William “Bill” Amorde, 82, pilot, airport manager, aviation businessman, and lifelong resident of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on December 26, 2025. Bill was born on March 8, 1943, in Superior,…
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PEOPLE IN THE NEWS – James Lawrence Appointed Chair of Metropolitan Airports Commission Board
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MINN — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has appointed James Lawrence as chair of the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) board, which oversees Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and six…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS – William J. Kinsman
March 17, 1932 — November 22, 2025 Pilot, aircraft owner and one of the powerhouses behind the weekly Friday lunches at Central County Airport (68C) in Iola, Wisconsin, William J….
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS – Al Whitaker
Waterloo, Wis. – Alvin (“Al”) E. Whitaker of Waterloo, Wisconsin, died peacefully on November 30, 2025. Al lived a full life of 86 years not easily defined by his many…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Wisconsin Department of Transportation Names New Aeronautics Director
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is pleased to introduce Karla Knorr as the new Bureau of Aeronautics (BOA) Director in the Division of Transportation Investment Management (DTIM). Karla has…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Sheboygan County Airport Manager Receives WAMA Presidential Award At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Matthew Grenoble, Manager of Sheboygan County Memorial International Airport in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, received the “Presidential Award” from the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA) during the 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Mead & Hunt Engineer Recognized At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Joseph Schlimgen, P.E. of Mead & Hunt, was recognized as “Airport Engineer of the Year” by the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA). The award was presented during the 69th Annual…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: State Aeronautics Engineer Receives Distinguished Service Award At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Lucas Ward of the Wisconsin DOT Bureau of Aeronautics received the “Distinguished Service Award” from the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA) during the 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference (WAC 69),…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Former Janesville Airport Director Receives Lifetime Service Award At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Greg Cullen, former director at Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport (KJVL), received the “Lifetime Service Award” from the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA) during the 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference (WAC…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Waupaca Airport Management Team Receives People of the Year Award At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Mathew and Britney Klatt, co-managers of Waupaca Municipal Airport in Waupaca, Wis. (KPCZ), were named “People of the Year” by the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA). The award was presented…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Kwik Trip Executive Emphasizes Importance of Customer Service At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
The 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference (WAC 69) was held October 20 to 22, 2025, at the La Crosse Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. It is the only statewide aviation…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Mead & Hunt Names Troy Pankratz Chief Operating Officer & President
MADISON, WIS. – Mead & Hunt named Troy Pankratz, PE, Chief Operating Officer and President, effective November 1, 2025. Troy, who brings more than a decade of leadership experience to…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Amy Squitieri Takes the Helm as Mead & Hunt CEO
MADISON, WIS. – Mead & Hunt named Amy Squitieri Chief Executive Officer effective November 1, 2025. Prior to this appointment, she served as the firm’s Chief Operating Officer, bringing more…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: GAA Nominations Deadline Extended
Frederick, MD – The General Aviation Awards (GAA) Board of Directors has announced an updated submission deadline for applications and nominations for the 2026 awards for National Flight Instructors, Aviation…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Aviation Leader Brian Barents Named 2025 Wichita Aero Club Trophy Recipient
WICHITA, KAN.– The Wichita Aero Club (WAC) announced that Brian Barents, a distinguished leader in business aviation and aerospace, is the recipient of the 2025 Wichita Aero Club Trophy. This…