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Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Lounge Retains Skytrax World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge Title
The Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Lounge has once again been named the World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking the lounge’s third consecutive win in the category. The Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport also secured second place, with Star Alliance taking both the […]
Sky Harbour and Chicago Executive Airport Break Ground on New Home Base Operator
Photo – 16-Acre Private Hangar Development Introduces a New Model for Business Aviation to Chicago and Generates Significant Regional Economic Impact – Sky Harbour Group Corporation and Chicago Executive Airport commemorated the groundbreaking of a new 16-acre private aviation campus last week, marking one of the largest private infrastructure investments in the airport’s history and […]
Scottsdale Airport Schedules Routine Runway Maintenance
Scottsdale Airport will temporarily close Runway 03/21 and all taxiways in October for scheduled pavement preservation maintenance designed to extend the life of the existing airfield. The routine preservation project does not expand or lengthen the runway, change its weight-bearing capacity or enable the airport to accommodate larger aircraft. It is separate from the ongoing […]
“Warbird Pilot for a Day” Leads Silent Auction for Moonlight Swing at CAF Airbase Georgia
Moonlight Swing attendees Oct. 17 will have a unique opportunity to bid on a special silent auction package, “Warbird Pilot for a Day,” which involves flying in three Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia aircraft. The aircraft will include a Boeing N2S Stearman biplane trainer, an LT-6 Mosquito trainer with aerobatics, and the Airbase’s most […]

State News

MSP No. 1 Mega Airport in North America for Third Straight Year

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) has been named the best mega airport in North America for customer and traveler satisfaction for the third consecutive year, according to the annual JD Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study. MSP ranked No. 1 in all seven dimensions measured by the study: ease of travel through airport; level of trust with airport; terminal facilities; airport staff; departure/to airport experience; food, beverage and retail; and arrival/from airport experience. “This is an unprecedented achievement, especially given the consistently strong performance of airports across our size category,” said Brian Ryks, CEO and executive director of the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), which owns and operates MSP. “Our repeat No. 1 ranking is a testament to the appreciation travelers have for the service, hospitality and amenities that make trips through MSP easy and memorable.” MSP has now earned the top ranking among mega airports in four of the past five years. In 2025, the airport served more than 36 million passengers, making it the 17th busiest airport in the United States and a key global gateway for Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. MSP offers nonstop service to 167 destinations from 15 commercial airlines. It serves as Delta Air Lines’ second-busiest hub and the largest base of operations for Sun Country Airlines, which was recently acquired by Allegiant Travel Company. The JD Power 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study is based on nearly 25,000 surveys from travelers who passed through at least one U.S. or Canadian airport. It evaluates both departure and arrival experiences. “High customer satisfaction reflects the MAC’s ongoing investments in MSP Airport’s facilities and offerings,” said James Lawrence, chair of the MAC Board of Commissioners. “These investments support Minnesota’s economy, strengthen regional connectivity, and ensure MSP remains well-prepared to provide a best-in-class experience for years to come.” The MAC continues to advance major projects to further enhance MSP, including: Launching the most significant concessions redevelopment in more than a decade. A request for proposals (RFP) issued in May seeks to introduce 47 new food, beverage, retail, news, convenience and spa concepts across both terminals by 2029. A separate RFP is adding eight additional venues in Terminal 2. Hometown Market, Caribou Coffee and illy Caffé opened earlier this year, with five more concessions scheduled to debut through early 2027. Expanding Terminal 2. When construction is complete in early 2027, the 168,000‑square‑foot north addition will provide new gates, restrooms, concessions and expanded operational support areas for airlines and tenants. Expanding Terminal 1’s Concourse G by 157,000 square feet between gates G8 and G13. The $305 million project will widen the concourse corridor, increase gate seating by 52%, expand international arrivals capacity, and create additional restrooms, concessions and space for art. Completion is expected in 2028.
National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum Returns Oct. 15 as Industry Shifts from Demonstration to Production

