Electra.aero, Inc. announced that industry veteran Col. Donn Yates (USAF Ret.) has joined the company as Vice President of Government Programs. In his new role, Yates will drive Electra’s efforts to develop and deliver cutting-edge adaptable capabilities for U.S. Government customers. Yates will spearhead Electra’s business development efforts for additional development and procurement contracts focused […]
First Aviation Maintenance Apprenticeship Program Approved in Louisiana
The Louisiana Workforce Commission State Apprenticeship Council recently approved the launch of the state’s first-ever Aviation Maintenance Apprenticeship program. The apprenticeship connects SOWELA Technical Community College Aviation Maintenance students with a paid apprenticeship at Citadel Completions and is in response to a high demand for Aviation Maintenance Technicians. “This is another great example of industry […]
NAA Unveils Greatest Aerospace Achievements of 2024 in Announcing Collier Trophy Finalists
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has announced the five aeronautic innovations competing for the 2024 Collier Trophy, the most prestigious award in aeronautics and astronautics. Since 1911, the coveted award has been presented annually for “the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America with respect to improving the performance, efficiency, and safety of air […]
Michigan Airports to Receive $4 Million in Grants for Airport Improvement Projects
The Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) have announced $4 million in one-time Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 airport development grants to be awarded to 33 Michigan airports for 44 improvement projects. These funds will help airports with clearing obstructions, repairing runways, upgrading lighting, building hangars, and acquiring operations equipment. Fast […]
Public Comment Period Open for Flying Cloud Airport Long-Term Plan
Photo above – The MAC invites the public to attend an open house to learn about the draft 2040 long-term plan for Flying Cloud Airport. Courtesy of the Metropolitan Airports Commission. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has opened a 45-day public comment period for its draft 2040 long-term plan for Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) in […]
North Dakota Commercial Airports See Busiest January in State History
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC) has released its monthly report detailing airline passenger traffic at the state’s eight commercial service airports. In January 2025, North Dakota’s commercial service airports recorded 105,587 passenger boardings, making it the busiest January in state history. This surpasses the previous record of 100,617 set in January 2015 and marks […]
USI Partners With Dallas College to Offer UAS Workforce Development Program
The adoption of drone technology by public safety, countless commercial industry segments, military and government organizations, and the general public has created a large need for educated, trained and certified drone operators and other related positions throughout the drone ecosystem. Additionally, the north Texas marketplace has become a hot bed for proof-of-concept activities related to […]
Virginia Aviation Board Funds Projects at 20 GA Airports
During last week’s quarterly meeting of the Virginia Aviation Board, the Board provided $7,918,975.15 to fund 31 projects at 20 General Aviation airports in the Commonwealth. Greg Campbell, director of the Virginia Department of Aviation, said, “These projects — both large and small — will help many of Virginia’s General Aviation airports better […]
Aviation Industry Coalition Calls for Additional FAA Staffing and Modernization, Opposes Air Traffic Control Privatization
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association joined a coalition of aviation industry organizations in sending a letter to Congress today outlining the need for increased investments to hire and train more air traffic controllers and to modernize equipment. The letter pointed out that for “the aviation system to flourish we must meaningfully invest in the […]
Boca Raton Airport Wins FAA Safety Award, Achieves 100% Safety Program Participation
The Boca Raton Airport Authority announced that they have received the 2023 General Aviation Safety Award from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southern Region Airports Division. The award, presented on February 4, 2025, at the Southern Region Airports Conference in Atlanta, GA, recognizes exceptional commitment to safety practices and innovations. A key factor in winning […]
