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Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Lounge Retains Skytrax World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge Title
The Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Lounge has once again been named the World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking the lounge’s third consecutive win in the category. The Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport also secured second place, with Star Alliance taking both the […]
Sky Harbour and Chicago Executive Airport Break Ground on New Home Base Operator
Photo – 16-Acre Private Hangar Development Introduces a New Model for Business Aviation to Chicago and Generates Significant Regional Economic Impact – Sky Harbour Group Corporation and Chicago Executive Airport commemorated the groundbreaking of a new 16-acre private aviation campus last week, marking one of the largest private infrastructure investments in the airport’s history and […]
Scottsdale Airport Schedules Routine Runway Maintenance
Scottsdale Airport will temporarily close Runway 03/21 and all taxiways in October for scheduled pavement preservation maintenance designed to extend the life of the existing airfield. The routine preservation project does not expand or lengthen the runway, change its weight-bearing capacity or enable the airport to accommodate larger aircraft. It is separate from the ongoing […]
“Warbird Pilot for a Day” Leads Silent Auction for Moonlight Swing at CAF Airbase Georgia
Moonlight Swing attendees Oct. 17 will have a unique opportunity to bid on a special silent auction package, “Warbird Pilot for a Day,” which involves flying in three Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia aircraft. The aircraft will include a Boeing N2S Stearman biplane trainer, an LT-6 Mosquito trainer with aerobatics, and the Airbase’s most […]

State News

North Dakota Airline Boarding Update for August

The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) reports that the state’s eight commercial service airports recorded 108,460 airline passenger boardings during August 2026, a decrease of approximately 4% compared to August 2025. Airlines provided a total of 129,976 available departure seats during the month, a decrease of 6% from the previous year. Despite the reduction in seating capacity, the statewide average aircraft load factor increased from 82% to 84%, indicating that a greater percentage of available airline seats were occupied. Airline operational reliability remained strong throughout August, with 1,758 successful departures and only five flight cancellations statewide, representing a cancellation rate of just 0.3%. Through the first eight months of 2026, North Dakota airports recorded 868,664 passenger boardings, a decrease of 2.4% compared to the same period in 2025. Despite the modest decline, year-to-date passenger boardings remain the second-highest on record for the state. Additional Airport Information: Jamestown Regional Airport: The airport’s primary runway was closed for rehabilitation from August 14–30, resulting in the temporary suspension of scheduled commercial airline service during this period. Individual Airport August Passenger Records: Fargo Hector International Airport established a new August passenger record with 53,392 boardings, surpassing its previous August record of 50,867 set in 2025. Devils Lake Regional Airport established a new August passenger record with 1,124 boardings, surpassing its previous August record of 946 set in 2025. View the August Airline Boarding Report August 2026 Statewide Airline Passenger Statistics Total Airline Passenger Boardings: 108,460 Available Airline Departure Seats: 129,976 Average Aircraft Load Factor: 84% Number of Successful Airline Departure Flights: 1,758 Number of Airline Departure Flight Cancellations: 5 Airline Departure Flight Cancellation Rate: 0.3%
Ashley Peterson Launches Carolina Flight Deals, Built for Carolina Airports

