After a nationwide search, Assistant Chief Information Officer Daver Malik has been named Assistant Aviation Director (Chief Development Officer) for the City of Phoenix Aviation Department. In this role, Daver will oversee the Design & Construction Services, Planning & Environmental, and Technology divisions. With more than 20 years of experience in aviation spanning large hub […]
Walmart Takes Flight with Drone Delivery Expansion to 5 New Cities, Redefining Fast, Flexible Retail
Walmart is taking convenience to new heights – and new speeds – with the expansion of its drone delivery service. Now, millions of customers in Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando and Tampa will enjoy the convenience of receiving their orders in just minutes — making Walmart the first retailer to scale drone delivery across five states: […]
NBAA 2025 White Plains Forum Thrills a Record-Setting Crowd
Held under sunny June skies, the 2025 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) White Plains Regional Forum was a blockbuster event, marked by an enthusiastic, overflowing crowd, a sold-out exhibit floor, a completely full aircraft showcase and a series of expert-led, standing-room-only panel discussions on the industry’s hottest topics. “NBAA’s White Plains Regional Forum brought together […]
Nearly $10 Million Set to Improve Pennsylvania Airports
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a $10 million state investment in projects at five public use airports for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation, and development. Supporting safe, reliable infrastructure while growing the Commonwealth’s economy is a key priority for the Shapiro administration. Pennsylvania’s robust aviation industry employs over 226,000 people, provides nearly $12.5 […]
Harris Named AVL Chief Financial Officer
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has announced the selection of Amy Harris as Chief Financial Officer. Harris’ financial career spans 25 years in both public and private sectors and several industries. As an aviation industry professional, she has over 13 years of airport leadership experience. During her aviation career Harris has managed the financial aspects of […]
McFarland Johnson Announces Further Expansion into Texas
McFarland Johnson has announced the opening of its newest office in Brownsville, Texas. This strategic expansion into the Rio Grande Valley represents a major milestone in the company’s continued growth and dedication to serving Texas and communities across the southern United States. McFarland Johnson’s new Brownsville location plans to offer a full range of multi-disciplinary […]
DEXA Appoints Joe Houghton as Chief Operating Officer to Accelerate Operational Growth and Innovation in Autonomous Drone Delivery
DEXA has announced the appointment of Joe Houghton as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). A seasoned executive with a proven track record in aviation operations, airline certification, and business transformation, Houghton brings over 30 years of industry experience to DEXA as the company scales its national footprint after receiving their FAA Part 135 […]
Aerial Application Saves Corn from Severe Tar Spot Infection
A Wisconsin corn grower learned last year how well aerial application works to control diseases. The grower requested an aerial application of fungicide to control tar spot on 100 acres of corn. His aerial applicator immediately expressed concern about making the application because it was already late August, roughly 10-14 days after R4 growth stage, […]
NCDOT Division of Aviation Announces Recipients of State’s First Advanced Air Mobility Planning Grants
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has announced the recipients of the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Planning Grants. Five municipalities and regional planning organizations have been awarded funding to develop or enhance community-focused plans that incorporate cutting-edge AAM technologies through a partnership with NCDOT Aviation: “These planning projects are about helping communities take […]
Green Taxi Solutions and StandardAero Partner to Certify First Electric Aircraft Taxiing (eTaxi) System
StandardAero has announced a strategic partnership with Green Taxi Solutions (GTS), under which StandardAero will lead certification of GTS’s Zero Engine Taxi™ fully electric aircraft taxiing solution. Backed by a newly awarded $5.6 million U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Continuous Lower Energy, Emissions and Noise (CLEEN) program grant, the collaboration will fast-track development of the […]
