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 […]
Greek Flight School TAE Aviation Academy Buys ALSIM AL250
ALSIM has announced the sale of an ALSIM AL250 to TAE Aviation Academy, an Approved Training Organization in Megara-Athens, Greece. The AL250 simulator addresses initial phase training needs (PPL, CPL, IR/ME) and is SEP/MEP re-configurable simulator certified as an EASA FNPT II. In addition, it offers both classic and glass cockpit instrumentation for each flight […]
GAMA Applauds U.S. House Passage of Advanced Air Mobility Working Group Bill
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) applauded the bipartisan passage of the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (H.R 1339) out of the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill establishes an interagency working group to more effectively engage the federal government in furthering the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector. “The Advanced Air Mobility sector […]
NASAO Applauds House for Final Passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) applauded final passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R.3684). “As Thanksgiving approaches, Americans can be thankful that Congress has finally given its approval to a historic investment in our national infrastructure,” said Greg Pecoraro, NASAO President and CEO. “In finally passing the Infrastructure Investment […]
AOPA SCHOLARSHIPS ARE NOW OPEN THROUGH FEBRUARY 11, 2022
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association has opened applications for its latest round of scholarships that are made possible through donations to the AOPA Foundation, and are a major benefit to AOPA members, helping them reach their aviation goals. The program offers the opportunity for more than 100 high school students, teachers, primary flight training […]
Sold-Out Oklahoma Women in Aviation and Aerospace Day Attended by More Than 650
The fifth annual Women in Aviation and Aerospace Day, held Friday, November 5th at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City, was attended by more than 650 people. The sold-out event which featured keynote speaker Astronaut Mary Wallace “Wally” Funk was presented by the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission (OAC), in partnership with the Oklahoma Airport Operators […]
104-Year-Old WWII Veteran Shares Story That Took My Breath Away
Photo above – Author Yvonne Caputo and Joe Haenn talk about Flying With Dad. When I wrote Flying With Dad, I had no idea how many hidden gifts would come my way. The book, which chronicles my father’s life in aviation and how he got into WWII as a navigator on B-24s, has led to […]
Jeffrey Bourk Selected to Lead Wilmington International Airport (ILM)
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 […]