The National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE) will host the fifth annual National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum (NAAMIF) on Oct. 15, bringing together aircraft manufacturers, federal regulators, military leaders, investors and infrastructure providers for a working session on what it will take to move advanced air mobility from flight test into production and routine operation. The stakes are national. The U.S. advanced air mobility market is projected to reach $115 billion annually by 2035 and support more than 280,000 jobs, according to research from the Aerospace Industries Association and Deloitte — but only if certification, manufacturing capacity, airspace integration and workforce come together on the same timeline. NAAMIF is built around that question. “AAM technology continues to evolve, which creates a challenge when you’re looking to scale up to production — certification, supply chain, infrastructure and public acceptance,” said Ted Angel, executive director of NAAMCE. “NAAMIF puts the people who have the responsibility and the talent to solve those problems in the same room for a day, at a facility where this work is already happening in an ecosystem designed to move at the speed of industry.” Keynote and programming Marc Allen, chief executive officer of Electra, will deliver the keynote address, offering a view of the forces shaping the industry’s next chapter and what it will take to turn advanced air mobility from a development program into an operating business. The one-day agenda is deliberately working-session heavy rather than podium heavy: AAM Defense Fireside Chat — the intersection of advanced air mobility and national security, including where emerging platforms could support defense missions and what it takes to turn new capability into operational reality. Confirmed participants include Blain Newton of BETA Technologies, Donn Yates of Electra and Sergio Cecutta of SMG Consulting. Growing Capabilities Panel — the workforce, manufacturing, supply chain, infrastructure and partnerships an industry needs beyond the aircraft itself. Workshops: The event will feature three workshop topics, with each workshop offered in three sessions. Each session will address the same core topic while varying the specific focus, discussion, and perspectives presented. Beyond the Prototype (the infrastructure and operational requirements behind scaling a proven aircraft), The Digital Enterprise (digital engineering, data and certification practices that compress development timelines) and From Novelty to Normal (community engagement and public acceptance). Workshops are designed to produce takeaways that the industry can use. Each session closes with findings presented back to the full forum. Speakers and participants from across the industry are planned, including BETA Technologies, Joby Aviation, Eve Air Mobility, the Federal Aviation Administration, Civil Air Patrol and others—an exhibition, aircraft simulator time and an evening networking hour round out the day. A facility built for the transition to production NAAMCE is the only site in the country offering an end-to-end build-test-fly capability through a single coordinated partner network. Companies working at the center have access to the National Airspace System at altitudes up to 18,000 feet. They can conduct long-duration, beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations without chase planes — the single largest schedule and cost driver for most flight test programs. That access runs through SkyVision, a ground-based system that provides real-time airspace awareness for uncrewed and autonomous aircraft, operated in partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory and the Ohio UAS Center, across a 225-square-mile BVLOS range with no aircraft size restrictions. The center itself houses 30,000 square feet of laboratory, research, and collaboration space, alongside 25,000 square feet of hangar space. The practical effect for an AAM company is fewer vendors, fewer approvals to chase and less time between a design decision and the flight data that validates it. The supply chain around it Ohio has become one of the most concentrated, impactful bases for advanced air mobility manufacturing in the world. Joby Aviation and Electra have both announced plans to build production facilities in Ohio. Hartzell Propeller, a century-old propulsion manufacturer, works directly with companies at the center. GE Aerospace, headquartered in Cincinnati, is among the established primes investing in electrified flight. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the Air Force Research Laboratory and a statewide network of suppliers create a competitive advantage for aerospace and defense companies. Registration for NAAMIF is open now at aamohio.com/registration. NAAMCE Aviation Weekend NAAMIF anchors NAAMCE Aviation Weekend, three days of programming at Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport: Oct. 15 — NAAMIF, the industry forum. Oct. 16 — STEM Day, a hands-on day for students in grades 6-12 rotating through aircraft discovery, an aviation innovation lab, airport operations and future-of-flight stations, coordinated with participating schools. Educators can inquire at ltima@naamce.com. Oct. 17 — The Great American Electric Air Race, a public event bringing electric aircraft, pilots and the community together, with biplane rides, a free FAA TRUST certificate course, an eVTOL simulator experience, food trucks and live music. Rain date Oct. 18. Tickets are available through the event page at aamohio.com/electric-air-race. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities remain available at aamohio.com/become-a-sponsor.

