In its January meeting, the N.C. Board of Transportation approved state funding for various safety and airfield improvement projects at nine North Carolina airports. More than $279,000 in state funding has been awarded for projects that help the airports increase capacity, attract new jobs and businesses to their communities, and improve the safety for pilots […]
Ninety-Nines Receive Conrad N. Hilton Foundation Half-Million-Dollar Grant
To honor Barron Hilton’s legacy as a supporter of aviation, the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation has awarded a half-million-dollar grant to the Endowment Fund of the Ninety-Nines, a nonprofit organization of women pilots dedicated to aerospace training and education. The grant will enable the Ninety-Nines to increase outreach activities, develop more high-quality pilot proficiency education […]
Ben Siegel Named Executive Director of Lee County Port Authority
The Lee County Board of Port Commissioners named Benjamin R. Siegel, CPA, C.M., as the executive director of the Lee County Port Authority on Jan. 21, 2021. As executive director, he will direct the administration, operations and development of Southwest Florida International Airport and Page Field in Fort Myers, Fla. “I look forward to working […]
AOPA to Honor Aviation Pioneers with Fifth-Annual R.A. “Bob” Hoover Trophy Award (Virtual) Presentation
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association will honor several pioneers in aviation and aviation safety during its virtual fifth-annual AOPA R.A. “Bob” Hoover Trophy Award presentation on February 3. The celebration will take place virtually this year. The event, which is typically limited to 200 people and takes place in the historic Terminal A at […]
InterDrone Launches “Drones at Dawn” Podcast – Amplifying the Voices Who are Making a Difference in the UAM/AAM Industry
InterDrone has announced that Dawn Zoldi, CEO of P3 Tech Consulting will be hosting their new weekly podcast called “Drones at Dawn.” Mike Pehel, Marketing Director and InterDrone Chairman explains, “The idea is to grab your coffee and kick off your week each Monday morning, 10 am ET, with a 30 minute live discussion on […]
State Aviation Officials Endorse Buttigieg for Transportation Secretary
Today, the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) sent a letter to the leaders of the US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation endorsing Pete Buttigieg to be Secretary of Transportation and encouraging his swift confirmation. The letter, signed by Bobby Walston, NASAO Board Chair and Director of the North Carolina Department of […]
Liberty University Names Dr. Rick Roof Dean, School of Aeronautics
Liberty University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Scott Hicks announced that interim dean, Dr. Rick Roof, has officially been named dean of the School of Aeronautics. Roof brings a vast amount of industry and education experience to the School of Aeronautics. After serving nine years in the Air Force as an avionics technician and operations […]
North Dakota DOT and Northern Plains UAS Test Site Announce Partners for FAA BEYOND Program
The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS) are partnering with major players in the commercial UAS industry to execute the goals of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) BEYOND program. “We are incredibly excited to announce our partnerships with such innovative companies from within North Dakota and across […]
EAA AeroEducate Initiative Helps Young People Explore and Cultivate Aviation Interest
AeroEducate, the newest youth aviation initiative from EAA, will bring an interactive, educational, and engaging experience to young people ages 5 to 18 beginning in 2021. AeroEducate’s web-based resource provides clear, age-appropriate pathways to aviation and aerospace engagement, and even career paths. A multitude of turnkey, easy-to-use aviation-themed activities for teachers and EAA chapters can […]
FAA Seeks Public Comment on Aviation Noise Effects and Mitigation Research Portfolio
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced plans to seek public comment on the existing noise research portfolio, including the Neighborhood Environmental Survey, and additional areas recommended for investigation. The notice is available on FAA’s website. The FAA is sharing information on its aircraft noise research programs that includes a portfolio of research initiatives related to […]