Carolina Flight Deals℠ launched earlier this month, a subscription flight deal service that searches only airports in North and South Carolina. Founded by travel creator Ashley Peterson, the list sends curated economy fares out of all 16 airports across both states, including smaller markets like Wilmington, Fayetteville, New Bern, and Greenville that national deal services routinely leave out. Membership is $79 a year, with 40 percent off for launch subscribers only. Most national deal services search the biggest hubs first. A traveler in Wilmington or Myrtle Beach opens the email and finds fares out of JFK, Atlanta, or Newark, which means the deal is only a deal if you are willing to drive four hours to catch it. Carolina Flight Deals℠ inverts that. Every fare it sends departs from an airport a Carolinas traveler can actually get to. “Your home airport doesn’t have to be a hub for you to get a good fare,” said Ashley Peterson, founder of Carolina Flight Deals℠. “The big lists look at the big airports first and get around to everybody else later, if they get around to it at all. Nobody is sending deals out of New Bern. We only look at North and South Carolina, so when something lands in your inbox, it actually works from where you live.” Peterson built Ashley Gets Around®, a travel platform with over 100,000 subscribers and 200,000 followers, on premium cabin and business class fares, and spent years telling her audience she had no plans to cover economy. Carolina Flight Deals℠ is the reversal, and she is direct about why. “I said for years I would never do economy deals,” Peterson said. “Then I kept hearing from people who loved the fares and could never use them. A $1,900 business-class seat to Tokyo is a fun email to open but a useless one for most people. This is the version my neighbors can actually book.” Peterson plans to bring the same model to additional regional markets in 2027. To subscribe or learn more, visit carolinaflightdeals.com

National News

NBAA Names Hubbard as Interim COO, Williams as SVP, Operations

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Board of Directors has named Dan Hubbard as interim chief operating officer, and designated Hubbard as the association’s day-to-day lead while President and CEO Ed Bolen takes a leave of absence for cancer treatment. Hubbard has been with NBAA for 22 years and has served as its senior vice president for communications since 2008. “We are wishing Ed a full recovery as he takes the time he needs to focus on his health,” said John Witzig, chair of NBAA’s Board of Directors. “Dan has a strong strategic view of NBAA’s mission and all its initiatives. As NBAA’s interim COO, he will oversee day-to-day operations during Ed’s absence, including at NBAA-BACE, with support from a leadership team with decades of experience, and a proven track record of serving the business aviation community with excellence.” In addition to driving communications and shaping NBAA’s brand, Hubbard has been deeply involved with NBAA’s external affairs, partnerships and advocacy initiatives in the U.S. and globally, including NBAA conventions on four continents. “NBAA is well-positioned to continue operating seamlessly and serving members strategically and effectively, and I am honored to step in and lead our dedicated team,” Hubbard said. “I have every confidence in our ability to execute an outstanding NBAA-BACE next month, while continuing to advance the industry’s policy agenda and supporting the operational and other needs of our members.” NBAA also announced that Heidi Williams will be elevated to senior vice president, operations, filling a role left by the retirement of Douglas Carr this past July. Williams will lead the Operations team. She currently oversees the association’s policies and coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other government and industry stakeholders as vice president, air traffic services and infrastructure. Williams also leads the association’s emerging technologies initiatives and airspace and air traffic modernization efforts. Other aviation associations commented on NBAA’s leadership change and the news about Ed Bolen, including AOPA and EAA. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) extended well wishes to Ed for successful treatment and recovery. “I have known Ed since I started at the General Aviation Manufacturers Association in 2005. Not only is he an extremely effective leader, Ed is a genuinely kind man whose passion and dedication to business aviation have made the whole GA community better. We look forward to having back in the left seat soon,” said AOPA Acting Co-President Katie Pribyl. “I had the pleasure of recently spending some time with Ed. His leadership and commitment to general aviation are unwavering. On behalf of all AOPA members, we wish him a full and speedy recovery,” said AOPA Board of Trustees Chairman Luke Wippler. Jack J. Pelton, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Experimental Aircraft Association said, “EAA offers its best wishes to Ed Bolen and sends our hopes for a full recovery. While Ed rightly focuses on his health, NBAA is in good hands with its current experienced team. We also offer Dan Hubbard, Heidi Williams, and the rest of NBAA our continuing support as we continue to work together to advance and benefit aviation.” NBAA is excited to welcome the global industry to the association’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the world’s most powerful business aviation event. The show will take place Oct. 20-22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and Henderson Executive Airport (HND), bringing together state-of-the-art aircraft and the leaders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aviation.
InfraSolutions Unveils AVIAS 2.0: A New Era in Airport Management