National News

NBAA Names Hubbard as Interim COO, Williams as SVP, Operations

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Board of Directors has named Dan Hubbard as interim chief operating officer, and designated Hubbard as the association’s day-to-day lead while President and CEO Ed Bolen takes a leave of absence for cancer treatment. Hubbard has been with NBAA for 22 years and has served as its senior vice president for communications since 2008. “We are wishing Ed a full recovery as he takes the time he needs to focus on his health,” said John Witzig, chair of NBAA’s Board of Directors. “Dan has a strong strategic view of NBAA’s mission and all its initiatives. As NBAA’s interim COO, he will oversee day-to-day operations during Ed’s absence, including at NBAA-BACE, with support from a leadership team with decades of experience, and a proven track record of serving the business aviation community with excellence.” In addition to driving communications and shaping NBAA’s brand, Hubbard has been deeply involved with NBAA’s external affairs, partnerships and advocacy initiatives in the U.S. and globally, including NBAA conventions on four continents. “NBAA is well-positioned to continue operating seamlessly and serving members strategically and effectively, and I am honored to step in and lead our dedicated team,” Hubbard said. “I have every confidence in our ability to execute an outstanding NBAA-BACE next month, while continuing to advance the industry’s policy agenda and supporting the operational and other needs of our members.” NBAA also announced that Heidi Williams will be elevated to senior vice president, operations, filling a role left by the retirement of Douglas Carr this past July. Williams will lead the Operations team. She currently oversees the association’s policies and coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other government and industry stakeholders as vice president, air traffic services and infrastructure. Williams also leads the association’s emerging technologies initiatives and airspace and air traffic modernization efforts. Other aviation associations commented on NBAA’s leadership change and the news about Ed Bolen, including AOPA and EAA. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) extended well wishes to Ed for successful treatment and recovery. “I have known Ed since I started at the General Aviation Manufacturers Association in 2005. Not only is he an extremely effective leader, Ed is a genuinely kind man whose passion and dedication to business aviation have made the whole GA community better. We look forward to having back in the left seat soon,” said AOPA Acting Co-President Katie Pribyl. “I had the pleasure of recently spending some time with Ed. His leadership and commitment to general aviation are unwavering. On behalf of all AOPA members, we wish him a full and speedy recovery,” said AOPA Board of Trustees Chairman Luke Wippler. Jack J. Pelton, CEO and Chairman of the Board of the Experimental Aircraft Association said, “EAA offers its best wishes to Ed Bolen and sends our hopes for a full recovery. While Ed rightly focuses on his health, NBAA is in good hands with its current experienced team. We also offer Dan Hubbard, Heidi Williams, and the rest of NBAA our continuing support as we continue to work together to advance and benefit aviation.” NBAA is excited to welcome the global industry to the association’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the world’s most powerful business aviation event. The show will take place Oct. 20-22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and Henderson Executive Airport (HND), bringing together state-of-the-art aircraft and the leaders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in aviation.
InfraSolutions Unveils AVIAS 2.0: A New Era in Airport Management

