, to provide aviation businesses and airports a self-certification process for pursuing flexible, cost-effective options to lower their carbon footprint. Developed by a working group under NATA’s Environment Committee, the NATA Sustainability Standard for Aviation Businesses is a […]