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?? The Electra EL9: The Future of Regional Aviation ?? Electra’s hybrid-electric EL9 redefines travel with ultra-short takeoff and landing (150 ft runway), opening new opportunities for small airports and underserved areas. With a 1,100-nm range and eco-friendly operations, it’s a game-changer for passenger and cargo travel. Coming 2029. Is your airport ready? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eqjfeT_A #AviationInnovation #Airports #Hybrid #Electric

???? The FAA has issued a new Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) to guide the safe integration of electric air taxis and powered-lift aircraft into U.S. airspace. This rule sets standards for pilot certification, operational guidelines, and new training requirements—marking a key step toward advanced urban and regional air mobility. ?? Discover what this new rule means for airports and how to prepare for powered-lift aircraft joining our skies. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ekp9XWNS #Aviation #UAM #Airports #FAA

???? NYC’s heliports are preparing for the electric future! Atlantic Aviation has extended its management of the East 34th Street Heliport and is gearing up to support eVTOL operations. With the support of the NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), Atlantic Aviation will be upgrading the heliport to include cutting-edge charging infrastructure, ready for the arrival of eVTOLs. Partnering with Beta Technologies, Joby Aviation, and Archer Aviation, Atlantic is making the East River waterfront a hub for sustainable urban air mobility. As eVTOLs promise quieter, cleaner, and more efficient travel, NYC airports and heliports are adapting to meet these new operational needs. Are you ready to accommodate eVTOLs at your airport? ???? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gfUGxA6w

? Arriving soon: Electric general aviation aircraft ? Pipistrel just delivered its first all-electric Velis Electro flight trainer in the U.S. The aircraft, which is currently operating under a special FAA exemption, represents a major step forward in clean, sustainable aviation training. Santa Monica Airport is leading the way, with the Eco-Aviation Foundation using the Velis Electro for their new Eco Flight Ground School. We're regularly asked by GA airports when they need to be prepared for electric aircraft charging. Well, the answer is "now"! Electric aircraft are not just the future—they’re here now, and they’re heading to a GA airport near you. It’s time for airport managers to start preparing for the operational and infrastructure changes that these aircraft will require. Read more about this important milestone in electric aviation here: https://lnkd.in/g3DtTuVn

?? Implementing an Effective Transient Fee Program for Your GA Airport ?? As FAA and local funding become increasingly scarce, many general aviation (GA) airports are turning to transient fees as a vital source of revenue. But what are the best ways to implement and manage these fees effectively? We've put together a quick guide to help you: ? Understand the different types of transient fees (landing, parking, ramp) ?? Learn best practices for fee implementation and collection ?? Explore how these fees can support your airport’s financial sustainability and infrastructure maintenance Whether you’re considering implementing transient fees for the first time or refining your existing approach, this guide offers valuable insights to help you make informed decisions. Read the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/gAqSbEe5 We’d love to hear from you—how has your airport approached transient fees, and what challenges have you faced? #generalaviation #airportmanagement #airports #aam

Recently, Altaport joined the "Futureproof Your Airports" panel at the ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA AIRPORTS (ACA) Fall Conference. Along with representatives from Joby Aviation, Mead & Hunt, and HMMH, we discussed how Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and aircraft electrification will transform small airports, presenting both challenges and opportunities. Key topics included: - Preparing for AAM's impact on local airport roles. - Adopting tools like ADS-B for situational awareness. - Engaging communities on noise concerns. - Planning for future electrification needs. Curious about what airports can do today to prepare for the future? Read the full blog post for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gugtbnTc. Thanks for letting us join you in the conversation Andrew Swanson, C.A.E., Michael Luetgens, Timothy Middleton, C.M., Melissa McCaffrey and Lisa Harmon, and for joining us to exhibit our integrated solutions, 1200.aero.

??Unlock the Power of ADS-B for Your Airport ?? In recent years, ADS-B has revolutionized operations at general aviation (GA) airports, offering enhanced operations visibility, more accurate reporting, increased safety, and greater revenue potential. If your airport isn’t fully leveraging ADS-B yet, you could be missing out on key operational insights. Discover how you can use ADS-B to streamline your airport’s operations and unlock new revenue opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/g5yeYTnU #generalaviation #airports

Altaport was launched with an eye toward the introduction of AAM and the need for vertiport automation. In prep for this, we've spent the last several years developing a helipad management solution, deployed to a network of helipads in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and a transient aircraft management solution, deployed to several GA airports in the US. We're excited to share our learnings from these and similar efforts and how they apply to vertiport automation, captured in a new Vertiport Automation CONOPS co-developed with WSP, with input from many other industry thoughtleaders. The concept of a VAS has been addressed in various whitepapers and CONOPS in recent years; this new VAS CONOPS is intended to complement these prior works, adding context to a VAS’s role in integrating critical operational and business requirements to maximize the value of a vertiport network. The CONOPS can be downloaded via the link below. We're excited for feedback as we work with the industry to continue pushing for the proliferation of 4D mobility! https://lnkd.in/dunNuc6X Thank you for your support and input WSP, Paul Wheeler, Aaron Organ, Jared Esselman AAE, Clint Harper, C.M., ResilienX, Steve Zerkowitz, Tanay Gupta, Stephanie Atallah, David Sacharny, Kevin Thompson, C.M., ACE and many others!

Kicking off #AAAE's General Aviation Conference 2024 in beautiful Renton, WA, in partnership with Altaport