The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will hold a public webinar to present its recently released Noise Research Portfolio and Neighborhood Environmental Survey on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. ET. The webinar will provide an overview of the agency’s noise research program, including the survey, followed by a live question and answer session. It […]
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Nearly $2 Billion Grant Program for COVID Relief to Airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation is making nearly $2 billion in federal grant funding available to help airports affected by COVID-19 under the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program. “President Biden has made it a priority to deliver immediate relief to our transportation sectors and their workers, ensuring they can continue to […]
Weathering the Storm in Memphis
Glen Thomas, Director of Strategic Marketing & Communications/PIO for Memphis International Airport shared a quick recap of how the airport responded to the winter weather that blew through Thursday morning, February 11th. “Runways are open, and flights are arriving and departing,” noted Thomas. Crews deployed de-icing chemicals on the runways overnight and monitored them to […]
Kansas State Polytechnic to Host Free Webinar on UAS Regulation Changes from FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration has announced several changes related to unmanned aircraft systems operations that will go into effect in the coming months. These regulation changes are important for every new and experienced UAS pilot to understand. Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus is offering a free webinar and live question and answer session to discuss […]
DRONEDEK Raises $1.25 Million+ for Its Industry-First Smart Mailbox
DRONEDEK, the Indianapolis startup that has patented a high-tech mailbox designed for secure drone delivery, has raised more than $1.25 million to support its imminent product launch. To support that launch, the company plans to establish a new central Indiana office and create up to 85 new, high-wage jobs. Investments come from a combination of […]
Daher Expands Global Support Network with MecanAir’s Designation as a Dual Kodiak and TBM Aircraft Service Center
Daher has announced the appointment of Switzerland’s MecanAir SA as an authorized service center for both the Kodiak and TBM turboprop-powered aircraft. Based at Ecuvillens Airport (LSGE) near Fribourg, MecanAir is an EASA Part 145 certificated maintenance and repair station. It has been operating as an authorized Kodiak service center, and the expansion of its […]
New Piper M600/SLS Simulator Enters Service at Legacy Flight Training
Piper Aircraft announced that exclusive factory training provider for the M600, Legacy Flight Training, has taken delivery of a Frasca M600/SLS Simulator. Training using the new type-specific device began on February 1, 2021. The flight simulator uses a Piper sourced M600 fuselage, pilot seating, sub panels, switching and flight controls which enables real world, model […]
Why You Might Consider Joining the Civil Air Patrol
I have to confess: Being a local leader of one of Vermont’s best kept secrets in community service is not always easy. But it is one of the most rewarding. I am writing, of course, about the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), whose state headquarters are located at Burlington International Airport (KBTV). The Civil Air Patrol, […]
Genetec Lands Multi-Year Changi Airport Group Security Upgrade Project
Singapore’s Changi Airport Group, one of the most innovative and technologically advanced airports in the world, has selected Genetec, Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions to enhance and upgrade its security system. The three-year project, which is expected to be completed by the end of […]
Bahamas Added to Premier’s Exclusive Aircraft Sales Territory
Premier Aircraft Sales has been selected as the exclusive Diamond Aircraft dealer for the Bahamas. With the addition, Premier now serves 43 percent of Diamond’s customer base in North America. “This business growth will enable us to better support customers who live and work in the Caribbean,” said Travis Peffer, Premier Aircraft president. “The Bahamas […]













