Trent Lott International Airport (KPQL) in Pascagoula, Mississippi is closed for a runway resurfacing project, the new owners plan to make improvements to the terminal building and hangars.
Briefings
Civil Air Patrol helping assess Hurricane Ida damages
The flights, which began two days after Hurricane Ida made landfall on Aug. 29, are expected to continue into the first full week of September.
FAA invests $85 million in Alaska airports
“Aviation is a way of life in America, and nowhere is this truer than in Alaska,” said FAA Administrator Steve Dickson. “These grants invest in the safety of Alaska’s airport infrastructure.”
New owner for FlightAware
Collins Aerospace officials say acquiring FlightAware’s flight tracking and data platform, “the largest in the world, has the potential to deliver new capabilities and innovations across our entire business.”
Flying Boat documentary premieres
In celebration of the movie, Braun is donating a portion of the proceeds from the sales of 100 limited edition FLYING BOAT film posters (both signed and framed) to the Pan Am Museum Foundation, Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and Aspen Flight Academy.
Pilot, mechanic shortage to be spotlighted at symposium
The three-day symposium will bring together officials from airlines, manufacturers, industry associations, labor unions, government agencies, and academic institutions to “identify and mitigate challenges to creating a sufficient pool of qualified pilots and technicians,” according to Purdue University officials.
Turner takes top flight instructor honor
Tom Turner, who specializes in flight training in Beech Bonanzas and Barons, has been awarded the National Association of Flight Instructors’ top honor, the Jack J. Eggspuehler Service Award.
Gearing up for Girls in Aviation Day
Girls in Aviation Day takes off Sept. 25, with events around the world.
New owner for Stuart Jet Center at KSUA
Denver-based Ross Aviation has acquired Stuart Jet Center at Witham Field (KSUA) in Stuart, Florida.