The Oregon Department of Aviation has announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, now live https://www.oregon.gov/aviation. The updated platform offers a streamlined, user-friendly experience, making it easier for the public, aviation professionals, and partners to access vital information and resources. Recognizing the importance of clear and efficient communication, ODAV undertook this comprehensive website redesign […]
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Cottage Grove State Airport – Apron Rehab Project – Summer 2025
The Cottage Grove State Airport (61S) Apron Rehabilitation project will begin in the summer of 2025. This project will repave the main apron and tiedown area, which will be completed in two phases over 90 days. This phased approach will minimize impacts to tenants and maintain access to the runway and taxiways, as well as […]
Prospect State Airport Runway Closure – Rehabilitation Project Beginning May 13th
The Prospect State Airport (64S) Runway Rehabilitation and Electrical Improvement project will begin Tuesday May 13th, 2025. A previous notice showed the project starting Monday May 5th. NOTAMs have been updated to reflect this change. This project will provide a new runway surface and electrical system including runway lighting and navigational aids. Project/Closure Schedule: During […]
Pureflight Aviation Training Experiences Busiest Year in 40 Years
Pureflight Aviation Training has a rich aviation history. Originally established in 1983 as Precision Aviation Training, Pureflight has been providing intentional training and real-world preparation to helicopter and airplane students for decades, offering big school quality with small school culture. 2024 has been the busiest year in the school’s history, and 2025 is looking strong […]
Oregon Department of Aviation Gives Update on Aurora Airport Master Planning Process
The Oregon Department of Aviation has given an update on the Aurora Airport Master Planning process. The Department reports that the technical team has been working hard to make changes to Working Paper #1 based on FAA’s comments (see the documents linked under “FAA Review” on the project website). This means that the committee meetings […]
ACSF Welcomes Mercy Flights Inc. to its Membership and Aviation Safety Action Program
The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero) announced that Mercy Flights Inc., of Medford, Oregon, has become its newest member. Additionally, the company will participate in the ACSF’s third-party facilitation of the FAA’s voluntary Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). In welcoming Mercy Flights Inc. to the ACSF membership, ACSF President Bryan Burns noted the rapidly increasing […]
Kenji Sugahara Named Department of Aviation Director
Kenji Sugahara has been appointed by Oregon Governor Tina Kotek to be the next Director of the Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV). He is expected to be confirmed by the Senate in April and will succeed current Director Betty Stansbury, who is retiring at the end of April. Sugahara is a Salem resident with a […]
Reservations for Switchblade Flying Car Climb to 100 Per Month +
Samson Sky, creators of the Switchblade Flying Car has seen Reservations for its flying car climb to more than 100 Reservations per month for the past 6 months. According to Sam Bousfield, Samson Sky CEO and designer of the Switchblade, this is the largest increase in Samson’s history. “Over the years, we’ve certainly had big […]
Leading Edge Flight Academy Partners with Ravn Alaska to Offer Pilots a More Direct – and More Affordable – Path to the Airlines
The financial investment required to become a professional pilot is a hurdle for many aspiring pilots. Additionally, the U.S. is facing a national pilot shortage caused by a training and hiring slowdown from the pandemic and a wave of early retirements. To support the long-term career success of pilot candidates and to help address the […]
ODAV Aeronautical Study Fees Approved
On August 10, 2022, the State Aviation Board approved amendments to Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 738-070-160 to establish a fee for aeronautical studies performed by the Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV). Rulemaking was based on Senate Bill 38, passed in the 2021 legislative session. The fee shall be paid by the sponsor or representative of […]
