July 15, 2025

Pax, Wallops Noise Advisory Oct. 3-Nov. 15

Nighttime Noise Advisory

Communities surrounding Naval Air Station Patuxent River and Wallops Island, VA, are advised that noise-generating nighttime testing events are scheduled to take place from 6pm to 4am October 3 to November 15, 2024.

Airport Runway Project Receives Federal Funding

Airport Innovation

Rep. Steny H. Hoyer joined US Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin to announce $241,949 in federal funding to help the St. Mary’s County Regional Airport complete infrastructure improvements to meet operational needs and safety standards by extending its runway.

DoD Support Cuts: Not Big Savings

DoD Support

Eliminating DoD support agencies, such as Congress is considering, may not yield the big cost-savings legislators seek, says former DoD management officer, but consolidating IT services might, says Peter Levine.

Journalists Ask FAA to OK Drones for Newsgathering

Civilian use of drones is drawing interest from many organizations, including the news business.