InfraSolutions®, LLC, a McFarland-Johnson, Inc. company, has unveiled AVIAS® 2.0, the next generation of its airport management and planning technology platform. Purpose-built to empower airports with smarter decisions across the entire lifecycle, AVIAS 2.0 brings together advanced analytics, flexible workflows, geospatial intelligence, multi-airport control, and AI-powered assistance in a single, modern platform. Since its launch in May 2024, AVIAS has helped airports manage information and processes spanning capital planning, forecasting, inspections, pavement management, obstruction analysis, land development, and terminal planning. AVIAS 2.0 builds on that foundation with new capabilities for today’s increasingly complex airport needs. “AVIAS 2.0 is a game changer for airport leaders seeking to connect information, people, and decisions like never before,” said Jason Shevrin, VP and Director of Technology for InfraSolutions. “We built this platform for today’s fast-evolving airport environment, where multiple stakeholders, advanced data, complex funding, and ongoing scenario planning are the norm. AVIAS 2.0 unites these elements in a more seamless, intelligent, and actionable environment.” AVIAS 2.0 features a robust platform architecture that empowers organizations managing one or multiple airports. The updated interface is intentionally standardized, so AVIAS looks and feels the same wherever it is deployed. Users benefit from consistent navigation, dashboards, and branding, reinforcing AVIAS as a unified, recognizable platform and reducing variation across implementations. Seamless workflows and location-aware data across airport locations are complemented by an improved user experience, faster GIS and mapping performance, and greater flexibility to configure airport-specific business rules and processes. What’s New in AVIAS 2.0 Multi-airport management and a location-aware platform enable seamless oversight and rapid switching between operational sites, reinforcing a unified AVIAS experience. Enterprise-grade security utilizes Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its independently audited cloud infrastructure and security controls, aligned with widely recognized standards including SOC and ISO 27001, to ensure robust protection for AVIAS. Secure and resilient cloud architecture, leveraging AWS services for secure application hosting, two-factor authentication (2FA), encrypted data storage, backup and recovery, and managed AI capabilities, providing a scalable, resilient foundation for airport operations. Decision Support integrates dashboards, real-time KPIs, and clear status context to provide actionable insights for faster, more informed decisions. Configurable, dynamic workflows and permissions adapt to each airport’s unique structure, streamlining operations as needs evolve. Advanced forecasting, scenario analysis, and financial evaluation tools give airports greater control over planning, operational triggers, and investment opportunities. Enhanced GIS, visualization, and lifecycle management deliver intuitive data interaction and greater asset visibility. Improved lifecycle management for assets and obstructions, offering greater visibility into historical changes. Modernized FAA and operational integrations support the latest NOTAM standards. Expanded development and financial scenario capabilities for evaluating airport property and investment opportunities. AVA, the AVIAS virtual assistant, streamlines information access and workflows with AI-powered natural-language interaction. The AVIAS platform continues to bring together specialized applications that address key areas of airport planning and management. AEROCLEAR™ provides enhanced obstruction and asset lifecycle tracking, helping airports understand changes to critical features over time. CAPLAN™ provides capital improvement and funding management with expanded permissions, configurable approval workflows, and greater control over project and financial processes. DYNAMIC ANALYSIS TOOL® delivers forecasting and scenario-based planning with airport-specific forecasting factors and configurable financial and planning triggers. FLOW™ supports terminal demand and capacity analysis, helping airports evaluate facilities and operational requirements from the curb through the gate. INSPECT™ supports airport inspections, asset management, and operational workflows, with updates to FAA NOTAM integration and weather information. RUMBLE™ supports pavement management with an improved user experience and enhanced map performance. SITES™ supports airport land and development planning with improved highest-and-best-use analysis and greater flexibility for financial scenarios. Together, these applications create a connected environment where airports can transform operational, financial, geographic, and planning information into actionable decisions. The addition of AVA, AVIAS 2.0’s AI-powered virtual assistant, delivers a new level of accessibility and productivity, allowing users to quickly find information, manage documents and insights, and navigate complex tasks using intuitive, conversational commands. “AI should make airport technology more accessible, not more complicated,” added Shevrin. “AVA provides a natural way for users to interact with the wealth of information in their airport systems, helping teams spend less time searching for information and more time making informed decisions.” From Data to Decisions Today’s airports face constant change: shifting demand, funding, infrastructure needs, development opportunities, and operational constraints. AVIAS 2.0 brings these considerations together, enabling organizations to evaluate scenarios and make informed decisions in a unified environment. Instead of treating planning, operations, and capital management as separate silos, AVIAS 2.0 connects information across disciplines, making it easier to analyze, update, and act on data. “AVIAS is about more than adding features,” said Shevrin. “It’s about creating a stronger link between the information airports collect and the decisions they need to make.”