InfraSolutions®, LLC, a McFarland-Johnson, Inc. company, has unveiled AVIAS® 2.0, the next generation of its airport management and planning technology platform. Purpose-built to empower airports with smarter decisions across the entire lifecycle, AVIAS 2.0 brings together advanced analytics, flexible workflows, geospatial intelligence, multi-airport control, and AI-powered assistance in a single, modern platform. Since its launch in May 2024, AVIAS has helped airports manage information and processes spanning capital planning, forecasting, inspections, pavement management, obstruction analysis, land development, and terminal planning. AVIAS 2.0 builds on that foundation with new capabilities for today’s increasingly complex airport needs. “AVIAS 2.0 is a game changer for airport leaders seeking to connect information, people, and decisions like never before,” said Jason Shevrin, VP and Director of Technology for InfraSolutions. “We built this platform for today’s fast-evolving airport environment, where multiple stakeholders, advanced data, complex funding, and ongoing scenario planning are the norm. AVIAS 2.0 unites these elements in a more seamless, intelligent, and actionable environment.” AVIAS 2.0 features a robust platform architecture that empowers organizations managing one or multiple airports. The updated interface is intentionally standardized, so AVIAS looks and feels the same wherever it is deployed. Users benefit from consistent navigation, dashboards, and branding, reinforcing AVIAS as a unified, recognizable platform and reducing variation across implementations. Seamless workflows and location-aware data across airport locations are complemented by an improved user experience, faster GIS and mapping performance, and greater flexibility to configure airport-specific business rules and processes. What’s New in AVIAS 2.0 Multi-airport management and a location-aware platform enable seamless oversight and rapid switching between operational sites, reinforcing a unified AVIAS experience. Enterprise-grade security utilizes Amazon Web Services (AWS) and its independently audited cloud infrastructure and security controls, aligned with widely recognized standards including SOC and ISO 27001, to ensure robust protection for AVIAS. Secure and resilient cloud architecture, leveraging AWS services for secure application hosting, two-factor authentication (2FA), encrypted data storage, backup and recovery, and managed AI capabilities, providing a scalable, resilient foundation for airport operations. Decision Support integrates dashboards, real-time KPIs, and clear status context to provide actionable insights for faster, more informed decisions. Configurable, dynamic workflows and permissions adapt to each airport’s unique structure, streamlining operations as needs evolve. Advanced forecasting, scenario analysis, and financial evaluation tools give airports greater control over planning, operational triggers, and investment opportunities. Enhanced GIS, visualization, and lifecycle management deliver intuitive data interaction and greater asset visibility. Improved lifecycle management for assets and obstructions, offering greater visibility into historical changes. Modernized FAA and operational integrations support the latest NOTAM standards. Expanded development and financial scenario capabilities for evaluating airport property and investment opportunities. AVA, the AVIAS virtual assistant, streamlines information access and workflows with AI-powered natural-language interaction. The AVIAS platform continues to bring together specialized applications that address key areas of airport planning and management. AEROCLEAR™ provides enhanced obstruction and asset lifecycle tracking, helping airports understand changes to critical features over time. CAPLAN™ provides capital improvement and funding management with expanded permissions, configurable approval workflows, and greater control over project and financial processes. DYNAMIC ANALYSIS TOOL® delivers forecasting and scenario-based planning with airport-specific forecasting factors and configurable financial and planning triggers. FLOW™ supports terminal demand and capacity analysis, helping airports evaluate facilities and operational requirements from the curb through the gate. INSPECT™ supports airport inspections, asset management, and operational workflows, with updates to FAA NOTAM integration and weather information. RUMBLE™ supports pavement management with an improved user experience and enhanced map performance. SITES™ supports airport land and development planning with improved highest-and-best-use analysis and greater flexibility for financial scenarios. Together, these applications create a connected environment where airports can transform operational, financial, geographic, and planning information into actionable decisions. The addition of AVA, AVIAS 2.0’s AI-powered virtual assistant, delivers a new level of accessibility and productivity, allowing users to quickly find information, manage documents and insights, and navigate complex tasks using intuitive, conversational commands. “AI should make airport technology more accessible, not more complicated,” added Shevrin. “AVA provides a natural way for users to interact with the wealth of information in their airport systems, helping teams spend less time searching for information and more time making informed decisions.” From Data to Decisions Today’s airports face constant change: shifting demand, funding, infrastructure needs, development opportunities, and operational constraints. AVIAS 2.0 brings these considerations together, enabling organizations to evaluate scenarios and make informed decisions in a unified environment. Instead of treating planning, operations, and capital management as separate silos, AVIAS 2.0 connects information across disciplines, making it easier to analyze, update, and act on data. “AVIAS is about more than adding features,” said Shevrin. “It’s about creating a stronger link between the information airports collect and the decisions they need to make.”

