Seaplanes and Extreme Parachutists Swoop from Sky to Sea as Fantasy of Flight Celebrates First-of-its-Kind Event, “The Last Big Splash” Sept. 26-27

POLK CITY, Fla. (August 11, 2009) – For the first time ever in Central Florida, seaplanes and extreme skydiving will come together in one action-packed event called "The Last Big Splash" at Fantasy of Flight. "The Last Big Splash" is the last seaplane fly-in and competition to be held this year at Fantasy of Flight […]

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Los Angeles International Airport Using Sensis ASDE-X

EAST SYRACUSE, NY – August 10, 2009 – Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is now operating with Sensis Airport Surface Detection Equipment, Model X (ASDE-X), a runway incursion detection and alerting system. Seventeen airports are operational with ASDE-X of the 35 airports to receive the technology through the FAA’s ASDE-X program.   ASDE-X combines surface […]

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FAA Managers McClardy and Reid Honored with the 2009 ACC Agency Best Practices Award

Washington, DC – The Airport Consultants Council (ACC) presented its prestigious 2009 Agency Best Practices Award to Mark McClardy and LaVerne Reid of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This Award, which recognizes excellence in individuals, teams and organizations working closely with the airport consultant community, was presented at the ACC/FAA/TSA Summer Workshop Series Awards Luncheon […]

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Aero LEDs Introduces Product Line at AirVenture

AirVenture 2009 – Monday Aero LEDs company founders hosted the media at a working lunch to introduce their full product line of LED aircraft lighting solutiions. Nate Calvin, CEO (pictured on right) introduced his team and the products. More information can be found on the company’s website at www.AeroLEDs.com. Attachment:

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