International News

Global Airport Passenger Traffic Reaches Record 9.8 Billion in 2025, ACI-World Reports

Global airports carried a record 9.8 billion passengers in 2025, Airports Council International (ACI) World reported, while air cargo volumes also reached an all-time high. But momentum has cooled in 2026, with passenger growth slowing amid mounting geopolitical and economic headwinds, even as cargo continues to expand. The figures, published in ACI World’s 2026 Annual World Airport Traffic Report (WATR), draw on data from 2,817 commercial airports worldwide – ACI World’s largest dataset to date – capturing an estimated 97% of scheduled global passenger traffic and offering the most comprehensive picture yet of how the world moves through its airports. “The 2025 results confirm what this industry has shown year after year: long-term demand for air travel remains strong, and more capacity will be needed,” said Justin Erbacci, ACI World’s Director General. “Meeting that demand means expanding capacity while getting far more out of the infrastructure we already have. It also means advocating for regulation that enables investment rather than blocking it and never losing sight of the fact that airports are strategic assets for their communities.” Air cargo reached a record 131.2 million tonnes over the year, while aircraft movements climbed to 103.1 million. Yet the headline numbers mask a more unsettled picture emerging in 2026. Geopolitical tensions, airspace disruption and rising costs have begun to reshape the industry’s near-term outlook, the report warns. 2025: the year in numbers SAJ photos by Andrew Stevens International travel drove the growth, with passenger traffic up 6.1%, comfortably outpacing domestic growth of 1.7%. Global air cargo rose 3.3%, while aircraft movements increased 2.0%. Passenger growth was strong across almost every region. Africa led the way with a 9.0% rise in traffic, followed by the Middle East (6.5%), Asia-Pacific (5.1%), and Latin America and the Caribbean (4.5%). Europe also posted solid growth, at 4.2%. North America was the exception, with traffic dipping 0.7% amid softer domestic demand. 2026 so far: turbulence beneath the surface The opening months of this year have told a more complicated story. Global passenger traffic reached approximately 4.7 billion in the first half of 2026, up just 0.6% on the same period last year, a marked slowdown from 2025’s pace. Growth persisted across Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Asia-Pacific, while North America remained largely flat. The Middle East saw the sharpest decline, with traffic down 21%, as the region bore the impact of the escalating crisis and airspace disruption. Yet for all the near-term volatility, the report’s underlying message is one of confidence: the long-run drivers of aviation demand, i.e. rising populations, growing incomes, expanding connectivity and an enduring appetite for mobility remain firmly intact. The full 2026 Annual World Airport Traffic Report offers detailed global and regional analysis of passenger traffic, air cargo and aircraft movements, alongside airport and country rankings and ACI World’s latest traffic outlook.
MedAire Deepens Ties with GoCrisis, Bringing the Crisis Management Specialist into the MedAire Ecosystem