International News

National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum Returns Oct. 15 as Industry Shifts from Demonstration to Production

The National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE) will host the fifth annual National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum (NAAMIF) on Oct. 15, bringing together aircraft manufacturers, federal regulators, military leaders, investors and infrastructure providers for a working session on what it will take to move advanced air mobility from flight test into production and routine operation. The stakes are national. The U.S. advanced air mobility market is projected to reach $115 billion annually by 2035 and support more than 280,000 jobs, according to research from the Aerospace Industries Association and Deloitte — but only if certification, manufacturing capacity, airspace integration and workforce come together on the same timeline. NAAMIF is built around that question. “AAM technology continues to evolve, which creates a challenge when you’re looking to scale up to production — certification, supply chain, infrastructure and public acceptance,” said Ted Angel, executive director of NAAMCE. “NAAMIF puts the people who have the responsibility and the talent to solve those problems in the same room for a day, at a facility where this work is already happening in an ecosystem designed to move at the speed of industry.” Keynote and programming Marc Allen, chief executive officer of Electra, will deliver the keynote address, offering a view of the forces shaping the industry’s next chapter and what it will take to turn advanced air mobility from a development program into an operating business. The one-day agenda is deliberately working-session heavy rather than podium heavy: AAM Defense Fireside Chat — the intersection of advanced air mobility and national security, including where emerging platforms could support defense missions and what it takes to turn new capability into operational reality. Confirmed participants include Blain Newton of BETA Technologies, Donn Yates of Electra and Sergio Cecutta of SMG Consulting. Growing Capabilities Panel — the workforce, manufacturing, supply chain, infrastructure and partnerships an industry needs beyond the aircraft itself. Workshops: The event will feature three workshop topics, with each workshop offered in three sessions. Each session will address the same core topic while varying the specific focus, discussion, and perspectives presented. Beyond the Prototype (the infrastructure and operational requirements behind scaling a proven aircraft), The Digital Enterprise (digital engineering, data and certification practices that compress development timelines) and From Novelty to Normal (community engagement and public acceptance). Workshops are designed to produce takeaways that the industry can use. Each session closes with findings presented back to the full forum. Speakers and participants from across the industry are planned, including BETA Technologies, Joby Aviation, Eve Air Mobility, the Federal Aviation Administration, Civil Air Patrol and others—an exhibition, aircraft simulator time and an evening networking hour round out the day. A facility built for the transition to production NAAMCE is the only site in the country offering an end-to-end build-test-fly capability through a single coordinated partner network. Companies working at the center have access to the National Airspace System at altitudes up to 18,000 feet. They can conduct long-duration, beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations without chase planes — the single largest schedule and cost driver for most flight test programs. That access runs through SkyVision, a ground-based system that provides real-time airspace awareness for uncrewed and autonomous aircraft, operated in partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory and the Ohio UAS Center, across a 225-square-mile BVLOS range with no aircraft size restrictions. The center itself houses 30,000 square feet of laboratory, research, and collaboration space, alongside 25,000 square feet of hangar space. The practical effect for an AAM company is fewer vendors, fewer approvals to chase and less time between a design decision and the flight data that validates it. The supply chain around it Ohio has become one of the most concentrated, impactful bases for advanced air mobility manufacturing in the world. Joby Aviation and Electra have both announced plans to build production facilities in Ohio. Hartzell Propeller, a century-old propulsion manufacturer, works directly with companies at the center. GE Aerospace, headquartered in Cincinnati, is among the established primes investing in electrified flight. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the Air Force Research Laboratory and a statewide network of suppliers create a competitive advantage for aerospace and defense companies. Registration for NAAMIF is open now at aamohio.com/registration. NAAMCE Aviation Weekend NAAMIF anchors NAAMCE Aviation Weekend, three days of programming at Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport: Oct. 15 — NAAMIF, the industry forum. Oct. 16 — STEM Day, a hands-on day for students in grades 6-12 rotating through aircraft discovery, an aviation innovation lab, airport operations and future-of-flight stations, coordinated with participating schools. Educators can inquire at ltima@naamce.com. Oct. 17 — The Great American Electric Air Race, a public event bringing electric aircraft, pilots and the community together, with biplane rides, a free FAA TRUST certificate course, an eVTOL simulator experience, food trucks and live music. Rain date Oct. 18. Tickets are available through the event page at aamohio.com/electric-air-race. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities remain available at aamohio.com/become-a-sponsor.
Nearly $7.5 Million Invested in Windsor International Airport for Critical Infrastructure Projects

Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Sydney-Glace Bay, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, on behalf of the Honorable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety at Windsor International Airport. Through the Airports Capital Assistance Program, the federal government is providing nearly $7.5 million to Windsor International Airport to rehabilitate the asphalt and edge light modernization on Runway 07-25, and to purchase a second Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting vehicle. These improvements will help keep passengers, airport workers, and flight crews safe by ensuring that critical aviation infrastructure remains in good condition and that emergency response services are equipped to support growing passenger volumes. These improvements are particularly important for Windsor International Airport, which is located along a vital trade corridor at the Canada-United States border. Situated within an 800-kilometre radius of more than 100 million people and a major industrial market, the airport contributes to regional connectivity, trade, tourism, and economic growth. “The nearly $7.5 million to Windsor International Airport through the Airports Capital Assistant Program allows for YQG to enhance safety and ensure that Windsor International Airport can continue to connect communities and be an economic and social driver for the region,” said Mark Galvin, President & CEO, Windsor International Airport (YQG). Investments in Canada’s airports help provide safe, reliable, and efficient air transportation. By strengthening critical airport infrastructure, these investments help keep communities connected and contribute to strong regional economies.

Unmanned Systems

Commercial Drone Alliance Welcomes Christopher Todd, Founder and President of Airborne Response to Its Board of Directors

The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has announced that Christopher Todd, Founder and President of Airborne Response Corp has joined its Board of Directors. The CDA’s Board acts on behalf of the entire membership, helping to shape the organization’s strategic direction. Christopher Todd Todd has over 30 years of business technology experience advising Fortune 500 companies, READ MORE
Dronamics to Shape the Integration of Large Drones into European Airspace

Europe is advancing the integration of large drones into its airspace, a necessary step towards uncrewed aviation at scale. Launched at the EUROCONTROL headquarters in Brussels on the 1st of September, the SESAR IRINA2 project brings together leading European public and private aviation organizations with a common goal to set the standard and protocols for READ MORE

Aviation Education

New Aviation Safety Campaign Seeks to Change How Pilots View Go-Arounds

Go-Arounds Are Awesome!, a new aviation safety initiative founded by expert flight instructor and pilot examiner Jim Pitman, officially launches this month with a campaign to help pilots view a go-around as a normal, positive decision—not a failed landing attempt. The campaign addresses a familiar hazard in general aviation: the temptation to continue an unstable READ MORE
“Warbird Pilot for a Day” Leads Silent Auction for Moonlight Swing at CAF Airbase Georgia

Moonlight Swing attendees Oct. 17 will have a unique opportunity to bid on a special silent auction package, “Warbird Pilot for a Day,” which involves flying in three Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia aircraft. The aircraft will include a Boeing N2S Stearman biplane trainer, an LT-6 Mosquito trainer with aerobatics, and the Airbase’s most READ MORE

