Fredrick, a private pilot in Wyoming, writes: What are the origins of the words “taxiing” and “taxiways” in aviation?
Airport
Two FBOs at KRDG merged into one
Now operating as Reading Aviation, the Reading Regional Airport Authority merged the two FBOs at Reading Regional Airport/General Carl A. Spaatz Field (KRDG) in Pennsylvania,
Touch and goes banned at KTOA
In a Jan. 23, 2024, meeting, the Torrance City Council voted 5-1 (with one abstention) to ban touch and goes and restrict back taxis and low approaches at Zamperini Field (KTOA) in Torrance, California.
Picture of the Day: You never know what treasure you may find
Susan Loricchio submitted this photo and note: “On a visit to Princeton, New Jersey, I decided to take the ‘scenic route’ past Princeton Airport (39N), and a beauty caught my eye. I could not resist a close-up look of this restored 1944 Douglas DC3C-SC3G.”
Designing the airport of the future
Celebrating its milestone 10th year, the international student design competition beckons participants to envision groundbreaking concepts for the airport of the future.
$245 million to modernize airports in 37 states
Several of the grants will help reduce the risk of runway incursions, while others will be used to build or improve fuel farms, and more.
The gateway to the Texas Hill Country
Nestled in the heart of Central Texas, Gillespie County Airport (T82) is the gateway to the Hill Country and tourist cities like Fredericksburg, just a couple of miles to the north, with rich German history and military museums.
Upgrades in the works at KSOP ahead of golf championship
Moore County Airport (KSOP) is in the midst of upgrading it facilities in preparation for the upcoming U.S. Open Golf Championship, slated for June 13-16, 2024, at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club.
Owning > Zoning
Flight instructors teach aspiring pilots to “stay ahead of the airplane.” Do we do that when it comes to airports? Do we stay ahead of the airport or are we playing catch-up?