MedAire today announced a strategic investment in GoCrisis, moving the companies’ four-year aviation relationship beyond strategic partnership and toward closer business integration. Through the investment, GoCrisis will leverage MedAire’s IT, finance, and back-office business infrastructure, while both organizations retain their identities, organizational capabilities and established operating roles. Bill Dolny and Elmarie Marais “When a serious aviation event affects crew or passengers, an operator must make decisions about its people while maintaining ongoing operations. Those affected may be far from home and outside their usual support networks, and their medical, security, practical and family needs may continue after the immediate event. The closer relationship is intended to let clients retain the decisions that belong to them while MedAire carries more of the operational burden of bringing the right support around their people,” said Bill Dolny, CEO, MedAire. MedAire supports aviation clients around the clock through medical, security and operational-assistance teams and a global network of vetted providers, drawing on 40 years of aviation experience. Founded in 2014, GoCrisis supports organizations across industries through family assistance, emergency contact centers, crisis communications, field response and recovery. Together, MedAire and GoCrisis connect aviation clients to a crisis-response network of more than 100 crisis experts and 2,000 GoResponders, with access to more than 100,000 emergency response specialists through partners in more than 90 countries. The network is supported by 29 Assistance Centers, 25 Security Centers and more than 91,000 vetted providers. “After years of working side by side, our organizations know where our responsibilities meet during an aviation incident. MedAire and GoCrisis share a philosophy: prepare thoroughly, respond calmly and put people first. Together, we provide an unmatched support capability for the industry when a serious incident impacts their operation,” Dolny continues. The distinction for aviation is the combination of two established operations: MedAire’s around-the-clock aviation medical, security and operational support, and GoCrisis’s specialist support for affected people and families through recovery. The teams can prepare together before an event and coordinate medical and security guidance, local provider support, family assistance, communications and recovery when one occurs. The human consequences of an incident do not end when the immediate operational problem is resolved. Survivors may need continuing care and practical support, families may need reliable information, and organizations may need help coordinating with the services and authorities involved. “At the heart of everything we do is a simple question: If this was my family, what would they need?” said Elmarie Marais, CEO of GoCrisis. “Supporting someone who has lived through an accident is complex. It requires careful coordination among emergency services, authorities, insurers, and NGOs to create a seamless network of support. Care for injured survivors can be long-term and may involve life-changing injuries.” GoCrisis will continue serving clients outside aviation as it does today. Aviation clients will continue working with their established teams while the companies align more of the operations behind their response.

Unmanned Systems

Commercial Drone Alliance Welcomes Christopher Todd, Founder and President of Airborne Response to Its Board of Directors

The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has announced that Christopher Todd, Founder and President of Airborne Response Corp has joined its Board of Directors. The CDA’s Board acts on behalf of the entire membership, helping to shape the organization’s strategic direction. Christopher Todd Todd has over 30 years of business technology experience advising Fortune 500 companies, READ MORE
Dronamics to Shape the Integration of Large Drones into European Airspace

Europe is advancing the integration of large drones into its airspace, a necessary step towards uncrewed aviation at scale. Launched at the EUROCONTROL headquarters in Brussels on the 1st of September, the SESAR IRINA2 project brings together leading European public and private aviation organizations with a common goal to set the standard and protocols for READ MORE

Aviation Education

New Aviation Safety Campaign Seeks to Change How Pilots View Go-Arounds

Go-Arounds Are Awesome!, a new aviation safety initiative founded by expert flight instructor and pilot examiner Jim Pitman, officially launches this month with a campaign to help pilots view a go-around as a normal, positive decision—not a failed landing attempt. The campaign addresses a familiar hazard in general aviation: the temptation to continue an unstable READ MORE
“Warbird Pilot for a Day” Leads Silent Auction for Moonlight Swing at CAF Airbase Georgia

Moonlight Swing attendees Oct. 17 will have a unique opportunity to bid on a special silent auction package, “Warbird Pilot for a Day,” which involves flying in three Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia aircraft. The aircraft will include a Boeing N2S Stearman biplane trainer, an LT-6 Mosquito trainer with aerobatics, and the Airbase’s most READ MORE

