While a public grand opening celebration is slated for Spring 2025, pilots and their passengers can access the new FBO building now, according to company officials.
Briefings
99s put out call for executive director
According to 99s President Robin Hadfield, the need for an executive director is tied to the association’s growth.
Florida Presidential TFRs return with new TSA requirements
Most other operations, such as banner towing, inspections, and flight training will not be authorized while a TFR is in effect.
Grounded Hogs Gala returns to Museum of Flight with Martin Mars pilots
“Men on Mars,” will feature Martin Mars pilots Peter Killin and Rick Matthews of Coulson Aviation as the evening’s keynote speakers.
Utah backcountry airstrips recognized by BLM
This is the first Travel Management Plan in which the Bureau of Land Management formally recognizes backcountry airstrips in Utah, according to officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation.
FBO expands to KOGD
The company, which has 27 FBOs across North America and Europe, acquired Kemp Jet Services, marking its first location in the state of Utah. The FBO has been renamed Avflight Ogden.
Aerospace Innovation Center in the works in New Jersey
At the new Aerospace Innovation Center, “companies can test and further their products, while students and entrepreneurs make discoveries and create new technologies to help move the industry forward,” according to officials.
Banyan expands Pilatus maintenance
Banyan Air Service has added the PC-24 to its existing Pilatus Satellite Service Center, offering maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). It also has expanded its Pilatus PC-12 services to the newly established MRO facility at St. Augustine Airport (KSGJ) in North Florida.
UND Aerospace partners with Vigilant on drone education, research, and training
As part of the one-year agreement, Vigilant will provide training for UND Aerospace students and faculty, with full integration of FlightHorizon into the program’s operations and research.