Even in times of the pandemic, Munich Airport remains at the top of the European rankings: At the annual “World Airport Awards” of the London-based aviation research institute Skytrax, the Bavarian hub airport was once again awarded the title of “Best Airport in Europe” on the basis of a passenger survey. In the global ranking, […]
Sugar Land Regional Airport Terminal Named After Former Aviation Director
Sugar Land City Council recently named the terminal at Sugar Land Regional Airport after former Director of Aviation Phillip W. Savko. Prior to his death, Savko served 21 years as the city’s aviation director. One of his proudest accomplishments was the construction of a new 20,000 square foot terminal that set a new standard in […]
TSA Announces New Members of Aviation Security Advisory Committee
Transportation Security Administration Administrator David P. Pekoske announced 33 members to serve on the Aviation Security Advisory Committee (ASAC), which provides recommendations for improving aviation security. The ASAC was initially established in 1989 following the destruction of Pan American World Airways Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland by a terrorist bomb. “Recruiting and retaining key thought […]
Successful 4th Annual Back to School Supply Drive held by the Boca Raton Airport
Photo above – Staff from Boca Raton Airport Tenant, Reliable Jet Maintenance, pose in front of collected backpacks. For the fourth year in a row, the Boca Raton Airport Authority, and Airport tenants, including Atlantic Aviation, Boca Aircraft Maintenance, Boomers, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Privaira, Reliable Jet Maintenance, and Signature Flight Support collected […]
Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission Meeting to Consider Record Amount of Grant Funds for AVED
This year, 50 different entities will be considered for Aerospace and Aviation Education Program grants totaling more than $365,000 from the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission. The record amount of funding will be used to bring more students in Oklahoma to STEM careers, particularly those in aerospace and aviation. Grants will be awarded for targeted learning programs […]
Ryan Latham Appointed President of AWI-AMI
Ryan Latham has been named president of Aerospace Welding Incorporated and Aerospace Manufacturing Incorporated (AWI-AMI) aviation companies within the Hartzell family of companies. He brings more than 25 years of manufacturing experience and a proven track record in aerospace leadership to the operation located in Eagan, Minn. “We are pleased that Ryan has assumed the […]
Scott Skramstad Named Director of MSP Airport Terminal and Landside Operations
Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) Management and Operations Vice President Chad Leqve today announced that Scott Skramstad has been selected to direct terminal and landside operations for Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). “Scott Skramstad is a proven leader whose knowledge, experience and vision will be invaluable in our continued efforts to ensure safe, efficient, customer-centric terminal, […]
Erickson Initiates Eval of Strategic Alternatives to Accelerate Growth in Air Ops and MRO
Erickson Inc. announced it has retained Houlihan Lokey, Inc. to explore strategic alternatives to accelerate the company’s growth and maintain its industry leadership position. “We are seeking a strategic partner who shares our vision, our commitment to customers and employees and can add strategic and operational value in the aviation and aerospace industry,” stated Doug […]
Asheville Regional Airport Welcomes Back Artists and Musicians at AVL
For the first time in more than a year, local artists and instrumental musicians are welcomed back to the airport, as part of the Art in the Airport program. Passage, the exhibit on display in the art gallery now through November 2021, features six local artists of multiple disciplines. The show brings a feeling of […]
The World of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 360
By Andrew Stevens When it comes to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh I’m always looking for a unique way to capture the event. My goal is to see what I can create that would stand out against the masses of similarly angled shots and amazing photography that we see each and every year. Don’t get me wrong […]
