Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced last week that 58 projects at 37 airports have been selected to receive $14.3 million through the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP). “Improvements made to our aviation infrastructure are vital to local economies, even in rural parts of Kansas,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “These enhancements ensure that no matter where […]
NBAA Challenges Biden’s Call for Singling Out Business Aviation with Punitive Tax Treatment
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) responded to tax proposals for business aviation referenced in President Biden’s recent State of the Union speech. “Of course, every American business should pay the taxes they owe, but President Biden has unfairly chosen to target those who use business aviation, even though the vast majority of flights are […]
AUVSI Applauds Signing of Drone Prepared Legislation into Law in South Dakota
Last week, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signed Senate Bill 169 into law after its unanimous passage in the State’s Senate and 67-2 passage in the House of Representatives. The law, which was supported by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), codifies the rights of commercial and recreational drone operators, reaffirms the authority […]
Michigan Department of Transportation Receives Latest Generation Automated Weather Observing Systems from ADB SAFEGATE
ADB SAFEGATE, through its DBT Transportation Services LLC (DBT) subsidiary, was awarded a $3.7 million contract to replace the 42 Non-Federal Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS) by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). DBT developed the F1 Standalone AWOS (F1 STA) in compliance with the FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-16, while taking into consideration comments and […]
The Women of Connico – Pivotal to the Company’s Past, Present and Future Success
Photo above – Some of the women from Connico include, from left, Janet Terry, Senior Marketing Specialist; Tere Ayers, Specialist; Lisa Heckendorn-Blake, Director of Scheduling; Christy Shadowens, Administrative Director; and Deane Gardner; Experience Specialist. As we focus on Women’s History Month, the State Aviation Journal takes a look at a company established in 1990 by […]
Crisalion Mobility Strengthens Management Team and Appoints Alberto Muñoz-Domper as CFO
Crisalion Mobility, a Spanish leader in the design and development of advanced electric mobility solutions that are efficient, safe and sustainable, has appointed Alberto Muñoz-Domper as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With more than two decades’ experience in the financial sector, Alberto Muñoz-Domper’s invaluable strategic expertise will be crucial to Crisalion Mobility’s future growth. […]
GeoCue Welcomes The LiDAR Pros to Its Distribution Network Expanding LiDAR Coverage Throughout the Western U.S.
GeoCue, a leading provider of drone LiDAR mapping hardware and software, is pleased to announce the addition of The LiDAR Pros (TLP) to its growing distribution network. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, The LiDAR Pros will serve as a key distributor covering Nevada, Utah, Idaho, Southern California, and Western Arizona providing TrueView 3D Imaging Sensors, […]
Aviation Institute of Maintenance Welcomes New Campus Executive Director in Manassas
Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Dengler to the role of Campus Executive Director at the Manassas campus. Dengler brings over three decades of experience in admissions, operations, and campus leadership, making him a valuable addition to the AIM family. Dengler holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in […]
VI&E Solutions Appoints Jeremiah Behling as Board Chairman
Volatus Infrastructure & Energy Solutions has continued to grow its Board of Directors by appointing Jeremiah Behling “JB” as Board Chairman. JB brings a wealth of knowledge from the financial industry and will help direct and advise VI&E Solutions as the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry matures. “We are honored to have Jeremiah not only […]
Legendary Designer Burt Rutan Returning to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Burt Rutan, whose innovative designs have captured the world of flight ranging from homebuilt aircraft to space vehicles, will return to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2024 with appearances and forums coinciding with the 50th anniversary of his VariEze canard aircraft design. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. “Burt […]