InfraSolutions Unveils AVIAS 2.0: A New Era in Airport Management

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

InfraSolutions®, LLC, a McFarland-Johnson, Inc. company, has unveiled AVIAS® 2.0, the next generation of its airport management and planning technology platform. Purpose-built to empower airports with smarter decisions across the entire lifecycle, AVIAS 2.0 brings together advanced analytics, flexible workflows, geospatial intelligence, multi-airport control, and AI-powered assistance in a single, modern platform. Since its launch […]

Nearly $7.5 Million Invested in Windsor International Airport for Critical Infrastructure Projects

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Sydney-Glace Bay, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, on behalf of the Honorable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety at Windsor International Airport. Through the Airports Capital […]

Airports Council International World Calls for Modernization of Outdated Airport Slot System Stifling Competition and Costing Passengers

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Airports Council International (ACI) World has released a white paper calling for the modernization of the global airport slot allocation system. The white paper details how an outdated regulatory framework, designed more than 50 years ago, is forcing the aviation industry into inefficient compromises, creating barriers to socio-economic competitiveness and connectivity. The foundational framework managing […]

Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Lounge Retains Skytrax World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge Title

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

The Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Lounge has once again been named the World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking the lounge’s third consecutive win in the category. The Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport also secured second place, with Star Alliance taking both the […]

FAA to Deliver $1.1 Billion to Upgrade Airports, Including Equipping Runway Vehicles with Transmitters

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a $1.1 billion investment into upgrading critical airport infrastructure, adding family-friendly features, and installing vehicle movement area transmitters (VMATS) onto airport vehicles across the U.S. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is delivering 280 grants to airports in 46 states and three territories through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), […]

NATA Marks 10 Years of Advancing Ramp Safety, Announces New Aviation Ground Operations Safety Day

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) celebrated a decade of advancing ground handling safety at its 10th Annual Ground Handling Safety Symposium (GHSS), held September 15–16 in Fort Worth, Texas. The milestone event welcomed 75 safety professionals, line service managers, operational leaders, trainers, and other industry representatives for two days of practical education, exploration of […]

Phoenix Sky Harbor Announces American Airlines as Primary Carrier for West Terminal, Unveils Destination PHX 2050

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport announced today that American Airlines will be the primary carrier operating from the airport’s future West Terminal, marking a significant milestone in the development of the new facility and the future of air travel in Phoenix. The announcement comes as Phoenix Sky Harbor unveils Destination PHX 2050, a comprehensive development […]

Phoenix Airport Museum Highlights Art and Accessibility Expanding Access to All Airport Visitors

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Art at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is designed to be experienced by everyone. From tactile artwork and sensory-friendly spaces to braille exhibition signage and immersive audio experiences, the Phoenix Airport Museum is expanding opportunities for travelers to engage with art in ways that are accessible to a wide range of visitors. Art You Can […]

N.C. Global TransPark Welcomes U.S. Navy Maintenance Facility to Kinston

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

More than 400 jobs are coming to Kinston, thanks to a new U.S. Navy aircraft maintenance facility at the North Carolina Global TransPark. Last week, Governor Josh Stein and other dignitaries welcomed the U.S. Navy to the TransPark’s newest hangar for the opening of the Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center East C-130/HH-60 MRO Complex. “North Carolina […]

Sky Harbour and Chicago Executive Airport Break Ground on New Home Base Operator

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Eric Blinderman

Photo – 16-Acre Private Hangar Development Introduces a New Model for Business Aviation to Chicago and Generates Significant Regional Economic Impact – Sky Harbour Group Corporation and Chicago Executive Airport commemorated the groundbreaking of a new 16-acre private aviation campus last week, marking one of the largest private infrastructure investments in the airport’s history and […]

Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Lounge Retains Skytrax World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge Title

Sky Harbour and Chicago Executive Airport Break Ground on New Home Base Operator

Scottsdale Airport Schedules Routine Runway Maintenance

“Warbird Pilot for a Day” Leads Silent Auction for Moonlight Swing at CAF Airbase Georgia