“We essentially have a brand-new airport,” said Airport Director Roy Sieger. “The General Aviation Terminal will be the capstone project for the transition from a rural landing strip to an executive airport and will be a grand gateway to our community.”
Briefings
Diamond Flying Club takes off
DFC will serve as a platform to connect aircraft owners and aviation enthusiasts with the Diamond Aircraft company, an online forum, and to coordinate suppliers, flight schools, dealers, and service providers.
MicroAir Avionics names North American distributor
MicroAir Avionics has named EDMO its North American wholesale stocking distributor for the Australian company’s line of avionics, including the M760Q compact radio, T2000 compact transponder, and the new T3000 skySuite line of products.
Call put out for aircraft for Special Olympics Airlift
The ninth Special Olympics Airlift, organized by Textron Aviation, mobilizes hundreds of volunteer Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker pilots and aircraft from across the country to create the world’s largest peacetime airlift and provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Special Olympics athletes.
New FBO opens at KMHR
A new FBO, Mather Jet Center, has opened at Sacramento Mather Airport (KMHR) in California.
Dynon invests in Trig Avionics
Dynon Avionics, a manufacturer of avionics for general aviation aircraft, has made a “strategic investment” in Trig Avionics, a UK-based manufacturer of transponders and communication radios, according to Dynon officials.
William International CEO to be honored
The Aero Club of New England (ACONE) will present the 2025 Godfrey L. Cabot Award to Gregg Williams in recognition of his innovation and development of Williams International.
Epic Flight Academy partners with Florida college
Epic Flight Academy and Seminole State College of Florida (SSC) in Sanford have signed an agreement that allows Epic-trained pilots to transfer their certifications as college credit toward a degree at SSC.
University aviation program expands to KLOM
Marywood University in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is expanding the reach of its Aviation Management program into the Philadelphia region at Wings Field Airport (KLOM).