A general aviation license plate will soon be available for purchase in Florida because of the passionate efforts of three aviators with support from the AOPA advocacy team. Local Florida pilots Joseph Hurtuk, Dr. Ian Goldbaum, and Richard Golightly bonded over their shared interest in aviation and determination to give back to the industry. They […]
High Cost and Limited Feedstock Impede Scaling of Global Sustainable Fuel Production: EIC Report
High cost and limited feedstock are key hurdles facing the scaling of global sustainable fuel (SAF) production, according to a report released today by the Energy Industries Council (EIC) on the global production of this emerging fuel. Despite SAF’s potential to substantially lower CO2 emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel, its […]
Rick Rogers and Jose Irizarry Join the Elliott Aviation Team
Elliott Aviation, a leading provider of aviation services, has expanded their leadership team with the hiring of Rick Rogers, General Manager, and Jose Irizarry, Director, Quality and Safety. With over 50 combined years of experience, they both are well-established in the aviation industry and their knowledge will be indispensable. “We are excited to welcome Rick […]
Boom Supersonic Announces Successful Flight of XB-1 Demonstrator Aircraft
Photo above – The inaugural flight of XB-1 marks a major milestone toward the return of supersonic travel. Boom Supersonic, the company building the world’s fastest airliner, Overture, has announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world’s first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. Like Overture, XB-1 […]
AOPA Celebrates the Best in Aviation at Annual Hoover Awards
Recognizing select individuals with a fierce commitment to general aviation, the 2024 AOPA R.A. “Bob” Hoover Trophy awards reception was held March 20 at the historic Terminal A at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Russ Meyer Jr. was presented the title award of the night. “After every Hoover awards, we ask ourselves ‘how are we […]
$20 Million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Announced to Modernize 20 Small and Regional Airport Traffic Control Towers Across the U.S.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $20 million to 20 airport-owned airport traffic control towers across the country, spanning 17 states. The funding will be used to upgrade existing or build new control towers, delivering on President Biden’s Investing in America agenda that is rebuilding our infrastructure in every corner of the country. This […]
$110 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding Announced to Improve Safety and Efficiency at 71 Airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding another $110 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to over 70 airports across the U.S. for projects that increase safety and expand capacity. The $110 million includes 74 grants to airports in 32 states to modernize airport and runway infrastructure, improve airfield safety, and create jobs as part […]
Laurinburg-Maxton Airport Gliding into the Future with New Expo
By: Noah Gunter The Laurinburg-Maxton Airport in Maxton, North Carolina is looking to its future with an increase in aviation activity and a future air show. I met with the airport director, Seth Hatchell, and Trey Brown, president of the Sky High Aerospace Expo to discuss the airport’s future and how the past and present […]
Vintage Wings of Canada’s “Victory Flight” to Soar at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
Three iconic World War II-era warbirds – the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, and North American P-51 Mustang – will represent Canadian wartime aviation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024, as Vintage Wings of Canada brings those historic aircraft as part of the “Victory Flight” at Oshkosh in July. The aircraft will be at AirVenture as part […]
Phoenix Rising Investments, Willmeng, Celebrate Grand Opening of New Aviation Institute of Maintenance Campus
Photo above – AIM leaders and special guests take part in the ceremonial ribbon cutting for the company’s Phoenix facility. From left: Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) Regional Director Greg Daniel, American Airlines Vice President of Technical Services Mark Miner, AIM Founder Gerald Yagen, AIM President Joel English, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Norfolk, Va. Mayor […]
