As the City of Battle Creek, Michigan’s airport, Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field, continues to celebrate 95 years of operation it’s launching a new website – www.flybtl.com As part of a recommendation in the airport’s 2017 strategic business plan to develop a new brand the City worked with R.A. Weidemann &Associates Inc., an […]
Nearly $74 Million Secured for 71 Montana Airports
With Montana airports struggling to keep up with costs after the COVID-19 pandemic brought air travel to a standstill, U.S. Senator Jon Tester today successfully secured nearly $74 million to help 71 airports across the Treasure State cover operational expenses, staffing, and certain development projects during the crisis. “Montanans rely on our small regional airports […]
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $10 Billion in Relief for America’s Airports
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the award of approximately $10 billion to commercial and general aviation airports from the Trump Administration’s newly created Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Airport Grant Program. The effort will provide unprecedented and immediate relief to American families, workers, and businesses. “This $10 billion in […]
Pipistrel to Provide Temporary Free Online Training Due to Coronavirus
The team at Pipistrel understands that ongoing aviation education and safety relies on continuous training and learning. Even when most countries are on extended lockdown there are still opportunities to further your knowledge base and gain additional skills as a pilot. Pipistrel has some fantastic resources available online which include many courses that not only […]
A4A President Expresses Gratitude for Administration, Congress for Direct Payroll Assistance
On behalf of the leading U.S. airlines and 750,000 employees, Airlines for America President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio expressed their gratitude for the work of the Trump Administration – especially President Trump, Vice President Pence, Secretary Mnuchin and Secretary Chao – and members of the Senate and the House for their efforts to provide […]
ADB SAFEGATE Appoints New CEO to Accelerate its Transformation Agenda for Airports
The appointment of Laurent Dubois as CEO of ADB SAFEGATE comes at a time of unprecedented challenges for all organizations connected with air travel. The likely impact of the COVID-19 pandemic makes it more important than ever for ADB SAFEGATE to move ahead with its plans to help airports deliver the best, delay-free passenger experiences. […]
Michigan Airports to Receive $256 Million in CARES Act Grants
Governor Gretchen Whitmer today applauded Michigan’s congressional delegation for securing $256 million in airport grants in the CARES Act. The Federal Aviation Administration funding will support airports experiencing severe economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The grants will be distributed to airports to prevent, prepare for and respond to impacts from the crisis. “The […]
EAA Webinar Series’ Popularity Means Additional Sessions for April/May 2020
The increased popularity of EAA’s weekly webinars in recent weeks has led to the addition of new Thursday night sessions for April and early May, specifically focused on homebuilt aircraft. The additional webinars will feature experts from kit manufacturers and areas of homebuilder support. With these additions, EAA webinars will take place up to three […]
Remembering Ray Johnson
On Tuesday, April 7, 2020, Raymond J. Johnson passed away at the age of 94. Throughout his lifetime, Johnson left his mark on aviation, literally around the world through his involvement with state aviation, the Civil Air Patrol, the Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI) and many other organizations. Johnson, who spent a good deal of […]
Global Jet Capital Mourns the Loss of Industry Veteran & Friend Robert ‘Bob’ Fox Jr.
Global Jet Capital joins the business aviation community in grieving the loss of colleague and friend, Robert ‘Bob’ Fox, Jr. Bob worked as aircraft maintenance manager at Global Jet Capital for the past three years and had deep roots in the aviation industry that go back to 1978 when he began working at Piedmont Aviation. […]