MSP No. 1 Mega Airport in North America for Third Straight Year

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) has been named the best mega airport in North America for customer and traveler satisfaction for the third consecutive year, according to the annual JD Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study. MSP ranked No. 1 in all seven dimensions measured by the study: ease of travel through airport; level of […]

National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum Returns Oct. 15 as Industry Shifts from Demonstration to Production

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

The National Advanced Air Mobility Center of Excellence (NAAMCE) will host the fifth annual National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum (NAAMIF) on Oct. 15, bringing together aircraft manufacturers, federal regulators, military leaders, investors and infrastructure providers for a working session on what it will take to move advanced air mobility from flight test into production […]

NBAA Names Hubbard as Interim COO, Williams as SVP, Operations

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Board of Directors has named Dan Hubbard as interim chief operating officer, and designated Hubbard as the association’s day-to-day lead while President and CEO Ed Bolen takes a leave of absence for cancer treatment. Hubbard has been with NBAA for 22 years and has served as its senior vice […]

InfraSolutions Unveils AVIAS 2.0: A New Era in Airport Management

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

InfraSolutions®, LLC, a McFarland-Johnson, Inc. company, has unveiled AVIAS® 2.0, the next generation of its airport management and planning technology platform. Purpose-built to empower airports with smarter decisions across the entire lifecycle, AVIAS 2.0 brings together advanced analytics, flexible workflows, geospatial intelligence, multi-airport control, and AI-powered assistance in a single, modern platform. Since its launch […]

Nearly $7.5 Million Invested in Windsor International Airport for Critical Infrastructure Projects

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Sydney-Glace Bay, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, on behalf of the Honorable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety at Windsor International Airport. Through the Airports Capital […]

Airports Council International World Calls for Modernization of Outdated Airport Slot System Stifling Competition and Costing Passengers

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Airports Council International (ACI) World has released a white paper calling for the modernization of the global airport slot allocation system. The white paper details how an outdated regulatory framework, designed more than 50 years ago, is forcing the aviation industry into inefficient compromises, creating barriers to socio-economic competitiveness and connectivity. The foundational framework managing […]

Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Lounge Retains Skytrax World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge Title

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

The Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Lounge has once again been named the World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking the lounge’s third consecutive win in the category. The Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport also secured second place, with Star Alliance taking both the […]

FAA to Deliver $1.1 Billion to Upgrade Airports, Including Equipping Runway Vehicles with Transmitters

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a $1.1 billion investment into upgrading critical airport infrastructure, adding family-friendly features, and installing vehicle movement area transmitters (VMATS) onto airport vehicles across the U.S. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is delivering 280 grants to airports in 46 states and three territories through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP), […]

NATA Marks 10 Years of Advancing Ramp Safety, Announces New Aviation Ground Operations Safety Day

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) celebrated a decade of advancing ground handling safety at its 10th Annual Ground Handling Safety Symposium (GHSS), held September 15–16 in Fort Worth, Texas. The milestone event welcomed 75 safety professionals, line service managers, operational leaders, trainers, and other industry representatives for two days of practical education, exploration of […]

Phoenix Sky Harbor Announces American Airlines as Primary Carrier for West Terminal, Unveils Destination PHX 2050

September 21, 2026September 21, 2026 Kim Stevens

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport announced today that American Airlines will be the primary carrier operating from the airport’s future West Terminal, marking a significant milestone in the development of the new facility and the future of air travel in Phoenix. The announcement comes as Phoenix Sky Harbor unveils Destination PHX 2050, a comprehensive development […]

Star Alliance Paris Charles de Gaulle Lounge Retains Skytrax World’s Best Airline Alliance Lounge Title

Sky Harbour and Chicago Executive Airport Break Ground on New Home Base Operator

Scottsdale Airport Schedules Routine Runway Maintenance

“Warbird Pilot for a Day” Leads Silent Auction for Moonlight Swing at CAF Airbase Georgia