Content Archive: August 2024

Airports

Hawaii's Kawaihāpai Airfield Gets New Half-century Lease

Army-owned Kawaihāpai Airfield is located on the northern coast of Oahu
Charter & Fractional

JetASAP Sees Rate Dip for Charters in Annual Report

Turboprops saw least dip in rates
Maintenance and Modifications

STC Issued for Kodiak Spectrum Aeromed Ambulance Module

Operators can select one or two ambulance modules
Aircraft

The Lilium Jet Aircraft Utilizes Thirty Electric Fans to Fly Emissions-Free

Its unique engine architecture makes the aircraft stand out from competitors
Training and Workforce

Beta Wins FAA Approval for Dual Control eVTOL Flight Training

Student pilots now authorized to fly Beta's Alia 250 eVTOL
Engines

U.S. Air Force Backs Wright's Work On Rechargeable Thermal Batteries

New batteries could be used for multi-role military uncrewed air vehicles
Aircraft

Alpine Air Express Plans to Electrify Fleet with Aura Aero's ERA

Regional cargo airline signs agreement for up to 75 hybrid-electric airplanes
FBOs

Florida FBO To Launch Major Redevelopment Project

The $70 million project will add 150,000 sq ft of hangar space and a new terminal
Charter & Fractional

Vista America Shedding Cessna Citation Ultras and Xs

Pilots being offered available roles in other VistaJet aircraft models
Regulations and Government

House Lawmakers Move To Tighten Part 380 Security

Bill will call for Part 380 operations to meet airline requirements