For decades Nebraska Department of Aeronautics’ (NDA) personnel have shared their expertise and wealth of information on weather and navigational aids to airports not only across the Cornhusker state, but with the nation through their participation with the National Association of State Aviation Officials. (NASAO) Lyle Jacobsen, Nebraska’s Chief of the NDA’s Navigational Aids […]
North Dakota Aeronautics Commission in Bismarck Seeks Aviation Education Coordinator
The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission is seeking to fill the following position. The responsibilities include providing public information, education/training and the promotion of North Dakota aviation. Position requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, public relations or marketing; OR a bachelor’s degree in another field plus 2 years work experience related to the position’s duties. […]
B-17 ‘FLYING FORTRESS’ BOMBERS TO MARK AIRCRAFT’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY DURING EAA AIRVENTURE 2010
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wis. – (June 16, 2010) – At least four of the remaining airworthy Boeing B-17 "Flying Fortress" aircraft will be on hand to commemorate the legendary World War II bomber’s 75th anniversary during EAA AirVenture 2010. "The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration" will be held July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional […]
AzAA Objects to ADOT Pending Sweep of 6.5 Million from Aviation Fund
In a recent letter to John Halikowski, Director of the Arizona Department of Transportation, (ADOT), Casey Denny, (pictured) President of the Arizona Airports Association, (AzAA), objected to a planned sweep of $6.5 million from the state’s aviation fund. In his letter dated June 1, 2010, Casey noted that the Arizona State Legislature directed the sweep […]
Illinois Airports Recognized by IDOT’s Division of Aeronautics for Outstanding Service
Illinois Transportation Secretary Gary Hannig today congratulated the “2010 Airport of the Year” award recipients. Seven Illinois airports were recognized at the Illinois Aviation Conference, held in Schaumburg last week, for their accomplishments throughout the year, including an outstanding partnership with the state of Illinois and their commitment to customer satisfaction. “We are very proud […]
Ryan Airfield Tower Marks Two Million Operations Error Free
Ryan Airfield near Tucson, Arizona celebrated over two million operations error free last month. Ryan Airfield is part of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Contract Tower Program (CTP). At Ryan the FAA contracts with Serco Management Services, Inc. to manage the operation, which is overseen by Air Traffic Manager Gloria Calhoun. The Ryan Airfield […]
Technical Center Signs Agreement to Research Unmanned Aircraft Systems in the National Airspace System
The Federal Aviation Administration’s William J. Hughes Technical Center has established a cooperative research and development agreement with Insitu Inc., of Bingen, Washington, and the New Jersey Air National Guard to study unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and to address their integration into the national airspace system (NAS). Insitu Inc., a wholly-owned, independent subsidiary of The Boeing […]
John Persinos Joins Aerospace & Security Media
Longtime aerospace journalist John Persinos has joined Aerospace & Security Media in two senior management positions. Effective today (7th June 2010), Mr. Persinos is Online Publisher responsible for all emediaJohn Persinos initiatives at the company. He also will serve as editor-in-chief of the company’s publication, Aviation Maintenance magazine. Aerospace & Security Media is […]
P-51 World War II Fighter Added to the Pima Air & Space Museum
A North American P-51 Mustang will go on display at the Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Road, starting this Friday, June 4, inside Hangar 4. The airplane, considered the best American fighter of World War II, used a Rolls Royce Merlin engine. It was originally developed for the British Royal Air Force […]
Arizona Aerospace Foundation Adds Three to the Aviation Hall of Fame
The Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame has named three new inductees. The aviation pioneers were recognized at the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame’s 21st Annual Induction Ceremony held April 17 at the Pima Air & Space Museum, 6000 E. Valencia in Tucson, Arizona. The new members of the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame, located inside […]
