At the conclusion of the precedent-setting case for public-use airports nationwide, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District Court of New York on Aug. 7 issued a permanent injunction that strikes down access restrictions for New York’s East Hampton Airport (HTO) and resolves multiple years of litigation by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) […]
Second British Airways Flight to Resume at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
After a successful second nonstop flight to London Heathrow Airport for British Airways in May and June, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is pleased to announce that the airline is bringing back the additional service three days a week. Beginning March 27, 2018, British Airways will operate a second flight on Tuesdays and Fridays. On […]
TAP Air Portugal Lands First-Ever 70’s Retro Flight in U.S.
TAP Air Portugal, the 72 year-old Portuguese national carrier, recently debuted its first “retro” aircraft livery in Miami, after a flight from Lisbon, featuring an aircraft design it first used in the 1950s. The aircraft, an A330, has been named “Portugal” as a tribute to both Portugal and its people. The classic image chosen for […]
GAMA Publishes Second Quarter Airplane Shipment Report
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) today published second quarter general aviation airplane shipment and billings data. The general aviation industry delivered 995 airplanes at a value of $9 billion during the first half of 2017. “Results for the second quarter of this year are very much like the first – mixed, with some bright […]
Air Lease Corporation Announces Lease Placement of Additional New Boeing 787 Dreamliner with Aeromexico
Air Lease Corporation (NYSE:AL) has announced a long term lease agreement with Aeromexico for one additional new Boeing 787-9 aircraft with General Electric engines. The aircraft is from ALC’s order book with Boeing and will be Aeromexico’s fourth new 787-9 lease from ALC. Two of the Dreamliner aircraft have already delivered to the airline, with […]
U.S. DOT Announces Additional $162.4 Million in Infrastructure Grants
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will award $162.4 million in airport infrastructure grants to 72 airports in 31 states across the United States as part of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). “The Airport Improvement Program helps to maintain our aviation infrastructure and supports safety, capacity, […]
Scholarships Awarded to Women Soar You Soar Program Participants at EAA AirVenture 2017
This year at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017, the Women Soar You Soar program granted four scholarships to young females with a strong interest in an aviation career. Women Soar You Soar strives to engage, inspire and educate young women to pursue their dreams in aviation and beyond. The following scholarships help young females further achieve […]
20 Acre Aircraft Flight Test Facility at Mojave Enters Federal Aerospace Market
Flight Research, Inc. has entered the federal aerospace marketplace with multiple mission awards this year, officials of the Mojave based company announced today. The Flight Research, Inc. and the International Flight Test Institute operate a 924,000-square foot campus at the northeast corner of the Mojave Air and Space Port. With ideal accommodations for flight testing […]
Canadian Government Investing in Safety at Thompson Airport
Canadians, tourists and businesses benefit from safe and well-maintained airports. From visiting friends and family, to travelling to medical appointments, or getting goods to market, we rely on our local and regional airports to support and sustain vibrant communities. These airports also provide essential air services including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue and […]
AirMap and Kansas Department of Transportation Partner to Deploy Unmanned Traffic Management Technology Statewide
AirMap and the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) today announced that they will deploy Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) technology across the state of Kansas. The initiative, which is the first of its kind in the United States, will support the growth of the state’s drone economy and ensure safer skies for all who live, work, […]
