Registration for attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors is now open for the 2014 Iowa Aviation Conference! Exhibitors will receive booth space on a first-come, first serve basis. Information on the conference, to be held April 22 & 23 at the West Des Moines Sheraton Hotel, is available at the Iowa Aviation Conference website, or can be […]
Aeronautics Commission Approves $60 Million Capital Improvement Program
More than two dozen communities across the state will see an increase in construction activity at their local airports over the next several years as well as the jobs that come with such infrastructure work. During its recent meeting in Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission approved its three-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The CIP […]
NINE NOMINEES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR 2013 COLLIER TROPHY
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) announced that nine aviation and aerospace projects will compete for the prestigious 2013 Robert J. Collier Trophy. For 102 years the Collier Trophy has been the benchmark of aviation and aerospace achievement. Awarded annually ““…for the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America,” it has been bestowed upon some […]
Cirrus to JumpStart Pilot Starts with New Program
2014 Cirrus Aircraft has announced the details of its 2014 JumpStart Program, aimed to give more new pilots a comprehensive introduction to general aviation by learning to fly in a Cirrus. The program is a unique collaboration between Cirrus Aircraft, Cirrus’ largest vendor suppliers and Cirrus’ flight training partners to allow first-time pilots to train […]
Guidance Upgrades with Glass
As Robinson Helicopters announces the introduction of glass instrument panels and advanced avionics for the R22, R44, and R66â²s, Guidance Aviation of Prescott, Arizona and Baton Rouge, Louisiana is upgrading its fleet with Garmin G500H glass panels. “We decided a while back to invest in fleet upgrades that would better represent industry standards and provide […]
Embry-Riddle To Be Home of Legend Bob Hoover’s Hall of Honor
In a historic nod to honor aviation’s legends and inspire tomorrow’s pilots, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has been selected to become the home of The Bob Hoover Hall of Honor. Artifacts and memorabilia in the exhibit will illustrate historical achievements of the stars of the sky and Hoover’s world-renowned career as a test pilot, air show […]
Washington aviation associations host Airport Funding Day
Aviation advocates gathered in Olympia on Jan. 28 to participate in the second annual Airport Funding Day. The Washington State Community Airports Association and Washington Airport Management Association hosted the event to increase awareness for legislators, legislative staff, committee staff and the governor’s staff about the funding needs at the state’s 134 public airports. The […]
Duncan Aviation Unveils Double Take Design on Company Citation M2
Chairman Emeritus Robert Duncan and his wife, Karen, surround themselves with the things they’re passionate about: aviation and art. So, when Duncan Aviation acquired a new Citation M2, they wanted the jet’s paint scheme to reflect the brush strokes of an artist, an abstract artist. They also simultaneously took the term “green plane” to another […]
Hartzell Sponsors Goulian at 2014 Red Bull Air Races
Hartzell Propeller is sponsoring Michael Goulian for the 2014 Red Bull Air Race World Championship. “Airshow superstar Michael Goulian redefines what is possible in the air,” said Hartzell Propeller President Joe Brown. “Like Hartzell, he pushes the limits while adhering to strict safety standards. We are gratified to be able to sponsor him and his […]
NBAA Regional Rep Houckes Receives Silk Scarf Award
NBAA presented its Silk Scarf Award on Jan. 30 to Harry Houckes, NBAA’s longtime Southeast regional representative who was influential in building the Association’s regional representative program. Houckes, who is retiring this month, received the award in recognition of his 12 years of effective and dedicated advocacy work on behalf of NBAA Members and business […]
