Dozens of the world’s leading electric aircraft developers and technology experts will be speaking at the 19th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), hosted by the Vertical Flight Society (VFS). This exciting event will once again be held online and in person in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on July 19–20, 2025. The annual symposium is held on the […]
Colorado Division of Aeronautics Recognizes Airport and Aviation Professional of the Year
Every year, the Colorado Division of Aeronautics honors a Colorado airport and an aviation professional for their exceptional contributions to the state’s aviation system. This year’s awards were presented at the 2025 Colorado Airport Operators Association (CAOA) Spring Conference, held June 18–20 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Colorado Airport of the Year – Yampa Valley Regional […]
$5.8 Million Announced to Upgrade Airports Across Louisiana
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is granting Louisiana a total of $5,764,492.00 in funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to improve airport infrastructure in Farmerville, Ruston, Oak Grove, Many, Lake Charles, and Abbeville. “Airports are the first impression communities make on people visiting our state,” […]
USI Launches ‘The Unmanned Podcast’ to Spotlight the People and Progress Powering the Industry
The Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) has announced the launch of The Unmanned Podcast—a new podcast series focused on the technology, talent, and transformation shaping the future of uncrewed aviation. Each week, The Unmanned Podcast brings together educators, operators, and innovators to explore the forces advancing safety, autonomy, and workforce readiness in the drone sector. The […]
Ontario International Airport Keeps Climbing with Passenger Count Up Nearly 2% in May
The number of passengers who traveled through Ontario International Airport (ONT) was higher by nearly 2% in May, the 51st straight month of year-over-year growth, while air cargo volume increased 5%, officials announced. The airport reported 630,137 passengers last month, 1.9% more than May 2024. Domestic passengers totaled 591,336, while the number of international travelers was […]
NBAA Welcomes Five-Country Partnership to Collaborate on Global Advanced Air Mobility Growth
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today welcomed a new, U.S.-led partnership with Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK to coordinate as the countries take steps to integrate advanced air mobility (AAM) into their aviation systems. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and acting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Chris Rocheleau joined other government […]
NBAA Commends Administration’s Return to Zero-for-Zero US-UK Aerospace Tariff Policy
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) applauds the Trump Administration’s return to zero-for-zero tariffs on aerospace products from the United Kingdom as part of a June 16 Executive Order (EO), Implementing the General Terms of the United States of America – United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal. Under the EO, the 10% tariffs on aircraft and […]
Oklahoma Celebrates 4 Years as National Leader in Aerospace Education
Photo above – L to R: Rep. Josh Cantrell, Kingston; Rep. Tammy Townley, Ardmore; Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) Executive Director Grayson Ardies; ODAA Statewide Aerospace STEM Education Manager Paula Kedy; and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation Vice President Dan Justman announced Oklahoma has been named number one in the nation for […]
Airport Improvements Announced for Airports Across Maine
U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that five Maine airports will receive a total of $1,326,261 to support important infrastructure improvements. The funding comes from the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Fiscal Year 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) program, made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Job Act (IIJA). Senator Collins […]
RDU Announces Two New International Destination
June has already delivered new opportunities for travelers at Raleigh-Durham International (RDU), including a new airline and two new international flights. Air Canada introduced new nonstop service from RDU to Vancouver (YVR) June 5, offering nonstop service between the Triangle and the Western Canada for the first time. The flight is expected to find popularity […]
