Photo above – On May 17, 2024, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed into law House Bill 24-1235. This new legislation is aimed to help reduce aviation impacts on Colorado communities. Photo L-R: Rep. Shannon Bird, Gov. Jared Polis, Rep. Kyle Brown, Sen. Steve Fenberg. Photo by Shahn Sederberg – CDOT. On May 17, 2024, before […]
FAA Reauthorization Act Extends ASSURE UAS Program and Establishes ASSUREd Safe
The FAA Reauthorization Act 2024 marks a significant milestone in the advancement of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) technology and safety. Among its provisions, the extension of the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE), FAA’s Center of Excellence for UAS programs, stands out as a crucial initiative driving innovation and collaboration in […]
South Dakota Airport Terminal Program Launched
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has announced the launch of the South Dakota Airport Terminal Program (SDATP) following the successful passage of Senate Bill 144 in the 2024 legislative session. This bill allocated $10 million in funding to support airport terminal projects across the state, representing a significant investment in enhancing South Dakota’s […]
Drone Delivery Canada and Volatus Aerospace Corp. Announce Merger
Drone Delivery Canada Corp. and Volatus Aerospace Corp. have announced that they have entered into a business combination agreement to combine the companies in a merger of equals transaction, with the combined company to continue under the name “Volatus Aerospace Corp.” Under the Merger, which the boards of directors of both companies have approved, the […]
Deutsche Aircraft Partners with Toulouse-Based Airplane Painter
Photo above – From left are, Peter Spyrka (Vice President of Programs at Deutsche Aircraft) and Charly Arslan (Vice President, and Founder of Airplane Painter) in Toulous. Deutsche Aircraft has announced a strategic partnership with Airplane Painter, a painting and sealing service provider based in Toulouse, France. Airplane Painter will serve as the supplier for […]
SIU Aviation’s Lorelei and José Ruiz Have Legacy of Students Soaring to New Heights
Student success has always been the focus for Southern Illinois University Carbondale Aviation’s Lorelei and José Ruiz. Each worked more than 30 years for the nationally recognized program, and they account for hundreds of aviation professionals in varying careers within the industry. “Looking back, I have been so blessed in the opportunities that were presented […]
Blade Air Mobility Partners with Ocean Casino Resort to Offer Direct Flights from Manhattan to Atlantic City
Blade Air Mobility, Inc. announced its partnership with Ocean Casino Resort (“Ocean”) to fly Ocean’s guests by helicopter directly between Manhattan and Ocean’s dedicated rooftop helipad in Atlantic City all summer long. Guests can book seats for $695 each way, beginning on Saturday, May 25, and every Saturday and Sunday in July and August through […]
RDU’s New International Flights Set to Arrive
Ready to travel the globe? Three new international flights are on deck at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Here’s a primer on when they start, where they fly and everything else you need to know. ğ Lufthansa to Frankfurt, Germany (FRA) RDU’s newest European nonstop flight will take you to the continental gateway of Frankfurt beginning […]
DOAV Announces College Scholarship Award Winners
The next generation of aviation professionals will soon be heading off to college – and the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV) and the Virginia Airport Operators Council (VAOC) are helping some of them get there. This week, three high school seniors were awarded scholarships based on their accomplishments, backgrounds and, most importantly, their aviation ambitions. […]
Heart Aerospace Opens US R&D Hub, Enters New Development Phase for Hybrid-Electric Airplane
Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker, Heart Aerospace, announced a significant milestone with the opening of a new Research and Development hub in the United States. This strategic move comes as the company prepares to enter a new phase of hardware testing in the development of its first regional hybrid-electric airplane, the ES-30. The Los Angeles-based R&D […]
