Recently, a report was released that demonstrated aviation’s economic impact in North Carolina. This report includes data covering the tax impact of North Carolina’s aviation facilities as well as the growth of the manufacturing sector. Continue reading below to learn more. A study published by the North Carolina’s Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation highlighted…
Universal Weather and Aviation waived certain fees for COVID-19 Vaccine Transport. The industry has also come together to make sure the vaccines can be transported in the required conditions while meeting hazardous materials regulations. Continue reading below to learn more. Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. recently announced it would donate feasibility and consulting services…
Frederick Municipal Airport has recently extended its Runway 5-23 by 600 feet so that it can accommodate more large business aircraft. Rick Weldon, president, and CEO of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce expressed that this was due to the great economic benefits the airport has brought to Frederick, MD, and the surrounding county. Continue…
Girls in Aviation Day has gone virtual for 2020! This year all activities, seminars, and resources will be delivered over the app. For more information on Girls in Aviation Day read the article below! Women in Aviation International’s (WAI) 6th Annual Girls in Aviation Day will deliver a free, year-round experience for girls ages 8-17…
With depleting business from the effects of COVID-19, pilot Van Kleef found a new purpose for his career that keeps him occupied and his planes fresh. Below Kleef shares how he began doing angel rides which are free, non-emergency plane rides for the purpose of getting people enduring serious illnesses to the medical treatment they…
The Colorado Business Aviation pilots delivered 400,000 masks to almost 40 airports in the area. Business aviation pilots helped by transporting them to different towns around Colorado. Read below to find out more! The Colorado Aviation Business Association (CABA) and Angel Flight West with the assistance of Denver International Airport and the Colorado Division of…
The first time winners of the GAMA Aviation Design Contest worked extremely hard to be able to achieve their success. Many new and unexpected challenges arose due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but this team did not let that stop them. Read the article below to learn more about the contest. A team from the Riverwood…
Nashville’s largest general aviation airport, John C. Tune Airport, brings in millions each year. This popular travel hub is essential to the growth of business in Tennessee and surrounding areas. Keep reading for more information on JWN’s economic impact. John C. Tune Airport (JWN) saw an almost 15% increase in overall economic impact from 2018…
Rock Hill, South Carolina is becoming an important hub for business since the Carolina Panthers decided to move their headquarters and practice facilities to the area, just 30 minutes outside of Charlotte, NC. Due to this increase in activity, Rock Hill city leaders recently signed a 35-year agreement for more hangers. Read the article below…